My Dream Grand Canyon River Trip Did Not Go As Planned. Neither Does Life.
I have dreamed of rafting the Colorado River through the length of the Grand Canyon for as long as I...
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Recreation
The National Park Service Removed 51 Historical Signs. Court Filings Show at Least 13 Were Thrown Away.
In September 2025, National Park Service (NPS) employees began removing signs, exhibits, films, and books about climate change, slavery, and...
The 18 Best Deals at the Backcountry Summer Sale
Back-to-school sales may be dominating right now, but don’t assume only backpacks and water bottles are up for grabs. Backcountry’s...
What Really Happened on Broad Peak, the Deadliest High-Alpine Avalanche in More than a Decade
Nawang Thindu Sherpa’s lifeless body lay trapped at around 19,000 feet on the lower flanks of Broad Peak, where an...
As Snow Seasons Shrink, Your Favorite Ski Resorts Might Be Better in the Summer
It’s been a scorcher this summer on Colorado’s Front Range. My respite: escaping to some of my favorite ski resorts....
The Best Mountain Bike Tires of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
Overview: There’s no single “best” mountain bike tire—the right choice depends on trail and riding style. Front tires need taller,...
Former Ranger Melisa Dalley Left the National Park Service. Now She Gives Rogue Tours They Can’t Control.
In July, former National Park Service (NPS) ranger Melissa Dalley stood in a visitor center in Grand Teton National Park,...
What Is Bourbon Virus? Here’s What to Know About This Rare Tickborne Illness.
Most hikers and campers are aware of the potential risk of getting Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, or similar...
How the New Science of Social Energetics Explains the Magic of Group Exercise
Sometimes, thanks to work travel or a kids’ soccer game or some other conflict, I have to do my weekly...
