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A TikTok creator's unorthodox videos have racked up millions of views in the name of public land conservation.
New data explores the complex links between your apps, mental fatigue, and athletic performance.
Doctors and registered dieticians share their best tips to avoid falling for bad wellness advice on social media
He climbs trees, runs barefoot, and covers himself in mud for his 1 million followers. Here's what we can learn about movement and play from Victor Manuel Fleites Escobar.
As the TikTok ban looms, creators who built inclusive communities around outdoor activities face an uncertain future. The platform’s unique ability to inspire real-world adventures and amplify diverse voices may disappear overnight, leaving creators and enthusiasts searching for alternatives.
Alex Kaufman, a suburban dad in Denver, descends slopes with barely any snow, using discontinued plastic skis. This method, he says, is far more fun than a day at the resort, so we accompanied him on an outing.
Emojis are silly. But sometimes something silly gets lodged in your brain and you can’t stop thinking about it. Recently, reporter Meg Duff noticed that her phone was mis-classifying a handful of animal emojis, and an internet rabbit hole turned into a headphones smiley face.
New booking sites are connecting travel influencers with their followers to take trips all over the world. But should you go? I headed to Yosemite with an influencer and her fangirls to find out.
Brendan Leonard, the author and illustrator behind the beloved Semi-Rad blog, explains his process
But popularity online could also be the ticket to better funding for parks with lower engagement
Meet the famous Alaskan husky—and Iditarod finisher—who got miffed at a musher and chomped her truck’s brake lines. (Allegedly. Because a lot of people think this pup is innocent.)
When Marty Moose strolled into Santa Fe looking for a mate, he became a viral sensation in New Mexico. But that did nothing to help his search for love—and it created big issues for wildlife managers.
Historically, climbers cut their teeth with the help of guides or mentors. Now a new climber can follow, scroll, and like their way toward proficiency. Or can they?
In the form of a handy little email, or a push notification, anything to remind me that I’m not heading too quickly toward the afterlife just yet
We have finally discovered the secret to the elusive, perfect cup of joe
The rise of social media has created a new breed of influencers who tackle the world's longest trails with their audiences in tow. But success isn't guaranteed on a thru-hike—and bailing with thousands of eyes on you is more complicated than it looks.
A delightfully low-budget documentary about the Seven Summits (of a Montana neighborhood)
An elaborate scheme targeted toy giant Mattel and the plastics industry by capitalizing on our big pink moment
This viral social media movement focuses on consistency over intensity, and it might help you recommit to a running routine
The lesbian lumberjack of the internet started chopping wood on TikTok as a joke. But in the process she became the role model her younger self had always wanted.
From growing plants from seeds, to repurposing food scraps, to turning trash into all-natural cleaners and beauty products, TikTok phenom Creative_explained will inspire you to waste less and save money
In honor of Juneteenth, we’d like to shout out some of the most impressive and impactful leaders of color working to make the outdoors more inclusive for all
When fitness influencer William Goodge ran across the country to raise money for charity, his feat received unprecedented scrutiny from hardcore running fans
As a high-school student, she signed up for an ambitious adventure—and learned the hard way to be upfront about what doesn’t know
Whether they’re for yourself or for someone else, here are some tips for taking NSFW photos in nature
Meet YouTube’s quiet superstar: Martijn Doolaard, a semi-hermit Dutchman who has turned the slow, steady process of Alpine-cabin restoration into a masterpiece of performance art
Like all intense hobbyists, hikers start Instagram pages just for their adventures. Why not integrate it into the rest of your life already?
Since Linden began her career, there’s been a dramatic shift in how professional runners promote and present themselves to the world. We caught up with her about her new podcast, the expansion of running media, and how she decides whether to fire off a spicy tweet.
By enforcing stringent rules on the video footage creators can use from their events, USA Track and Field might be undermining its own mission
Usually, I ignore Instagram’s advertisements—but it’s getting harder and harder to. So I decided to put the app’s algorithm to the test.
The shredders, climbers, policy-makers, barrier breakers, and scientists who forever changed the way we view the world
Between fan engagement and professional-athlete interaction, the beleaguered social network still offers plenty of upsides for a niche sport
Swimming over dead bodies, haunted shipwrecks, and a mysterious floating stump
Depending on your sleep habits, waking up early in the name of productivity may not be beneficial for your physical or mental health
TikTok is brimming with people who swear by the sound frequency for improved concentration and a sense of calm. We spoke to sleep and psychology experts to find out what the science says about the brown-noise trend.
