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Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
12 hours ago

This Western State Is a Nature Lover's Paradise in Its Little-known Shoulder Seasons-How to Make the Most of Your Visit

Montana's shoulder seasons offer fewer crowds, stunning landscapes, and better accommodation availability, making it an ideal time to visit.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Socialising, work, exercise: what makes a good day and is there a formula' for making it better?

Socializing for 30 minutes to two hours correlates with people reporting a good day, while excessive housework or TV does not.
East Bay food
fromTravel + Leisure
19 hours ago

This Small Ozark Town Is the Midwest's Best Outdoor Destination-With Natural Waterslides, Waterfalls, and Tons of Charm

Arcadia Valley offers outdoor activities, rich history, and a small-town atmosphere, making it a popular getaway destination.
#national-parks
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

10 Lesser-visited National Park Sites to Go to This Summer for All the Beauty and None of the Crowds

National park visitation is increasing, with Great Smoky Mountains National Park leading in visits, while less-visited parks offer quieter outdoor experiences.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

I've been to all 63 major US national parks. These 9 feel like stepping onto another planet.

Death Valley National Park and other unique national parks offer landscapes that feel otherworldly, showcasing diverse and stunning natural beauty.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

10 Lesser-visited National Park Sites to Go to This Summer for All the Beauty and None of the Crowds

National park visitation is increasing, with Great Smoky Mountains National Park leading in visits, while less-visited parks offer quieter outdoor experiences.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

I've been to all 63 major US national parks. These 9 feel like stepping onto another planet.

Death Valley National Park and other unique national parks offer landscapes that feel otherworldly, showcasing diverse and stunning natural beauty.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Nature Is a Prescription for Connectedness

Connectedness to nature significantly enhances psychological health, while increased digital exposure negatively impacts our relationship with the natural world.
#wellness
Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

She Was a Broke Backpacker Surviving On Oranges - Now She Runs a Wellness Empire. Here's How.

Kimberly Snyder achieved wellness empire success by following her intuition and transitioning from celebrity clients to helping everyday people.
Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

She Was a Broke Backpacker Surviving On Oranges - Now She Runs a Wellness Empire. Here's How.

Kimberly Snyder achieved wellness empire success by following her intuition and transitioning from celebrity clients to helping everyday people.
#sustainability
Environment
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
Coffee
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

Products of the Week: Golf Sets, Fuzzy Hikers and Bose Speakers

New spring gear includes coffee vodka, golf sets, portable fans, and peach speakers to enhance warmer months.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This Costa Rica Region Is Home to a Rare Cloud Forest and Extraordinary Wildlife-Here's How to Plan Your Visit

"Monteverde has one of the few cloud forests left in the world, as they are one of the first forests to disappear due to global warming," said Rodrigo Valverde, co-founder of Sky Adventures. "It [contains] 2.5 percent of all the world's biodiversity, which makes it one of the few places in the world where you can see the most exuberant flora and fauna."
Madrid food
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

I've Camped on 4 Continents-These Are the 12 Outdoor Essentials I Never Camp Without in the Spring, From $8

One of the most indispensable items for spring tent camping is a rain fly. Your tent probably comes with one, but when that thing gets absolutely drenched, the water will soak through and drip from the ceiling. So, install this tarp above your tent and at an angle, so the rain rolls right off it.
Pets
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Benefit for Ride 4a Reason (Outdoor Yoga)

Join Rachel for an immersive, all-levels outdoor flow using Silent Disco headphones near the Lake Merritt Pergola. Kids are welcome to participate, too!
East Bay (California)
Philosophy
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

I'm worried there's too much of me,' says a birch: inside the interspecies council giving nature a voice

Interspecies councils expand governance representation to include non-human voices, promoting a shift in consciousness about our relations with nature.
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

Things are Wonderfully Weird on the New OPEN U.P. 2.0 Adventure Bike

Open's new bike is designed to be both aerodynamic and suitable for loaded bikepacking, achieving a balance between speed and carrying capacity across varied terrains.
Bicycling
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I burned out at my VC job, so I opened a Pilates studio. I work more now but it feels good to not have to say 'yes.'

