This outdoorsman says you should always carry tampons in your pack, and here are his top four reasons. Watch here.

A group of friends came across an octopus in Washington, and they were delighted. Their joy in this viral video is infectious.

A hiker heard what you’d assume was some birds chirping, but she knew better. Her video showcases a unique sound a mountain lion can make.

Two hikers challenged themselves to come up with greetings starting with every letter of the alphabet. Some trail interactions got awkward.

A rescue story is even more wonderful because of a bizarre coincidence. A backpack filled with supplies helped save a stranded father and son.

Dr. Gerhardt Konig, an anesthesiologist, allegedly attempted to kill his wife on Monday while they were hiking in Hawaii.

Three hikers went off trail this week in Nevada and made a gruesome discovery: a human skull and other skeletal remains.

A hiker returning to his vehicle after a trek near Tucson, Arizona saw a coatimundi sitting on his hood, then it attacked him.

Two hikers ended up in a perilous situation while hiking the Lost Coast in northern California. Get the story here.

Two men are on an epic quest, recreating Frodo’s journey in ‘The Lord of the Rings.’ And yes, they’re dressed like Hobbits.