Where did the brand known for its huge, cushy soles come from—and how did they get on the feet of Britney Spears?
Last summer, Tiffany Thiele, a young rock climber from Reno, Nevada, took her life after posting a Facebook message claiming she’d been raped by a ski patroller. She left behind an unsolvable mystery about what really happened, along with urgent questions about whether more could have been done to heal her feelings of pain and distrust.
Something surprising is happening on the video app best known for silly dance moves: users are finding inspiration for adventure
Joey Santore’s YouTube channel, Crime Pays but Botany Doesn’t, crosses citizen science with vigilante environmentalism
The world of fitness is always changing—for better and for worse. Here, we’ve focused on the bright side, spotlighting five faces in the health and wellness scene that are pushing for inclusivity, justice, and kindness, toppling old conventions to make their own.
38 quotes that we interpret for our own needs
It’s been another challenging year, but some people thrive on adversity. Here are the athletes, activists, tree planters, chefs, filmmakers, and other disrupters who changed our world for the better in 2021. Plus: Meet Carissa Moore, surfing’s first female olympic gold medalist.
Join us in reading Heather Hansman’s ‘Powder Days’
Actually, we can’t get everything we need from nature
Why do I feel so, I don’t know, not that great after I spend a few minutes scrolling through social media?
From adventurous sled dogs to aging golden retrievers, online canines make millions of people feel good about their day
The host of CNN’s ‘United Shades of America’ on what we learn when we engage with communities very different than our own
W. Kamau Bell, the host of ‘United Shades of America,’ sits down with fellow comedian and activist Baratunde Thurston for a lively conversation on what we learn about this country when we engage with communities very different than our own
The IFSC had to apologize—twice—for broadcasting sexualized footage of climber Johanna Farber. The time for women athletes to be portrayed with respect is long overdue.
A few years ago, I was a vocal proponent of the outdoor industry incorporating Indigenous land acknowledgments as standard business practice. As it’s become more common, my perspective has evolved.
For New Generation Track and Field, established media companies are too stuck in their ways
When you carry the whole world in your pocket, aid can arrive from the most unexpected places
A long-distance rambler named Bearsun is walking from L.A. to New York, dressed like a very large Pokémon. This is his story.
It takes patience and some trial and error to make new trail buddies
Quick fixes and one-size-fits-all solutions abound in the world of wellness influencers. Here’s why you should avoid them.
Hiking remains a rare modern opportunity to be stunned by the unknown. Don’t spoil it by obsessing over a bunch of YouTube videos.
By valuing relatability over action shots, TikTok may be ushering in a new era of outdoor creators and celebrities
The former Harvard rower is making the most of a six-month sabbatical from his new job at Zwift
Cecilia Blomdahl’s viral videos are a window into an unfamiliar world full of polar bears, reindeer, and adventures on snowmobiles. But they also offer suprisingly resonant insights for those of us who’ve just spent a year in quarantine.
Teenage diver Sebastian Morris and his dad were hunting for treasure in the Gulf of Mexico when they found a below-the-knee prosthetic. How do you lose that in the ocean? Amazingly, they solved the mystery.
Facebook is developing a new app for children, and advocates think it’s a terrible idea
The past year has been relentless in so many ways. But despite the challenges, there’s also a lot of good news out there to get you excited about the months ahead.
What to do when a significant other, or a friend, doesn't respect your decisions
After more than a year of pandemic living, let us remember why it’s worth getting out there
Watching strangers get their spines adjusted on Chirogram is my pandemic catharsis
A recent incident involving a renowned wildlife photographer allegedly baiting foxes at Grand Teton sheds light on a larger issue
Three things you should, and two things you should not emulate from your favorite professional runner’s social feed.
Race performance still matters more than social media. For now.
And things got rocky fast. Our correspondent talks to Jennifer Miller about Colorado, misconceptions, and a mysterious type of footwear called “hiking sandals.”
TikTok star Alexis Nikole Nelson says you don't have to live near the woods to gather your own meal. Here's how to get started.
Because it's make-a-year-end-list season
In the spell of a week, a mysterious monolith appeared in the Utah desert and was subsequently removed by some slackline bros. The saga has raised more questions than answers.
The majority of my favorite days have been on trails that wouldn't make anyone's list
An urban food writer chases deer in the backcountry with two of Instagram’s female hunting stars—and comes home transformed
A new school of social-media influencers are giving hunting a fresh and decidedly female face. Our writer joins two rising stars of “huntstagram” in the Arizona backcountry to chase mule deer for her first time—and see if she can stomach what it takes to be an omnivore.