NPS Proposes New Fracking Rules
Following BLM court defeat
Conservation News
Conservation News
Arizon Rep Introduces Grand Canyon Heritage National Monument Act
The bill would declare 1.7 million acres of land a national monument
Congress Moves to Open Up Paddling in National Parks
A bill advances that would allow paddlers, kayakers, and other hand-propelled watercraft on 450 miles of rivers and streams in Grand Teton and Yellowstone.
Yellowstone to Yukon Announces New President
Jodi Hilty was on board for five years
National Park Service Takes Over Valles Caldera
New Mexican preserve will be dedicated on October 10
Obama Designates Three New National Monuments
Explore Berryessa Snow Mountain, Waco Mammoth, and Basin and Range, the three newest national monuments.
Subaru & National Park Service Team Up To Eliminate Trash
They’re teaming up on a pilot project in Yosemite, Grand Teton, and Denali.
Bighorn Sheep Released into Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon NP
California is trying to bolster the population of the fragile species.
Appalachian Mountain Club Purchases Baker Mountain
The purchase protects 4,311 acres in Maine's 100-Mile Wilderness.
Obama Proposes Additional ANWR Wilderness
Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge could become even more protected, with another 12.8 million acres designated as wilderness.
Q&A: Polar Bears on the Brink
A new e-book explores a vicious polar bear attack and the uncertain fate of the species in a changing Arctic.
Washington Offers Hikers Chance to Name Wolf Packs
If you find them first, that is.
35,000 Walruses Invade Alaskan Beach
A shortage of sea ice is forcing them ashore.
Wolves Back Under Federal Protection in Wyoming
The tug-of-war over the iconic species continues.
Fire Targets Invasive Fern in the Everglades
The controlled burn will cover 10,000 acres.
Wyoming Governor Pushes For Grizzly Bear Delisting
Yellowstone's brown bears could lose their federally protected status.
How Wolves Altered Yellowstone’s Geography
The species physically changes the landscape via predation.
Adorable Polar Bear Cub Takes First Steps…
...TO BECOMING AN UNSTOPPABLE KILLING MACHINE.
Photographers suspected of baiting wolf pack near Banff
The incident has renewed criticism of so-called 'wildlife paparazzi.'
Just a little off the top: Denali gets shorter
In a recent scientific survey, North America’s tallest peak loses elevation — again.
11 Wolves vs. 1 bear
One lucky Grand Tetons visitor catches a crazy showdown between charismatic megafauna on video.
Master Class: Read the Wilderness
Use nature's signs to orient yourself, pick your path through varied terrain, and predict the weather.
Select a Safe Route: Study the Snowpack
Hidden layers are the key to stable—or slide-ready—slopes.
Gulf Oil Spill Grows
See it on Google Earth
Call of the Wild
get it on your cell phone and help protect wildlife
Biking Directions Added to Google Maps
new directions route you out of traffic, away from big hills
Earth Day Turns 40
do you know what it's all about?
Green Scene Gear: Novara Carema Pro
a fast, stable commuter perfect for bike to work month
Free Entry to Any National Park April 17-25
who says nothing is free?
Most States Could Generate All Their Electricity With Renewables
new study shows potential of wind power and other renewables is huge
Icebreaker Gets the Plastic Out
new sock packaging gets rid of useless plastic
Green Scene Gear: Helly Hansen North Marker
a high performance three layer jacket with minimal impact
Green Scene Gear: Green Wax
all natural ski and snowbaord wax won't pollute
Fish Fall from the Sky in Australia
freak event or new hazard of global warming?
Stolen Wallet?
Here's what to do
Ben & Jerrys Embraces Fair Trade
worlds best ice cream subs in fair trade ingredients wherever they are available across flavors
Green Gear: Packit Gourmet Bamboo Mini Utensil Set
cutlery from a renewable resource
Trees on Steriods
new study shows that higher levels of CO2 in the atmosphere makes trees grow faster
Green Gear: Sierra Designs Cyclone Eco Jacket
A 100% recycled, waterproof breathable four-season shell.
