Activities

Winter in Washington Means a Whole New Set of Adventures

Luke Webster

Beautiful views, deep snow and good times with friends and family: Snowshoeing at Snow Lake with lots of snow.

Desert Days: Exploring Southern California's National and State Parks

Andrew Hoang

A little adventure to Joshua Tree and Anza-Borrego to satisfy my craving while I'm back home from school.

Lessons Learned on My First Photoshoot at Glacier Point

Kevin Kaminski

What to expect when you get to one of the most iconic viewing spots in all of Yosemite.

My Top Five Spots in the Columbia River Gorge

Chris MacMurray

Let me share with you a bit about a place I've come to know as home.

Answering Nature's Call: Backcountry Potty Protocol

Mike Quine

Not all leaves, rocks, or barks are created equally. When Nature calls be sure to follow proper backcountry etiquette for handling Number 2.

Pros and Cons of Adventuring with a Photographer

Karissa Frye

It's usually worth it...

7 Hikes You Need to Do in the Phoenix Area

Calvin Weibel

There are plenty of cool trails in the greater Phoenix Area. Check out these 7 hikes in the Valley of the Sun.

The Year the Outdoors Returned as a Priority: My 2016 in Review

Scott Kaiser

A year spent walking more than 200 miles in three national parks.

My Highest Effort Pictures of 2016

John Entwistle

The pictures that stand out most in my mind are usually those that I had to struggle the most to get. Not the ones where I lucked out on the side of the highway or from my back yard. The ones where I slogged up a mountain, braved the elements, or ventured into uncharted territory.

Looking for Wildlife? Try One of These 6 Wild Drives

Jon King

Keep your eyes peeled and your camera ready.

Climbing Montana's Tallest Mountain, Granite Peak

Karissa Frye

Pushing Limits Above the Clouds

8 Tips to Finance Your Winter Explorations

Matt Van Swol

Save money, live better, EXPLORE.

So, You Got a Drone for Christmas?

Matt Van Swol

Don't be an intrusive explorer.

Rediscovering the Impact of Exploration: An Argument for Revisiting Your Past Adventures

Jacalyn Beales

It's like Vaneigem said: "Our task is not to rediscover nature but to remake it."

My Solo Christmas Adventure to Southern Utah

Leo Xu

9 Photos from My Day Trip to the Ancient Forest

Kaila Walton

Snowshoeing through a winter wonderland full of ancient cedar trees.

5 Tips for Hiking with Kids and Toddlers

Brandon Dewey

Five tips for hiking with your kids to help make it fun and enjoyable for everyone!

You Don't Have to Be a Pro to Capture the Perfect Shot

Jacalyn Beales

Whether your adventures keep you local or have you traversing the great outdoors around the globe, explorative photography is no longer just for the pros.

The Ultimate 10-day Oregon Road Trip

Austin Jackson

West coast, best coast? Find out for yourself!

Why You Shouldn't Let Doubt and Fear Keep You from a Life of Adventure

Riccardo Marino

The truth is, you're holding yourself back.

Making the Most of an Epic Skiing Crash in Whistler

Andrew Hoang

Finding a new interest out of a trip ending injury

The College Road Trip

Will McKay

Fueled by quesadillas and sunsets.

9 Things that the Outdoors Taught Me in 2016

Austin Jackson

Hungry for experiences, here are the 9 things I learned from the outdoors in 2016.

Carrying the Torch of Preservation from the PCT to the Adirondacks

Tyler Socash

After 7,000 miles of thru-hiking, I returned to my hometown in the Adirondack Mountains inspired. Finding a wilderness area under attack, I decided to do something about it... And I'm calling all of us to action to help save it.