A new study is causing some buzz around how to potentially limit those irritating – and sometimes deadly – mosquito bites. Researchers at Virginia Tech’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences recently looked at how soap scents can impact mosquito attraction to humans. And the results showed that some popular soaps may amplify how attractive a person [...]

Two TikTokers in England have been credited with coining a new phrase: soft hiking. While some might argue that it’s basically just, well, walking, the idea seems to be gaining steam with people who think serious hikers might be taking themselves too seriously.  The two friends, Emily Thornton and Lucy Hird, are behind the TikTok [...]

Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales is getting a new name. And actor Michael Sheen is here to explain why.  This week, the park formerly known by the English name of Brecon Beacons released a short film starring Sheen to explain why the park is rebranding to adopt the old Welsh name of Bannau Brycheiniog [...]

Bear Grylls is familiar with mountains – from climbing summits like Everest to base jumping from them. He says that one reason he loves the mountains is that they remind us of our place in the universe and about the importance of being humble. “The pecking order is pretty clear: mountain, weather, you,” he says in [...]

Whether you’re new to hiking or an experienced outdoor enthusiast, you may appreciate some canine companionship when you hit the trails. Some dogs love this kind of activity as much as their humans do, while others would prefer to snuggle you on the couch once you get home. Before you bring your current pet into [...]

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 [...]

America’s Dairyland is the land of amazing cheese, but Wisconsin is also home to some of the most stunning natural sites in the Midwest. Sandwiched between two Great Lakes, outdoor enthusiasts come here to admire one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Rocky Mountains, kayak along coastal sandstone cliffs, and hike through verdant forests. [...]

After three years of hiking Georgia’s Stone Mountain, Zach Cross lost weight, gained, confidence, and turned his life around.

“Walking here from Mexico was easy!” said Tumbles, loud enough for the entire Walmart parking lot to hear, “The hard part is getting a ride up to Nathrop!” The hope, of course, was that someone would overhear, take interest and offer us that ride. We were in Salida, Colorado, nearly halfway through our thru-hike of [...]

When prepping for an outdoor adventure, do not underestimate how important food will be to your enjoyment and capabilities on the trail. “Food plays a huge part in how you feel,” says Aaron Owens Mayhew, a registered dietitian and thru-hiker and the founder of Backcountry Foodie. “What’s really funny is I can actually keep up [...]