Lightning Struck Two National Park Visitors at Horseshoe Bend
Lightning struck two visitors to the Horseshoe Bend overlook in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, a National Park Service-managed site.
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Bethanie is a writer, editor, and author of seven animal-science books for kids. She covers camping, hiking, gear, inspiring stories, wildlife, adventure travel, and more for the Outdoors.com. She's a mom of two and always has a few camping trips on the calendar. Find her books at www.zoolokids.com.
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National Parks
Camping
No More Camping at This Popular Spot Due to Public’s Reckless Behavior
The Sand Island State Recreation Area, a popular weekend camping spot, will stop accepting camping reservations on August 23. Here’s why.
Camping
Bear Mauls Toddler Inside a Tent at Montana Campground
A black bear mauled a three-year-old toddler who was sleeping inside her family’s tent at a campground in Montana.
Climbing
Teenage Son Saves His Dad After Rock-Climbing Trip Goes South
A horrifying moment ended up with an act of heroism. A son saved his dad after their rock-climbing trip turned terrifying.
Explore
WATCH: Bear Steals Cookie, Man Whacks Bear With Shovel
A man whacked a large black bear in the face with a shovel after it stole a cookie and was sniffing around a crowded area. Watch it here.
Empower
Man Makes a Truly Mammoth Discovery in Mississippi
A man found a fully intact mammoth tusk in a creek bed in Mississippi. Experts call this an “extremely rare find.”
Camping
A 14-Year-Old Camper’s Flashlight Battery Exploded in His Pocket
A 14-year-old boy was on a camping trip when his flashlight’s lithium battery exploded, causing third-degree burns.
News
Two Polar Bears Attacked a Man Working in the Remote Arctic
A man has died after two polar bears attacked him in the remote Arctic. Learn more about the tragic incident here.
Explore
Outdoor Lovers Mourn the Collapse of Utah’s ‘Double Arch’
The National Park Service announced the collapse of the Double Arch, a popular geologic feature in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Climbing
WATCH: Man Attempts to Free-Solo Climb the Eiffel Tower
A man attempted to free-solo climb the Eiffel Tower just hours before the ceremony on Sunday. Find out who he is and watch what happened.