Activities

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.

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.

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.

Ski Touring in Golden BC's Backyard

Tourism Golden

Another "Golden is too good to be true moment”

My Final Backpacking Trip of the Year: Blue Lakes, Colorado

Sonja Saxe

Craving one last fair-weather trip before winter set in, I headed to Colorado to explore the Blue Lakes Basin in the Mt. Sneffels Wilderness.

14 Incredible Backpacking Trips in 14 U.S. National Parks

The Outbound Collective

Plan a cross-country tour of the backcountry.

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!

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.

How to Take BETTER Photographs with That Expensive Camera

Ethan Constable

By no means am I a professional photographer (but my mom says I'm the best in the world. Notice the title does not say "the BEST photos"). These are just a few tips that I have learned in the past couple years with a DSLR.

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.

The 5 Best Photography Spots in San Diego

Dustin Kahia

Discover the best places in San Diego to set up your camera.

Explore to Photograph or Photograph to Explore?

Sam Loomis

If you find it hard to create time to be outside, create a reason to be outside.

Alpenglowshoe: Why You Should Explore Artist Point This Winter

Brad Geyer

There might not be a more scenic and accessible place in Washington than Artist Point. Go on a rare clear winter evening, and the oranges, yellows, and pinks will make you want to freeze the moment for good.

How to Get Started Snowshoeing

Women Who Explore

A first time guide to introduce you to the fastest growing winter sport in the world.

Escape from NYC: Kayak Camping in the Adirondacks

Ethan Constable

In September, myself and over a dozen others took a trip up to the Adirondacks to canoe to an island campsite on Lower Saranac Lake.

The ultimate backpacking bucket list for California

The Outbound Collective

Wilderness as far as the eye can see.