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Many outdoor adventurers are reluctant birders. Climbing mountains, busting out miles and clocking vertical gain can all feel very glamorous. In contrast, squinting through a pair of binoculars can feel decidedly less so. That’s how we felt, too—until we heard about Cornell University’s massive global birding event. The Great Backyard Bird Count may have a [...]
When Australian explorer Eddie Gault mistakenly left his video camera out on a glacier, he didn’t expect a pair of penguins to get to it first—let alone start taking selfies. Gault, a polar explorer for the Antarctic Australian Division, had been traveling near the Auster rookery, a penguin colony near Antarctica’s Mawson Research Station. It [...]
Many hiking enthusiasts come to Arkansas for the Ozarks, but there’s plenty of outdoor magic to be found throughout the Natural State, from towering waterfalls and soaring mountains to babbling creeks and verdant forests. The best part? Some of the most unforgettable adventures you’ll have are located just a short drive away from Little Rock. [...]
Bear Grylls is chief ambassador to the World Scout Organization, a global family of around 31 million Scouts in 216 countries and territories. He is also Chief Scout in the UK. And he’s part of a long line of scouts who have gone on to change the world: And just last week, actor and entrepreneur [...]
From teetering rock towers to free-standing ice pillars, the United States is home to some truly heart-stopping climbs. Here are a few of the country’s wildest lines. Ancient Art (5.10) Where it is Every year, locals mutter that this spindly, freestanding tower of sandstone is going to fall over in a windstorm. And every year, [...]
In San Francisco, you never have to wander far to find a good trail. Rolling hills, temperate weather and lush greenery make this major city a true hiker’s paradise—and the dramatic bay views don’t hurt, either. Whether you’re looking for a quick trek within city limits or want to make the journey into a neighboring [...]
Arctic winds and record-breaking low temps. Will this winter ever end? Whether you’re a sun-seeker in search of soft sandy beaches or a powder hound looking to make the most of ski season, these itineraries are full of great winter vacation ideas. Warm Weather Vacations Key West, FL Famous for being the southernmost spot in [...]
Florida hikers, cyclists and equestrians will soon be able to travel between Florida’s two biggest national parks without ever having to set foot on a road. A new paved pathway, dubbed the Everglades-Biscayne Greenway Trail, will extend 42 miles between South Florida’s iconic Everglades National Park and the watery Biscayne National Park, a paddling epicenter [...]
Bear Grylls has traversed the icy Arctic, through hot deserts, up and down the world’s tallest peaks, and through thick jungles. One thing he knows is that having a map and compass are vital if you’re on an expedition or adventure and want to find your way. “Never depend on your GPS alone,” says Bear. [...]
The winter months can be tough: The days are shorter and darker, the temps can be downright bone-chilling, and the memories of warm summer months feel like they couldn’t be further in the rearview mirror. Whether the anecdote to the winter blahs is a winter wonderland or a balmy beach, we’ve rounded up a handful [...]
