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The Omnibus Public Lands Bill (HR 146) put the importance of wilderness conservation to the forefront of political chatter. Despite the positive provisions, the inclusion of Izembek land transfer proves that no victory comes without a price.

The Bureau of Land Management prepares to jail college protester while shooting themselves in the foot.

BACKPACKER mappers log the Walls of Jericho in Tennessee, Three Fingered Jack in Oregon and the Ano Nuevo State Natural Reserve in California. Download and go now!

BACKPACKER Twitter followers chime in with their goofy tales of hiking misfortune—what's yours?

Park Service intends to eliminate massive carbon footprint affecting their own lands

Viesturs, Hahn, Whittaker, and the First Ascent teams down meal after meal while on the way to Everest Base Camp

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Learn to whip up these chewy, chocolatey--and cheap!--homemade Milk Duds

To help bolster falling revenue and a stalled economy, National Park Service plans to sell portions of America's first national park

Government loophole leads to organic certification for vinyl and some PVC

The natural foods grocery store adds new products, foods, and stores in today's April 1 rollout.

Suing over a flying squirrel? No April fools jokes here--the Bush decision to remove flying squirrel from endangered list causes controversy

From the Grand Canyon to Hawaii, it's never been cheaper to hit that trail you've been lusting over

The team gets their first glimpse of Everest as they march to their next staging area, Syangboche

Brief thoughts on seesaw meteorology and two instructive accidents

A bumpy plane ride takes our climbers to Lukla Airport—stage two for any Everest climb

Paperwork, daunting logistics, and jet lag confront our adventurers as they begin their journey to the top of the world

After years of inaction, the Interior Department revisits plans to designate more World Heritage sites at home

Northwestern loggers look for work in forest conservation and alternative energy

British North Pole expedition finds their way using sexy underwear instead of GPS or compasses

Here's a hint–the biggest tree in the world wins

Recycle your old cell phones; consider Motorola's carbon neutral Renew

Omnibus Pulic Lands Management Act passed by congress

Farmers are tracking their Holsteins, parents are Lojacking their kids, and geocaching escapes the basement. Let us count the ways GPS has infiltrated the world.

Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter shares her favorite freezer bag meal

In our current economic crisis, more families are ditching the hotel room and learning how to pitch a tent—so make your outdoor reservations now

New York deploys environmental police—what you gonna do when they come for you?

After the president's expected signature, over 2 million acres will get the highest federal protection possible

The Smokies get a little less wild, and we pass along astro-geek goodness

In a survival situation, what comes out on top—Apple's must-have gadget or a caveman's tried-and-true tool?

Uphill and downhill hiking provides different benefits for the body and the mind

Mount Redoubt erupts five times, rains ash, cancels Anchorage flights

Same individual appears in Sierra Forest one year after discovery

Mountain Hardwear sponsors program to get underprivileged kids outside—here's how you can help

Thanks to these cutting-edge wilderness techniques, our jobs are in serious danger

In which our three international amigos go for the classic Alaska experience. The final installment of a three-part E-Novella.

House votes later this week to officially declare the Pacific Northwest Trail a National Scenic Trail

Colorado cops arrest crooks who target hikers' empty cars

Felines from kitties to cougars keep appearing in my life. Something's up.

Climbing author totals the bill for your average quest to conquer the highest points on all continents

The first lady starts work on White House organic garden today

Federal judge blocks controversial Bush-era rule allowing concealed firearms in national parks

This Thursday's Round-up brings a trio of instructional accidents, serious tech anticipation, and black bears with mojo

Climate change and vanishing glaciers force Italy and Switzerland to redraw their borders

We're finalists in General Excellence, General Excellence Online, Personal Service Online, and Best Essay, for Tracy Ross's "The Source of All Things"

It's not just good for you, but now has tax benefits

Haze over the Texas national park will take 146 years to clear

Lower 48 wolf populations reach record highs in the Rockies, but population growth is leveling off. Meanwhile, the park service battles the state of Alaska over aerial hunting.

BACKPACKER introduces Hike Finder for Your Mobile Phone

Colorado senator introduces controversial bill that would allow summer recreation on national forests leased by ski resorts

Green parks, green living, and green beer—what will you do to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

On this fine St. Patrick's Day, Associate Editor Shannon Davis explains why whiskey is the perfect backpacking drink.

In the spirit of backcountry adventure, Backpacker magazine announces the 9th annual Get Out More Tour presented by WOOLRICH®-an interactive mobile media and education tour-designed to inspire readers and encourage participation in active outdoor pursuits.

Rocket scientists take on the malaria-carriers with ultimate game of laser tag

The "Ultimate Adventure Handbook," international edition, just went digital.

Plan on hitting the trails at night? Check out these tips.

Clothing and gear makers reduce, reuse, recycle, and rethink their businesses.

British man uses Twitter to hike across the U.S.--could "twitchpacking" be next?

Forest Service gets millions from stimulus package

Pop singer hopes to climb to Africa's roof to raise awareness for that continent's water shortage

Congress votes down massive Omnibus Public Land Management Act, which would've preserved 2 million acres as wilderness

A crevasse fall, multi-victim avalanches, and crazy waterfall one-upsmanship

New trailside snacks: Eating bugs isn't just for Bear Grylls

All-in-one Vessel combines jacket, backpack, and tent into one package

Elevate standard grocery-store fare to the next level with this recipe

Environmentalists and scientists say a proposed cement plant may add a milky haze to the Grand Canyon's priceless views

'Get Fit' Ad Campaigns Makes People Eat More

In one New Zealand forest horses, bikers, and hikers all have separate trails.

The best part of waking up is hurling yourself off a cliff

Check out Katie Herrel's author page.

Adventure filmmaker Michael Brown drops us a line from Iceland to talk avalanches, glaciers, and paying dues in the film business (which share quite a few similarities).

a bad economy sprouts new gardners

Buy new shoes, and La Sportiva will donate $1 per pair

Adventurers salivate as state moves closer to allowing full-strength beer in restaurants and bars

Cruise and Homes to take daughter on "normal" family camping vacation

Recession forces states to cut park funding, but stimulus bill could keep some open—for now

Obama's Interior Department backs up controversial Bush administration-era decision

Group of athletes lacking limbs gather to climb for Gimps on Ice

Heading out to Maine for that mid-winter cross country ski trip? Might want to pack a hard hat.

The Supreme Court rules against environmental groups seeking to stop deforestation projects