Forty-three years ago today, Mt. St. Helens erupted in southwestern Washington. And to this day, it remains the most destructive volcanic eruption in U.S. history. The eruption killed 57 people, destroyed hundreds of homes and dozens of bridges, and debris ruined 15 miles of railroad tracks and 185 miles of highway. Over a nine-hour eruption, [...]

Whitewater rafting offers not one, but multiple shots of adrenaline as you buck through unruly waves and surge down drops on a roiling river. If you can swim and paddle a canoe or kayak, you can ride most rivers with the help of reliable outfitter. The question is: where to go? How Does Whitewater Classification [...]

The western U.S. is home to some of the earth’s most concentrated geothermal activity. From geysers and fumaroles to lava tubes and hot springs, getting outside and seeing earth science in action with your own eyes is an incredible experience. While Yellowstone is well known for its geysers, and has the highest concentration of them [...]

There’s no better way to cool off from a warm weather hike than by taking a dip in a lake, pond or swimming hole. Such bodies of water can be found in forests throughout the United States. Some are hidden gems, while some attract groups of people looking to cool off.   Pack a towel, grab [...]

Portland might keep it weird—but the parks surrounding Oregon’s largest city are outlandishly beautiful, with plenty of sites to shock and awe. The Beaver State boasts an unreal number of unique and downlight quirky experiences, from the deepest lake in the country and ancient fossil beds to the caldera of an active volcano and the [...]

Whether you had your life changed by the 2017 eclipse — or you missed it and have been living in regret ever since — we’ve got good news. You’ll have another shot at seeing an eclipse in 2023. Better yet, it’ll be visible from more than 20 national park units across the U.S., which means [...]

You’ve seen the show celebrating “Tiny House Nation,” where people live in compact homes year round. While you may not want to mimic the lifestyle, perhaps a short stay in a tiny house could satisfy your itch for a simpler life?  Whether you’re looking to rough it and go off the grid or be in [...]

Hiking is wonderful in and of itself, but having a scenic waterfall to admire–or even play in—adds another element of natural bliss. Here are 10 waterfalls around the country to explore on foot and enjoy up close and personal.  1. Havasu Falls, AZ How to get there: Located in the northeast corner of Arizona, Havasu [...]

Two anglers managed to snap a once-in-a-lifetime photo last week when they spotted a wolverine — that’s right, a wolverine — in Western Oregon. Before this photo was taken, scientists thought there was exactly one wolverine left in the state of Oregon, and that it was sequestered far away in the Wallowa Mountains. This sighting [...]

As temperatures get warmer around the country, young skiers and boarders dread closing day at their local ski resort. Months of dry-land training, weight lifting and seeing the skis or board collect dust can bring the summer blues for powder hounds of any age.  Thankfully around the U.S. and Canada, summer-on-snow ski camps offer young [...]