Climbing a peak
Summiting a tall peak can be so rewarding. From the breathtaking views to completing both a mental and physical challenge, climbing to the top of your first mountain will be...
Tips To Help Keep Your Dog Cool As The Summer Fun Heats Up
Intense summer heat and high humidity often drives people to cool down at the beach, the lake, the pool or in the shade. If you think it’s tough for people...
Glacier hikes in the west
Where you can find snow year-round, you often can find glaciers. Created when more snow falls than melts, glaciers form when that snow turns to ice and is covered by...
Discover New Ways To Get Active Outside With Your Dog
There are lots of ways to enjoy the outdoors with your dog from trail running, camping and hiking to canicross, agility and disc. Here are some ideas to help inspire...
Ideas for an active Thanksgiving
Yes, the 5- to 7-pound holiday weight gain may be a myth (it’s actually closer to 1 pound), but no one can deny the need to get outside for fresh...
Picking apples in the fall
Fall is here and everyone’s excited to get outdoors without immediately being covered in sweat. While most outdoor recreation in the fall revolves around hiking and leaf gazing, apple picking...
Cutting down your own Christmas Tree in a National Forest
A tradition since the 16th century, decorating a Christmas tree is a time-tested custom for families celebrating the season. Our family holiday kicks off in early December when we head...
West coast ice caves
A wondrous display of nature, ice caves are natural caves formed in lava tubes or in limestone. In the West, some of these caves make their annual appearance in the...
The marvels of Moab
Whenever you hear someone mention Moab, Utah what is the first thing that comes to mind? Depending on your interests, it’s most likely Arches National Park or Jeep trail heaven....
Simple 7: Tips For Hiking In The West
Here’s seven things to know before planning a hike out west. Hydrate Our bodies are approximately 70 percent water. With a dry climate and higher elevation, the body will tend...
