Adrian Ballinger Talks About How Expedition Travel Has Changed—and Changed the World
The Alpenglow Expeditions founder shares archival photos and stories of facing death on Everest, basecamp snacks, and the evolution of alpine guiding
Life Lessons and Film Photos From Adventure Biking in Morocco
Over the Atlas Mountains and through the Sahara desert, 125 miles in the saddle and an exploration of the Berber approach of finding harmony in nature
Behind the Scenes of Ben Weiland's New Surf Film, Made in Alaska's Aleutian Islands
Q&A: Director Ben Weiland and photographer Nick Foster discuss creativity, cameras, surf, and their new film "The Search for Volcano Island"
In Search of Elk Steaks and Surf Breaks with Chef Brad Leone
A conversation with the culinary outdoorsman on getting started flipping burgers at a ski resort, tips for cooking outside, reincarnation, and more
Q&A: Everything It Took to Climb & Ski Pakistan's Great Trango Tower
A conversation with Christina Lustenberger, Jim Morrison, and Chantel Astorga on what it took to climb and ski the 20,623-foot tall Great Trango Tower
An Ode to All the Good Dogs
Adventure photographer Andy Cochrane remembers a beloved companion with a touching eulogy sure to strike a cord with all dog lovers
Learning to Trust the Current on an 12,000 Mile Journey Around the Americas
Braving 70 knot winds, 20 foot swell, Chilean rachas, and mental boundaries to reach the tip of South America and the dreaded Drakes Passage
Live Out Your Man Vs Wild Fantasies with These Essential Survival Knives
In a true wilderness emergency, a strong, sharp, reliable blade can be your ticket to fire, shelter, and survival—they're also fun for regular camping
How Biking from Brooklyn to Boston Helped Me Find Joy Through Pain
Reflecting on a 290-mile impromptu bikepacking trip where themes discomfort, kindness, and acceptance prevailed (alongside good food)
An Off-Grid Field Test with Amundsen, Deep in the Rugged Maine Backcountry
Exploring the North Woods by float plane, canoe and on foot to discover the Norwegian spirit of friluftsliv and turn a weekend in nature into eternity
This New Hotel in Moab Sets the Stage for a Unique Stay in the Desert
From the minds of AutoCamp, the new basecamp near Arches & Canyonlands National Park offers guided tours, gear rentals, and Vanlife parking
The 10 Best Sunglasses for Hiking, Biking, Traveling & More
With removable side clips, vintage-inspired frames, and more, these shades have what you need for any adventure
A Local's Guide to Quincy Quarries, Boston's Iconic Urban Climbing Destination
All you need to know about the 200-year-old granite mine that became an unexpected haven for both Northeast climbers and graffiti writers
Go Further and Stay Longer With New Airstream x REI Basecamp 20X Travel Trailer
Building on the 2022 Basecamp collab, the updated design is bigger and more sustainable, featuring solar charging and a water-saving composting toilet
How One Great Inventor Changed the World With a Geodesic Camping Tent
Utopian architecture to camping equipment, here's how Bucky Fuller's greatest design changed the world—and how you can build a dome of your own today
The New Suunto Vertical GPS Watch Will Keep All Your Adventures on Track
With comprehensive maps and an improved battery life, plus a suite of user-friendly features, the Vertical can go anywhere
The Best Waterproof Blankets for More Comfortable Outdoorsing
Packable and durable waterproof blankets, throws, and ground clothes for beach hangs, picnics, and beyond
City of Summits: A 7-Trail Introduction to Hiking in Los Angeles
If you’re looking to trade pavement for dirt under your feet, there are plenty of options in and around the City of Angels—here's our top picks
The 13 Best Design-Driven Adventure Travel Pants for Any Trip
The best breeches for everything from a hut-to-hut mountain adventure to a multi-day foreign city food tour
This New Gravel Bike Has a Weird & Wonderful Feature for Better Bike Adventures
The biggest brand in bikes gives its flagship gravel steed a first-of-its-kind rear shock for smoother riding farther from the beaten path
The 7 Best Duffel Bags for Adventure Travel Far and Near
Our top picks for rugged and stylish travel bags that can handle any adventure, be it a week in Patagonia or a weekend upstate
Patagonia Might Have Just Made Its Best Travel Bag Yet
The outdoor brand expands its Black Hole line to include new designs and industry-first recycled materials that make its bags even more sustainable
Exploring the Muskwa-Kechika, a Remote & Beautiful Part of the Canadian Rockies
The unique Management Area offers an example of how conservation, industry, and government can work together, but its future isn't guaranteed
Photo Essay: Exploring New Zealand's South Island by Camper Van
After living near Auckland for seven years, one professional expat photographer dedicates a final summer to seeking out adventure on the South Island