Trips by State

A Phoenix lawmaker decided not to pursue a measure charging some hikers for emergency rescue.

College of the Redwoods has challenged Humboldt State University's claim it has the world's tallest tree on a college campus.

A blaze near the Eastern Sierra outdoor hub burned 3.5 square miles this week, forcing residents to flee.

It's the seventh straight year for attendance growth at the state parks.

The group of migrating North Atlantic Right whales was the largest spotted in years.

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The drought will likely mean fewer Anza-Borrego spring wildflowers--and fewer visitors.

The brand argues the withdrawals for its bottled water brand have stayed within legal limits.

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The man, who sustained arm injuries, was airlifted to the mainland for treatment.

The weeklong trip will chart the Yellow and Ocmulgee Rivers.

Plymouth's Tenney Mountain is one of several New England resorts making a comeback in recent years.

The Surfrider Foundation filed suit against U.S. Steel for polluting Lake Michigan waters.

The land deal includes the acquisition of a new "makerspace" in Willsboro.

At least two others have died searching for a supposed trove of jewels and gold hidden somewhere in the West.

A mysterious wind event in January toppled more than 100 old-growth trees at Lake Quinault.

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Colorado's Inspire program creates outdoor opportunities for youth and families in 15 communities.

Scientists at Brookfield Zoo are using artificial insemination to help the species recover.

Conservationists successfully lobbied to prevent logging and brush cleanup in the 318-acre forest.

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The reservation system opens March 15.

The men sold the bigleaf maple to a local music wood supplier.

Other climbers worked with dispatchers to save a fallen man for hours.

The raptors are still rare in natural settings after DDT and egg collecting wiped them out on the East Coast.

Planners want to start building the Palisade Plunge Trail a little at a time instead of waiting for a major cash grant.

The proposed Empire State Trail would run 750 miles and connect the Big Apple to Buffalo and on to Canada.

Proposals include controlled burns, additional rainfall monitoring, and requiring more landowners to clear debris.

The 36-year-old man was hiking to the Big Chief crag at the time.

Sending an Arizona tax refund to the state parks is as easy as checking a box on your tax form.

Fees will be waived at a number of day-use sites for the holiday.

The new program will have volunteers in the Catskills and Adirondacks help new campers connect with nature.

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The city made the bold decision to preserve 22 acres of land rather than sell to developers.

A bill before state legislators now would create a new funding source to help Georgia pollinators.

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The judges upheld the city's public land trade with The Broadmoor hotel.

The county is considering allowing e-bikes on Open Space lands--and residents have strong opinions.

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She claims state agencies have damaged her job and credibility, and endangered residents, by not acknowledging the species.

Lawmakers voted to advance a bill to change the Skidaway Island waterway to Freedom Creek.

Native landscaping helped earn part of PATH400 the bird-friendly certification.

Seven others were rescued after becoming stranded on Oregon's highest peak.

For frequent riders, the bike share program goes way beyond tourism.

This winter's extremely low snowpack is affecting recreation from the Sierra to the desert.

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The San Bernardino National Forest nest has a live cam, making the chicks widespread stars.

Horsetail Fall is dry so far, making the February natural phenomenon unlikely without significant precipitation.

A land trust donated four parcels adjacent to park boundaries.

Campers can try before they buy at five parks in an effort to recruit new outdoor recreationists.

Snow totals are way down this year, but reservoirs remain stable with last year's leftover meltwater.

In Savannah, wintering goldfinches are rare while Baltimore orioles are moving in.

From prickly pear desert to verdant gorges, this hike shows off the range of the Lone Star State.

Chip Jenkins, a 31-year park service veteran, takes the helm.

Denver's new Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show event should bring money and conservation cache to town.

A new easement with Pacific Gas & Electric Company protects 857 acres in the Tahoe National Forest.

A majority of respondents in most states favor public lands policies, with a significant jump in support over two years ago.

The Strava fitness map show exactly where Chicagoans love to work out.

A jaunt down a stream is a less in what water can accomplish.

A moose and calf treated Smugglers' Notch skiers and riders to an up-close wildlife run-in this week.

Environment Day at the state legislature draws action from a variety of conservation organizations.

This weekend through April 1, the festival brings delays to Gold Canyon.

February brings early-spring blooms and migrating birds.

Near-record low snow accumulations stem from both less rain and warmer temperatures.

New highs have been set statewide this season, melting snow at ski resorts and bringing in T-shirt hiking weather.

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The little-known North Shore preserve proposes new educational programs and a rehabbed pond.

The 500-acre, drive- and walk-through zoo would be about an hour east of Atlanta.

Only 68 campers will be allowed to stay at popular Colorado spot.

This year's Lake Chocorua race will be the last after a private landowner announced the closure of part of the course.

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The system aims to reduce traffic and crowding around the natural phenomenon.

The Western Slope ski resort will only be open on weekends.

The measure would protect more than 98,000 acres in Eagle and Summit Counties.

The 11-year-old fell through the ice at Forest Park trying to help his friend escape.