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It was a quick but busy week and I was in class most of the time (contrary to popular belief). I'd been busy and I knew I was getting that itch to go outside. Having received permits to go to Havasu Falls in March, I've been constantly researching just out of sheer excitement. I've weighed my bag...

Snowshoeing is a sport for everyone, whether you're hard-core into the outdoors or a casual dabbler. The adventure can challenge your legs and lungs to their max, or be a gentle cruise through the evergreen trees. The choice is yours. So grab a pair of warm boots, rent a pair of snowshoes, and he...

Winter is a great time to hike a trail along the Front Range in Colorado. While the mountains stay socked in with snow, it’s not unusual to have 60 degree days in Denver in January or February. But, average high temperatures are in the 40s, so layer up and hit the trail along the Front Range. Plu...

The iced Alaskan air rocked the boat as we sped into the abyss. "It's as if we are pirates exploring the seven seas," said the old man next to me with a cheeky grin. I nodded and smiled back. "Welcome to the Cove of the Spires," cheered Captain Sherry over the loudspeaker. Tourists flocked to the...

Most people put away their backpacks when winter rolls around, but the adventurous few just switch from hiking boots to skis or snowshoes. Colorado is home to the famous 10th Mountain Division Hut System, a set of stunning mountain ski cabins, as well as other public and private winter getaways i...

Was it my best hike of the year? Absolutely. Was I worried the end was nigh? Certainly. I flew to Seattle for Labor Day weekend to continue my national parks quest. I was going to check Olympic National Park off the list. The primary objective in Olympic was to explore the Royal Basin. I was attr...

No matter the season Bryce Canyon is a place unlike anywhere else in the world. Its unique frost-eroded hoodoos and canyons comprised of Dakota Sandstone and Tropical Shale, laid down millions of years ago in an ancient ocean, create some of the most gorgeous views on earth.Monsoon season is a pa...

The country felt a collective shock yesterday as the OregonStandoff leaders were acquitted of all charges. The ramifications of thisruling are long and complex, but here I will focus my anger on how this impactsthe environment. As an outdoor enthusiast and supporter of multi-faceted landmanagemen...

For anyone with a foot in the outdoor community, the announcement of the shrinking of Bears Ears National Monument by the Trump administration was an enormous defeat. The loss of more than 1.15 million acres, 85% of the monument’s area, went against both public opinion and a year-long campaign by...

GETTING THERE Flying into Jackson isn't cheap (nor is any other part of this trip). It's a very small yet awesome airport. When we arrived they were handing out mimosas when you walked in the terminal. Why can't every airport do this? I guarantee everyone would be calmer and care less about missi...

If you’re reading this, you’re obviously not in Yosemite (at least we really hope you’re not in Yosemite and staring at your phone) but you can do the next best thing and watch one of the four live webcams that the Yosemite Conservancy has placed at scenic locations around the park. Pretty rad, r...

I spent five weeks in Alaska filming around the southeast. We had a lot of luck every time we went to Endicott Arm. There was lovely weather and great wildlife sightings. It's a protected wilderness and there are limits to traffic that help keep this place wild and you can feel it. I'd have like...

It’s a state with a myriad of natural beauty wherever you venture to. From towering cliffs to sparkling lakes to rolling grasslands to fiery mesas, Oklahoma boasts a beautiful variety of scenery sure to please almost any outdoor enthusiast. With exciting hiking trails ranging from varying degrees...

Anyone who has visited Zion knows almost immediately how intensely beautiful it is. Those who haven’t been there yet are in for a treat. The towering canyons have a profound lasting effect on anyone who enters and leaves the park.That said, the high price for the adventure and scenery are the cro...

With rolling hills in almost every direction, deep redwood forests, a dramatic rocky coast, and 360-degree views of the entire Bay Area, Marin County is a photographer's paradise. Whether you're shooting out at the mighty Pacific or across the Bay to the San Francisco skyline, the view is always ...

Phoenix is one of the very best cities in the country for hiking with tons of trails that are easily accessible from the metropolitan area. Grab your hiking shoes, friends, and lots of water, then head out on one of these awesome hikes this weekend.1. Camelback MountainPhoto: Kevin KaminskiWhethe...