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The sound alone is something you will never forget. Sandhill Cranes have a distinct call, like a soft, high pitched rattle. It's hard to describe, but, think pterodactyl...like it was engineered as a sound effect for a dinosaur movie. And when thousands get together, it creates a massive symphony...

Arlington, Virginia has a lot more to offer than government buildings! With miles of trails and parks scattered across northern Virginia, travelers looking to get away from the urban jungle of D.C. have a variety of trekking options. We found four places in and around Arlington where aspiring hik...

We see all sorts of amazing photographs on the internet. It's actually extremely saturated. But what you don't always see, is what happens before, during, and after getting that amazing shot. In my case, there always seems to be some crazy story leading up to a good solid shot.  For part one, I'd...

Tucked into a narrow valley in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the mountain outpost of Red River, New Mexico, is one of those towns that it's almost hard to believe exists. Surrounded by mountains, the forested slopes of New Mexico's tallest peaks rise right off of Main Street. Small in size but ...

In Idaho, sometimes you don’t even have to leave the car to reach unbelievable views, but if you’re willing to bundle up and put in a little extra effort, you’ll have the best seat in the house for a stunning sunset and sunrise.Photo: Nick LakePhoto: Nick LakeMt. Roothaan is in the Selkirk Mounta...

You probably know Alex from his free-solo climb of El Capitan or his speed ascent of the Nose. You might not know about his penchant for sufferfests, like climbing all of California's 14ers and biking between them. Or climbing 45 of the most iconic desert towers -- and also traveling by bike. Thi...

Everyone needs an occasional break from the rat race and traffic that comes with living in Los Angeles and we have just the escape you need. Celebrate the coming of spring with these short but rewarding hikes, all within an hour of downtown. From exploring hidden caves on the beach, to strolling ...

Backcountry skiing is known for fresh tracks, the whole earn-your-turns-thing, and disconnecting from your usual routine to immerse yourself in the wilderness. With that in mind, we decided to rally our crew and spend a few nights in a backcountry hut in Lake Tahoe, California. Our guide (or “ad...

WHERE TO STAY Winter Park Resort has a variety of great lodging options (condos, hotels, townhomes) at the base of the village.  Airbnb is a great resource around this area and one we took advantage of. You can find a house with a gorgeous view that’s just down the road from the base village at...

It's mind-boggling to try to comprehend the timespan and method in which dramatic natural landscapes were created. Looking out at Yosemite Valley from Tunnel View, for example, it's difficult to imagine a 4,000 ft. thick glacier carving its way through the Sierra about a million years ago. There ...

A drive “over the hill” takes you from the hustle and bustle of Silicon Valley to the lively coastal city of Santa Cruz, lined with forested mountains and surf-ready beaches. With my Gerber Gear ComplEAT Camp Cook Collection in tow, I headed through the windy Highway 17 for an overnight trip. Da...

I consider Yosemite National Park a formidable backdrop to my personal growth. I’ve conquered many fears within its 1,169 square miles, from climbing Half Dome by myself to comfortably skinny dipping with friends for the first time in the Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne to hiking more miles in a day...

Asilomar translates to “refuge by the sea,” a phrase that accurately depicts the Asilomar Conference Grounds. The area started as a YWCA women’s empowerment camp in 1913 and has since transitioned into a well-preserved state beach. It is located in the beautiful Monterey Peninsula. 1. Bird Watchi...

There's something special about the 3.3 million-acre Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve in Alaska. It's remote, to be sure, and beautiful. But what draws people in, again and again, is how genuinely wild the park is.  Here, more than many other places, you can feel your own insignificance i...

It is desert season. Which means MTB in the desert season. Get the gear.

When the temperatures dropped to -50 in Montana, I began planning my great escape. While browsing flights I thought, "somewhere warm, somewhere close to the ocean, and somewhere with fresh food to eat". In all my travels, I had never been to Hawaii. I knew it as everyone does; beautiful beaches, ...