Amelia Arvesen

Whether you’re trekking along a ridge or standing on top of a summit, a fear of heights can cause you to freeze up. Don’t let it ruin your hike.

Amid the vast plains and prairies of Kansas, find an unexpected expanse of rugged geological formations well worth visiting.

Seek out splashes of color amid pale winter landscapes with these five cold-loving birds.

Ever dreamed of working as a photographer, wildland firefighter, or gear designer? Six pros tell you what it takes to get their careers.

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.