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The (Many) Benefits of Running
Last updated on December 17th, 2021 We’ve heard it a thousand times, so we all know that exercise is good for us. Running, for example, keeps us nimble, burns calories and helps us feel good. But what kind of hard scientific data backs this up? How exactly does running benefit our physical and psychological well-being? […]
Nepal May Move Everest Base Camp Off the Khumbu Glacier
Mount Everest’s Base Camp, in Nepal, may have a new location in the coming years. Last week, officials with Nepal’s tourism department told the BBC that they plan to relocate the primary camp used by climbers on the world’s highest mountain. Currently, Base Camp sits on the Khumbu Glacier at approximately 18,000 feet elevation, but crews […]
How to Flip the Script to Take Control of Stressful Situations
It was the night before the NCAA regional cross-country championships, and the team I coach was about to face off against the best runners in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana. The women’s team came in with its best ranking in over a decade, led by a strong trio of runners who were on the cusp of achieving […]
How to Avoid Crowds in the 10 Most Popular National Parks
National parks broke dozens of attendance records last year, making this summer a challenging time to visit any of the sites on the top-ten list. Add to that the strict reservation systems implemented by many, and planning ahead is more crucial than ever. The National Park Services’ official stance on the matter is simple: explore […]
The Nevada Vacation You Didn’t Know You Needed
Many people are surprised to learn Nevada holds some pretty wild superlatives: the state is home to some of the oldest living organisms on Earth, is more mountainous than any other state in the Lower 48, lays claim to the darkest skies in the contiguous U.S., and is second only to Alaska in the percentage […]
5 Summer Recipes Perfect for Outdoor Cooking
Whether you’re looking for your next camping meal, a dish to impress guests, or a grill-able side to round out dinner, we’ve got you covered with these five recipes to make while out in the open air. 1. Dutch-Oven Sausage, Peppers, and Onions Serves 4 Ingredients 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 8 sweet Italian sausage […]
I Reported on Avalanches for 15 Years. Then I Triggered a Huge One.
When I saw the numbers on my screen, I winced. The wind had picked up. It was 6 o’clock in the morning on Tuesday, April 26, perhaps the last powder day of the season where I live in Breckenridge, Colorado. I was about to leave my home to meet a friend, professional photographer Liam Doran, […]
What’s the Deal with People Blasting Their Speakers in the Backcountry?
Dear Sundog: I was backpacking some 12 miles from pavement when I came upon a pair of hikers blasting music from tiny speakers in their packs. Isn’t this illegal? Am I within my rights to tell them to turn it off? —Wilderness Audio Prohibition Dear WAP: Back in the day, the problem of doofs rocking […]
Who to Watch at the 2022 U.S. Track and Field Outdoor Championships
The 2022 World Athletics Championships, the world championships of track and field, will be held on U.S. soil for the first time from July 15 to 24 at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. It will be a historic opportunity for U.S. athletes, but qualifying for the event will be no small task. To make the […]
Why I’ve Given Up on Lottery-Based Outdoor Permits
Hiking isn’t just a hobby—it’s a lifestyle. Maggie Slepian tackles the hiking life—and all of the joys, problems, arguments, and weird quirks that go along with it—in her column. I have attempted exactly one lottery-based backpacking permit in my entire life. It was for the Pacific Crest Trail in 2020. I was an anxious wreck leading up […]
How to Visit Yellowstone After the Flood
On June 12, Yellowstone National Park and nearby communities in southwest Montana experienced historic flooding, wiping out key infrastructure and forcing all visitors to evacuate. This week, the National Park Service announced $50 million in emergency funding that will enable 80 percent of the park to reopen sooner than anyone anticipated. Here’s what to expect […]