It’s known as “Florida’s most relaxing place”—where the Gulf of Mexico touches the sugar-white sands and turquoise waters of the Sunshine State’s
In the big cities and small towns across America, young and old alike daydream of cruising the curvaceous coast of California on
Big Sur is not so much a destination as a state of mind. The landscape and wildlife speak to the naturalist in
Winding down the mountain and through the rugged landscape of dense forest scattered with enormous rock formations, the road flattens out at
“The hills bear all manner of fantastic shapes,” Charles Bessey observed, noting that they sometimes featured open pockets of bare sand in
Nate Brown’s deep appreciation for the Pacific Northwest stems from a four-day road trip across the Olympic Peninsula in 2013, during which
Growing up in Minnesota, outdoor activities never ended despite the cold winters. We just had to adapt to the weather and changing
A lot of planning and preparation goes into any backpacking trip, and plenty of thought should be put into your food beyond
One big issue that beginner all-season hikers struggle with during the fall and winter hiking seasons is how to dress appropriately.
There is a lot to learn when you start to get into outdoor recreation like camping and backpacking. No matter the type
Nature has always been at the forefront of photographer Colin Tyler Bogucki’s life. Growing up, he and his family lived in Outing—a
On the American side, Niagara Falls brings in about 9 million visitors each year, according to Western New York Connect. With more
Despite being a lifelong equestrian, I was greatly challenged by an early July horseback excursion into the Teton wilderness of Wyoming. Due
Backpacking can seem like a daunting undertaking if you’ve never done it before. So, I almost always recommend a short overnight trek
The Montana mountain air was cool and fresh, and as I breathed it in, something inside of me awakened: evasive like magic
Shenandoah National Park is Virginia’s crown jewel. Scenic overlooks, forested mountains, and open valleys are interspersed throughout 197,411 acres along the Blue
One of the best kept secrets among the national parks, Voyageurs National Park in northern Minnesota offers adventures throughout the year.
Arizona has two hidden features many travelers may not know about: the surprising abundance of waterways and the Apache Trail. Experience both
“I love trees,” said the forester. His name is Cliff Foster, and I believe him. But how does that square with the
One of Virginia’s most amazing architectural treasures wasn’t formed by the hand of man at all, and it’s listed in the National
Roland Welker is as tough as they come. He’s a bushman, fur trapper, big game guide, logger, and survivalist who spends months
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