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NOW PLAYING: "The Alpine Amusement Park"Watch now (28 min) | Popular hiking destinations are looking more like theme park attractions than trails. Here's how we both conserve and preserve access to the outdoors, without putting up turnstiles:

Nov 3, 2022

The reason behind a long absence, and the future of this publication.

Mar 9

New data shows overcrowding impacts a tiny percentage of park space — but broad restrictions cut access to all of it. The big takeaways for National Parks, and their visitors:

Jan 19

Some wise words from my high school math teacher help me break through a plateau; and I think they'll help you out as well.

Feb 2

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Each trip around the Sun takes us a bit further away from the people we used to be. Dwell on this fact for too long, and doubt may start to creep in.

Jan 12

What to do when your family's wholesome holiday routine gets out of control, and takes over your life:

Dec 29, 2022

A recent hike left me with a lot of pictures, but hardly anything to say. Here's how photography has started to reshape our outdoor experiences for the…

Dec 22, 2022

Today I'm sharing one of the few times when I actually thought I might perish on an adventure. Grab a warm drink to cozy up with for this one:

Dec 15, 2022

Podcast #20: Three Causes Championing the Outdoors for Colorado Gives Day Listen now (73 min) | Trail Talk has always been about shining a light on those working to improve our outdoor spaces. Here's what some of those groups…

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Dec 3, 2022

New equipment is extremely expensive. But if you know where to look, you can get amazing deals on barely-used boards. Here's how:

Dec 1, 2022

Riders will have additional choices on where to go, thanks to a recent snowstorm. Here's a look at the opening dates and conditions:

Nov 30, 2022

Part 1: The Devil We Know Stay on the Trail! Despite my best effort to secure my camera gear in the trunk, the bumpy ride up Steven’s Gulch managed to…

Nov 26, 2022

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This publication for adventurers features stories, news, and interviews about climbing, mountaineering, and the outdoors.

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