When it comes to outdoor gear, everyone has a favorite. Whether it’s the unassuming loyal parts (like that trusty titanium spork) or big-ticket items (like that well-worn pack, but which can boast thousands of trail miles and dust from no less than six continents stitched in its seams). Here, we’re polling a few folks from…
Big ideas take big vision—and sometimes big mountains, too. Since 1989, Big City Mountaineers has envisioned a world where young people from all walks of life have access to, and enthusiasm for, the great outdoors. Their mission is to make this vision a reality—to provide free, fully-outfitted, and professionally-led backcountry trips for youth from disinvested…
Blueberry Crisp This recipe shines during foraging season, but you can use freeze-dried blueberries to enjoy it year-round. Makes 2 servings 1 Tbsp. melted butter 1 Tbsp. sugar ½ tsp. cinnamon ½ cup oats 1 cup blueberries (fresh or freeze-dried) 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 1 tsp. flour Pinch salt ¼ cup water At home: Preheat…
We were coming down the final stretch of a grueling two-day backpacking trip, debating whether we should knock off early. It was a situation I’ve been in before—weighing the effort to summit one last peak against tired legs, blistered feet, and a shorter route back to the trailhead. Only this time, it wasn’t a mountain…
Here is why we say skip the water bottle and opt for the most efficient, easily-packable and effortlessly-lightweight vessel to carry your water.
For those of us who love getting out and exploring, road trips are the key to just that. Whether you’re itching for a cross-country getaway or a quick drive up the coast, we’ve got 10 tips for creating an unforgettable adventure this summer. 1) Find Your Own Way Walk (and road trip) to the beat…
When it comes to having a thirst for adventure, the only real way to quench it is—well—with water! Be it ocean or lake, whitewater creek or languid river, sometimes there’s nothing more rewarding than getting your feet wet with good-old-fashioned water-based recreation. Thankfully, this country is positively swimming with world-class water adventures. From hidden beach…
“Difficulties are meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict.” “Climbing for a Dream-7 Summits” has been my personal project and journey since 2017 in where I have been in pursuit of becoming the 1st Female, Latina & Professional Boxer from Queens, New York City to successfully summit the…
When you hear about an island vacation, most people immediately think of the tropics. It’s a trip that’s all about relaxation—lying on the beach, sipping drinks by the pool, and riding the warm ocean waves…right? Well there is a different kind of island vacation that offers up a whole different type of fun and adventure….
For the month of June, we asked our community to share their tips, recommendations, and stories in our #maketimetoexplore campaign.