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Hunters will be able to kill a total of 22 bears.

All 5 were found quickly and were uninjured.

The Department of Environmental Conservation and the state parks will hold 11 free outdoor recreation events statewide.

The remote mountain is also one of the Cascades' least-monitored volcanoes.

Homeowners in the area have fought to keep the beach private for years.

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An in-depth read on how online photos and beta might have contributed to last year's death toll on the Elk Range peak.

While thousands of people flock to U.S. national parks each year in hopes of seeing a bear, spotting one out in its element is just another day in the office for some employees.

Cyclists have been chased at least five times in recent weeks on the Tucson-area trail.

Parts of the Tonto and Coconino National Forests close today due to extreme fire risk.

The mountain bikers attacked this week near North Bend did almost everything right--except run.

It was the first death on the Yosemite National Park cables since 2011.

The 15-year-old threw firecrackers into the Columbia River Gorge last fall, starting the destructive blaze.

Officials think the body recovered outside the ski area is a man who disappeared last January.

Conde Nast Traveler's new list highlights the 50 most scenic spots across the U.S.

Illegal swimmers face personal risk and could pollute the water supply.

Peru’s Cordillera Blanca contains more than 880 alpine tarns, but one stands out among the rest.

America’s next long trail should cross the Great Plains, says the path’s pioneer, Steve Myers. Will hikers share his vision?

Snag a this tried-and-true stove for a steal this week.

The pair activated a personal locator beacon after getting stranded in deep snow.

The $550 million plan isn't likely to be funded anytime soon.

Crews plan to clear the highway as far as Summit Lake.

Cut weight, not comfort, with the year's best new lightweight packs.

Big or small, your tent is your home in the backcountry. Get the perfect one with these picks from the experts at BACKPACKER.

A native plant expert's picks for where to spot lupine, violets, trillium, and more.

A man and woman were taken to the hospital after suffering head wounds last week.

Sonja Brooks, a 32-year-old from Seattle, was killed while mountain biking near North Bend last Saturday.

The Tucson-area park is currently open only for day use.

Play in the parks fee-free on June 2, 9, and 10.

After a 30-year career managing an Alaskan wildlife sanctuary, Larry Aumiller's advice for keeping bears and people safe seems unconventional: get used to each other. Can he convince a society that still sees itself as the top of the food chain?

What Denver hikers need to know this weekend.

Elementary school- through college-aged students explore local parks and take field trips as part of the coalition project.

What Seattle hikers need to know this weekend.

Officials will consider drought and wind conditions when they decide which zones to close.

The Sierra Club's annual legislative roundup found little success on conservation or water issues.

There are many kinds of bears in the world. Which matches your personality? Take our quiz and find out.

Wildlife officials trying to eradicate the destructive invasive rodent are struggling to keep up.

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A wildlife official euthanized the big cat after it was injured by a car on Santa Rosa Creek Road.

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After a lifetime plumbing the backcountry of the Southwest, David Roberts finds himself face to face with mysteries past and present.

Explore Alaska's bear HQ with the best viewing sites and remote backpacking routes.

Adams County asked Xcel Energy to clear its riverfront land between I-270 and I-76.

Officials spread a sticky bacterium in an attempt to control the invasive bug.

A California Highway Patrol helicopter whisked a 53-year-old Pleasant Hill woman to safety after a fall.

About 20 bites have already been reported statewide this season, with even more incidents likely.

A hiker and a mountain climber fell to their deaths in separate incidents in early May.

Neighbors and coworkers said the man had been "acting differently" before his hiking trip.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife identified two people who chased and fed moose through social posts.

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Testing discovered unacceptable levels of lead Chicago's tap water at hundreds of sites.

Mix up your bear calls with our expert suggestions.

If you’ve experienced one slot, odds are good you’ll be back for more. Use these picks from Steve Howe, owner of Redrock Adventure Guides in Torrey, Utah, to stay safe and mobile in the Southwest’s iconic canyons.

Our intrepid Los Angeles scout tests himself against firestarting skills tests, battles of wits, and a very real-feeling fake war zone in the U.S.’s first installment of the trail run/obstacle course/survival skills competition.

Illness cases have doubled since 2004, with New England states seeing a big chunk of the increase.

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Someone has been removing large rocks from the Lion's Lair Trail.

The 5-year-old girl is in good condition after a black bear tried to drag her out of her yard.

The new property is on the Chicago River's North Branch Canal and about a quarter mile from the company's Goose Island location.

Biologists warn pet owners to be extra-careful in May and June, when coyotes get territorial.

Use seasonal clues to clinch bear sightings (or avoid encounters altogether).

Our resident bruin answers all your questions in 'Ask A Bear.'

Lanierland and Matt Community Parks opened brand-new paths this month.

Biologists confirmed the rare mammal's return to the area south of I-90 after being extirpated in the early 1900s.

The Raging River State Forest network near Tiger Mountain will debut 17 miles of trail, most of it singletrack.

Wildlife experts warned people to look out for the snakes emerging from winter dens after two people were bitten near Colorado Springs.

Killer grizzlies and cuddly teddies make for good movie fodder, but are they accurate? Our scout goes on a cinematic journey to find out.

In the Polar Bear Capital of the World, where encounters between animals and people are a fact of life, a 50-year-old program keeps both safe.

Our resident bruin answers all your questions in 'Ask A Bear.'

Get some turns in with the BACKPACKER crew.