GoLite Announces Take Back Program
the first outdoor industry end of life cycle recycling program that takes back everything
Green Scene Gear: Wonder Warmers
reusable hand warmers reduce waste
Telluride's Gondolas
a new take on public transportation
Green Gear: Recycled Dog Leashes and Collars
old bike tubes and climbing ropes go to the dogs
Green Scene Gear: Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket
my new favorite winter layer
Think the BPA Scare is Bogus?
scientists link BPA to heart disease
Green Gear: Nemo's Ditto Wallet
an ultralight billfold made from tent scraps
Choose Your Tortillas Wisely
Monsanto GMO corn linked to organ failure
Green Gear: Mountainsmith Zoom Recycled
it holds your point and shoot and more
Two Weeks on the Mekong
December in Laos
SPECIAL REPORT: Live from Copenhagen, III
An update from our reporter on Al Gore's speech and more
SPECIAL REPORT: Live from Copenhagen, II
A series of on-the-scene snapshots from our reporter at the global climate conference
SPECIAL REPORT: Live from Copenhagen
Snapshots from our reporter first day at the global climate conference
Green Gear: ChicoBag Messenger RePETE
ultrapackable travel tote
BPA No Longer in Your Bottle
but it still lives in the linings of your food cans
Shop, but Don't Make the Planet Drop
Climate Cooler launches shopping site and picks up the carbon tab
Green Gear: Scarpa Epic
Scarpa goes green with recycled materials and a biodegradable midsole
Green Gear: GoLite Jam Pack
a comfortable weekend/summit pack with 70% less environmental impact
Toothpaste: Not Just for Brushing
in the backcountry, toothpaste can be part of your first aid and kitchen kits
Who Do You Trust?
Is protecting the environment your top priority?
Skiing's Latest Eco-friendly Gear
The ski industry has gone green, from goggles to boots.
Wilderness Conservation Cooperation
Mexico, Canada and ths US sign on to work together to protect wilderness
Green Gear: P3 International Kill A Watt EZ
A meter that calculates how much energy your electronics use each day
Green Gear: Mountain Hardwear rEva
A laptop travel case made from backpack leftovers .
Super Scooper: GSI Outdoors Cathole Trowel
This trowel is made from pounds of abandoned polycarbonate water bottles and accessories.
Gear Spotlight: Spenco Earthbound Insoles
Spenco's first try at green is supportive and 55% recycled/renewable
The Cash-Free Economist
How one man, schooled in economics, lives off the grid and without opening his wallet.
Adirondack Voters Asked to Approve Illegal Power Line
It's already built in Forever Wild Land, but is a potentially life-saving power line worth the cost of cutting through pristine wilderness?
Don't Toss Your Tubes
Turn your retired bike tubes into usable straps.
Bioneers 2009: Earth Is Alive!
Bioneers speakers share plans to keep it that way
Dam Down
The Rogue River flows again
Get Your Hands Dirty for a Cause
volunteer time is like gold when it comes to conservation
Thinking Outside the Box
Columbia lets you follow your shipping box as it's reused.
Really? You Can Recycle that?
Some items you may have thought trash-bound are actually recyclable--and we're not talking just yogurt containers
New Standards for Cars and Trucks?
EPA and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration team up on a plan to up mpg (miles per gallon) and drop ghg (greenhouse gases)
The Boot That Keeps On Giving
Timberland Earthkeepers 2.0 boots are designed for disassembly and reuse
Compact Fluorescents
When they're spent, don't just chuck 'em
Home Front Part 4
oil out, solar in--it's not as straightforward as it should be
What a Pisser!
Pee may replace fossil fuels
Smoke and Mirrors or Extreme Fuel Efficiency?
GM announces new Chevy Volt will get 230 mpg