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Searching for Surf and Safe Passage in the Gulf of Alaska
Photo Essay: Searching for Surf and Safe Passage in the Gulf of Alaska

A two-week boat trip through surfing's final frontier brings snow-capped mountains, icebergs and sea lions, hot springs and epic vistas

Battling Altitude and Ego While Hut Hiking in the Italian Dolomites
Battling Altitude and Ego While Hut Hiking in the Italian Dolomites

Faced with the unyielding effects of thin air, one hiker learns to let go of self expectations and what should be to enjoy what is

"These Celestial Things Happen" Explores the Psyche of a Solar Eclipse
New Short Film Follow Solar Eclipse Fanatics to the End of Earth

The mindful, artful, and quasi-anthropological short film follows 20,000 people into the remote outback to watch the 2023 total solar eclipse

Visitor's Guide to Monhegan Island, a Car-Free Escape Off the Maine Coast
How to Visit Maine's Monhegan Island , a Car-Free Paradise for Nature Lovers

The tiny, ferry-accessible island off the coast of New England has art galleries, hiking trails, a brewery, and, yes, lobster rolls

Inside Marmot's New Sub-Brand Marmot Capital, Blending Heritage & Tech
In New Sub-Brand Marmot Capital, Kikuno Kiki Blends Heritage & Performance

Creative Director Kikuno Kiki shares insight into the Japan-exclusive brand's first collection of "new vintage" outdoor apparel for modern life

The 10 Best Cars for Camping of 2024
The 10 Best New & Vintage Vehicles for Car Camping

From cheap church vans to tech-filled trucks, these are our top picks for best ways to go camping on four wheels

On the Ancient Irish Art of Stone Walls & How to Build Your Own
On the Ancient Irish Art of Stone Walls & How to Build Your Own

With Neolithic origins, dry stone walls continue to be a practical and aesthetic feature of rural landscapes

20 Hiking Groups Celebrating Women in Nature Across the US and the UK
20 Inclusive Hiking Groups for Women Across the US and UK

An extensive list of hiking groups exclusive to women, changing the face of outdoor culture one organized group hike at a time

A Visual Trip to Maine's Wild & Tourist-Free Mahoosuc Mountain Range
20 Film Photos from Maine's Wild, Tourist-Free Mahoosuc Mountain Range

Far from Acadia and Maine's heavily frequented coast, this lesser known range is filled with lakes, rivers, and endless hiking trails

Where to Stay and What to Do While Visiting the Southern Oregon Coast
You Really Should Visit the Southern Oregon Coast—Here's How to Do It Right

Cannon Beach and Manzanita may get all the glory, but head south for off-the-beaten-path adventure, beachfront glamping, and equally incredible views

Glamping Kent: The 10 Best Tents, Pods, and Cabins Southeast of London
The Best Glamping Spots Around the United Kingdom's Coastal County Kent

Home to medieval castles, coastal villages, idyllic countryside, and the iconic White Cliffs of Dover

Bad Weather, Surreal Terrain & 35mm Film: A Proper New Zealand Road Trip
New Zealand Photo Essay: Wild Weather & Surreal Landscapes on 35mm Film

Photographer Tom Loach explores New Zealand's enchanting South Island with Olympus cameras and a bag of Kodak film in hand