Prescribing Nature for Health Nooshin Razani|November 21, 2016 Dr. Nooshin Razani's research looks at nature’s impact on children’s health and development, especially in low-income communities.
Outdoor Nation Inspires a New Generation to #OptOutside Christine Fanning|November 18, 2016 With more than 30,000 energized students leading the way, Outdoor Nation is often described as one of the largest communities of young peopl...
A Climber’s Guide to Creeksgiving Corey Buhay|November 17, 2016 Discover the ultimate guide to Creeksgiving for climbers! Get tips, tricks, and insider knowledge to make your next trip unforgettable. Read now on REI's blog.
Protect Our Public Lands So Everyone Can #OptOutside Will Rogers|November 14, 2016 The Trust for Public Land is working to protect the places that make your outdoor adventures possible, and we need public lands now more than ever.
A Soldier and a Doctor on the Power of Nature Joshua Brandon|November 10, 2016 A veteran and a doctor share why the power of nature can help soldiers adjust back to civilian life and its healing advantages.
The Best California Trails to #OptOutside on This Black Friday Laura Bauer|November 8, 2016 Forget long lines and pre-dawn shopping. We've got a better way to spend the day after Thanksgiving. Sure, you could camp out to get a de...
Grizzlies Add an Extra Dash of Spice to This Must-Ride Montana Epic Robert Annis|November 8, 2016 While we were kitting up, I saw him strap a .357 magnum revolver to his chest. "What am I getting into?" I said to myself as a distant ru...
PeopleForBikes: Connecting the Community Martha Roskowski|November 7, 2016 My twins will bike to school today. They’ll connect along the way with neighborhood friends and pedal together to middle school. They ride b...
A Chance to Reclaim This Election for Our Planet Rose Marcario|November 4, 2016 Patagonia launched Vote Our Planet and is urging Americans to vote to elect officials and support policies to protect our planet’s air, water and soil..
One Step at a Time: GirlTrek’s Commitment to a Healthy Lifestyle GirlTrek|October 31, 2016 GirlTrek families will be rounding up their loved ones on the day after Thanksgiving to #OptOutside for a Family 5K. Join GirlTrek for a trek near you.
Children & Nature Network: Creating Bridges to the Outdoors CJ Goulding|October 28, 2016 As #OptOutside gets into full swing, the Children & Nature Network's Natural Leaders across the country will connect their communities to the outdoors.
Trail Boss: The Most Technical Trail in Florida (Yes, Florida!) Is No Joke Jeff Lenosky|October 25, 2016 Alafia River State Park, is pretty legit mountain biking gem in a state that's more famous for its swamps, gators, and retirement villas.
