The Three Types of Rocky Mountain National Park Hikers

Lysianne Peacock

After three summer hiking seasons in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP), it is has become very clear to me that tourists and park frequenters alike have specific preferences for the hikes they choose to do. While there are a plethora of hiking destinations, there are three primary types of hikers in the park that you might run (or rather, hike) into in RMNP.

The Good, The Bad, and the Geotag

Jill Toth

Healthy geo-tagging = keeping stoke levels high and environmental impact levels low

Bike Shops Packed? Here's How to Repair Your Own Bike

Margo Schmiederer

The pandemic has led to a surge in bike sales, and a need for bike repairs, across the country. With bike shops overwhelmed and backlogged, skip the wait and learn how to repair your own bike.

How to Pack for a 25-mile, Self-Supported, Overnight, Inner Tube Adventure

Kyle Frost

Here's what I brought on an unconventional trip down Ruby Horsethief Canyon.

Key Tips for Backpacking Meals And Food Dehydration

Kristen Fuller

Nutrition in the backcountry is, by far, one of the most challenging parts of being on trail for me, especially when I am doing big mile days and carrying a heavy pack for days on end.

Review: Leisure Co MoonLite Inflatable Pillow

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A Call to Recreate Responsibly

Kalli Hawkins

The increase in recreational use of the outdoors is having a tremendous impact, and it's becoming apparent.

Have an Epic Pass? You'll need a reservation to ride the resorts this season.

Kyle Frost

As part of COVID-19 policies, Epic Pass holders will be required to make reservations at all resorts this season.

Big Dreams: Upgrading My Backpacking Gear

Kristen Fuller

Although I do love my current gear, of course, I dream about upgrading my gear one day…

The Desolation Wilderness Mindset

Morgan Woodhouse

It's incredible how far your body can take you in the wilderness and it's even more incredible how clear life gets when you're out there.

Canoeing Canada's North: The Easiest and Most Accessible Paddles Near Whitehorse, Yukon

Rachel B

For beginners or those wanting to experience the larger than life nature at a relaxed pace, a quick guide to where to take your canoe or kayak while visiting Whitehorse, Yukon.

Death Valley Reaches an Insanely Hot 130 degrees

Kyle Frost

Amidst a massive heat wave and fires sweeping the west, the reading may be the hottest recorded temperature ever on earth.

A 2-Day Itinerary for Your Trip to Great Sand Dunes National Park

Lysianne Peacock

A Guide to Exploring Nature’s Sandbox in Only Two Days

Review: Cotton Carrier Skout Camera Sling

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For those who may be looking to streamline their gear to make for the most efficient and simple way to bring a camera along on your activities, Cotton Carrier's Skout harness has been a great addition to the gear closet!

Looking For a Break From the City? Plan a Road Trip to Cape Cod.

Sara Sheehy

Outdoor adventures made easy with AutoCamp Cape Cod.

Backpacking the Eastern Sierra's Evolution Loop

Kristen Fuller

58 miles, 4 days, 3 nights, 3 strong women...

Trail Tips & Tricks for the Beginner Hiker

Emily Walbridge

New to hiking? Or interested in learning more about hiking before hitting the trails?

Are Neck Gaiters Actually Worse Than No Masks at All? No, not really.

Kyle Frost

There have been a lot of sensational headlines about this study. Are gaiters "worse"? The data is unclear. But a normal mask is still better.

The Cycle Tour of Your Dreams

Rachel B

Where the mountains soar, you have the pavement to yourself, and the breezes are behind your back.

Olympic National Park: My Second Ever Backpacking Trip

Heather DuBrall

I was invited on a two-day backpacking trip in Olympic National Park with two lady adventure friends. The shenanigans with friends on the first day was invigorating, and the solitude of an early morning photo tour on the second day was a dream.

Social Media in the Outdoors

Jill Toth

Learning how to be reverent in nature.

A Beginner Backpacker's Trek in the Maroon Bells Snowmass Wilderness

Chris Kulakowski

The story of first-timer backpackers completing four passes in 3 days in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness area.

4 Easy Ways to Get Started on a Zero Waste Lifestyle at Home

Natalie F

Most of us are staying close to home these days. Why not pick up some habits that are good for this beautiful earth of ours!?

Lake Mead: the Largest Man-Made Lake in the USA

Natalie F

For 6 months due to work I was living in a rather un-lively city in Arizona. I was grateful to discover Lake Mead my first weekend there.