Rock Climbing Gear Recalled Due to the Risk of Falling
A vital product recall is now in place for rock climbing gear. According to the U.S. CPSC, the Wild Country brand Superlight Rocks is recalling single-wired chocks for climbing.
Alex Murphy
Alex Murphy has worked as a professional journalist for more than a decade. He has written about camping, hiking, climbing, surfing, conservation, national parks and more for Trail Runner Magazine, Outdoor Life, GearJunkie, Campendium, The Trek, WavePoolMag and Surf Park Central. His love of travel has brought him to dozens of states and national parks and kept him on the move. He's lived in five different states in the past 20 years.
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Watch: Researcher Tracks Intense Swarms of Sharks Near the California Coast
A shark researcher is celebrating shark week but sharing a video of swarming sharks off the coast of San Diego, California.
National Parks
FEMA Issues Warning to Stay Indoors Due to Extreme Heat
The extreme heat cooking the southwest U.S. over the last month is about to head east. The recommendation is to stay indoors.
National Parks
Woman Dies Near Yellowstone After Alleged Grizzly Bear Attack
The woman’s injuries are said to be consistent with a bear attack. Nearby they found adult grizzly tracks and at least one set of cub tracks.
Action Sports
Jonas Vingegaard Wins 2023 Tour de France
Jonas Vingegaard won the 2023 Tour de France for the second year. The yearly event brings cyclists through France.
Camping
Alone in the Woods: 2022 Saw An Increase in Solo Camping
According to a new study, more than one out of four people are happy to camp alone. The new data comes from an annual camping report.
Action Sports
PHOTOS: Week Three of the Tour de France
We’re just two days away from the exciting conclusion of the 2023 Tour de France. Catch up on the race so far ahead of the end this weekend.
Videos
Bachelorette Party Gone Wild: Trapped Bear ‘Absolutely Destroys’ Inside of Car
A woman was celebrating her bachelorette party with friends in the Tahoe area when they discovered a black bear trapped inside her car.
Culture
Vacation Like Barbie in These Real-Life Pink Houses
If you’re both a longtime fan of the famous Mattel doll and love traveling, you’re in luck. There are multiple real-life pink house rentals.
Culture
Yellowstone Sets New Visitor Record in June 2023
The National Park has seen new record crowds of visitors. The National Park Service says Yellowstone saw 847,864 tourists in June.