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Two-thirds of the way through a monumental hiking challenge, there's still so much left to learn.

A father confronts his grief in the Adirondacks.

Environmental activists are pursuing legal steps that would allow natural entities to sue in their own defense through a human spokesperson. But maybe it’s the conversation, and not the law, that matters most.

When a normal trip turned strange, one hiker found himself transfixed by the paranormal.

Environmental activists are pursuing legal steps that would allow natural entities to sue in their own defense through a human spokesperson. But maybe it’s the conversation, and not the law, that matters most.

With Biden’s oil and gas moratorium derailed, Bears Ears is back on the chopping block. Here’s the latest.

After a two decade deadlock, now is the time to take a stand around plane and helicopter tourism.

The hiking community has long praised Earl Shaffer for being the first person to complete the iconic trail in a single push. But one man wants us to take a closer look at Shaffer’s claims.

The hiking community has long praised Earl Shaffer for being the first person to complete the iconic trail in a single push. But one man wants us to take a closer look at Shaffer’s claims.

There's nothing wrong with a leisurely hike. But when hikers sneer at people who choose to go fast, they prove that they don't get it.

Humans have unmatched power to alter natural landscapes. Let’s use it for good

Is your motivation running dry? Try one of these strategies to recharge it.

Electronics can make our hikes easier and more safe. But we may have gone too far.

Hunters and anglers say other outdoor users need to step up as the costs of conservation skyrocket

In 2015, while crewing for her husband, Scott’s, successful Appalachian Trail speed record, Jenny Jurek began healing from the grief of two traumatic miscarriages. In 2021, she returned to the trail with their two young children in tow.

Tear down the walls: Sleeping without a tent gives a true backcountry experience.

Liz and Collin Blunk already checked off the Pacific Crest Trail and the Appalachian Trail. Now they're on-route to complete their Triple Crown with this summer's hike of the Continental Divide. They share the wisdom they've won over nearly 8,000 miles together.

Plot out a long hike too much, and it starts to feel like work. But there’s a better way.

One hiker finds his limits in Mexico's Tararecua Canyon.

Without a healthy world, there's no backpacking. These 11 backpackers and advocates are fighting for a better Earth.