LISTEN: These Falcons Are Keeping the Beach Safe from Marauding Seagulls
A few years ago Ocean City, New Jersey had a problem with seagulls. Every summer, clouds of marauding gulls would...
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Recreation
The Science of “Extreme” Exercise During Pregnancy
Back in 2019, I wrote about a new set of guidelines for exercise during pregnancy. These guidelines were revolutionary—up to...
Climate Change is Making It Harder to Predict Fall Colors in National Parks
Long before modern science revealed the mechanisms behind leaf color change, Indigenous communities connected this seasonal transformation to stories of...
The Best Hiking Boots on Sale at REI This September
If you love to hike—but hate when outdoor brands hike up their rates—you’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find...
I Switched from Polyester Shirts to Wool for Fall Trail Running. Here’s Why.
I’m not a natural fiber purist: I love thin, airy, sweat-wicking, quick-drying synthetic tanks and tees for hot summer running....
Another Flash Flood Hit the Grand Canyon, Setting Back Recovery From a Deadly Flood Weeks Ago
Grand Canyon National Park just can’t get a break. Less than a month after the deadly August 29 flash flood,...
Your Fall Activity Roundup
Fall is here, and for most outdoor adventurers, there’s no better time to get after it. From paddling on crisp...
The Salomon Aero Blaze 4 GRVL Made Me Believe In Gravel Running Shoes
How we tested the Salomon Aero Blaze 4 GRVL Shoes for this review: Writer and tester Dean Stattmann put the...
Runners Have Been Analyzing Their Gaits For Decades to Manage Chronic Pain. Could It Help Hikers, Too?
I often feel like my legs are screwed on wrong. Any time I hike, especially with heavy weight, I get...
