The National Parks’ New Normal Sarah Grothjan|May 29, 2020 The country’s national parks are reopening in phases, and park officials are instituting new protocols and messaging to promote social distancing.
Biking and Mining In Arizona’s Borderlands Jess Daddio|March 24, 2020 The border town of Patagonia, Arizona, exists at the intersection of two worlds: resource extraction and outdoor recreation. One Arizona couple is walking the fine line between, bringing a new 100-mile gravel race to the borderlands.
There’s No Age Limit on a Woman Enjoying Time Outside Sarah Grothjan|March 3, 2020 In a youth-obsessed culture, outdoorswomen approaching middle age often fade from headlines. The resulting lack of representation sends a message that the outdoors is only for the young. Read about five women who are examples that you can enjoy a life outside at any age.
My Experience on NOLS’ First-Ever Leaders of Color Backpacking Trip Amanda Machado|February 28, 2020 One writer’s take on how outdoor culture changes when people of color lead the way.
The 6 Environmental Rollbacks You Need to Know About Sarah Grothjan|February 20, 2020 We break down six policy decisions impacting our public lands and wild spaces.
Reinventing Questa, New Mexico Amanda Loudin|February 18, 2020 Surrounded by natural beauty, this New Mexico town is trying outdoor recreation on for size.
Good Gear: From Wasted Wool to Wearable Warmth Kelly Bastone|February 6, 2020 Swedish brand Fjallraven turns discarded wool into a ridiculously cozy jacket.
The Reinvention of Breaks Interstate Park Graham Averill|February 5, 2020 The 4,600-acre expanse is wild and prime for adventure, but can it save a post-coal community?
In Our Nature: How are Warming Winters Changing Snowsports? Megan Michelson|February 4, 2020 If you've noticed your favorite ski slope is receiving more or less snowfall than past seasons, you're not imagining things. Is climate change to blame for this change? We set the record straight on 9 misconceptions about the climate’s impact on changing winter weather.
Generational Fidelity: Sage Grouse in the American West Hannah Nordhaus|January 27, 2020 On the Ladder Ranch, a multigeneration family works to keep their public lands ranching operation afloat while protecting a delicate species, the greater sage grouse.
All Rise Kathryn Miles|January 27, 2020 The effects of climate change on a heavily developed city imperil the future of Charleston, South Carolina. But instead of throwing up their hands and moving out, some residents are staying put. Here’s why they feel hopeful about the future.
How to Reduce Your Impact As a Skier Lily Krass Ritter|January 24, 2020 We asked pro skiers and snowboarders for their tips on being more green.