I was not getting enough sleep. I was not eating full meals. And I was putting more stress on myself than was even necessary. I felt like if I continued to treat my body this way, there would be some repercussions.
Startup companies
London
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

Why have more wild cows been released in south London?

Three Sussex cows were released into Tolworth Court Farm Fields as part of a rewilding project to restore natural habitats in southwest London.
Chicago Bears
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Increase in bear encounters prompts new requirements for White Mountains visitors

Overnight visitors to the Pemigewasset Wilderness must use bear canisters starting May 1 due to increased bear encounters.
Digital life
fromRoughMaps
3 days ago

Why Digital Nomads Are Wearing Out Their Welcome - RoughMaps

Remote workers have significantly impacted local housing markets, leading to increased rents and displacement in cities like Lisbon and Mexico City.
Running
fromWIRED
4 days ago

I Tested 43 Pairs of Lightweight Hiking Boots on Miles and Miles of Hardpack, Gravel, and Hills

Lightweight hiking boots under 2 pounds offer support, grip, and protection without the bulk of traditional boots.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

My Husband Is Turning a Common Spring Annoyance Into a Lesson in Brutality for Our Kids

Teaching compassion to children is essential, even when dealing with pests in gardening.
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

2026 Green Business Expo + Earth Day Festival (Yerba Buena Gardens)

Join the San Francisco Environment Department, in partnership with the Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy and Climatebase, for a day of sustainability, community, and action at the official kickoff event for SF Climate Week.
San Francisco
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

9 Pieces of Hiking Gear That Are 'Out' for Spring-Plus the Genius Items to Use Instead, From $15

Hiking gear trends for 2026 include lightweight sandals replacing clunky boots and practical upgrades for comfort and performance.
Social media marketing
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Should travel content creators be promoting Afghanistan?

Travel influencers create sensational content about unconventional destinations, often ignoring safety warnings and presenting a skewed view of places like Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

After a disappointing college experience, I was determined to make postgrad life better. Now I'm thriving.

Social anxiety and depression had other plans, leaving me in an ugly cycle of self-isolation and rumination. Terrified of rejection, I'd meet someone interesting during one of my English lectures and invite them out for frozen yogurt in my head.
Higher education
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

What Meditation Retreats Really Do to Your Mind and Body

Unemployed adults participated in a three-day retreat focusing on mindfulness meditation versus guided relaxation to assess stress management effects.
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

Your Next Tropical Vacation Could Be Mosquito-Free. Here's How

"It's not exactly a dream vacation to come and be harassed by mosquitoes," says Hervé Bossin, director of the medical entomology laboratory at Tahiti's Institut Louis Malardé.
Public health
Paris food
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Parc de la Villette Opens New Urban Farm and Rewilded Landscapes in Paris

Parc de la Villette is transforming with an urban farm and restored biodiversity to adapt to climate change.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Rucking. Here's How.

Rucking is an ancient fitness practice that builds endurance and strength while promoting proper posture and combating sedentary lifestyles.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
19 hours ago

One of Canada's Least-visited National Parks Is a Stunning Alternative For Banff-With Fjords, Coastal Paths, and Lush Forests

Gros Morne National Park offers stunning landscapes and fewer crowds compared to Banff, making it a hidden gem in Canada.
Online marketing
fromFingerlakes1.com
1 week ago

How Outdoor Travel Businesses Can Curate More Business | Fingerlakes1.com

Outdoor adventure is increasingly popular, and businesses can connect with customers through effective online marketing strategies.
East Bay food
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

This educator is turning Instagram into a classroom about Oakland's ecosystems

Saumitra Kelkar is dedicated to restoring native flora and educating others about local ecology in the Bay Area.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
3 days ago

The West Lost Its Spring: A Broken Winter Disrupts Resorts, Athletes, and Mountain Life - SnowBrains

Spring-like conditions in winter led to low snowpack and early resort closures, impacting athletes and local economies across the West.
Running
fromiRunFar
4 days ago

It's Not the Gear: 9 Running Gear Rules from iRunFar's Gear Editor

Finding the right gear is more important than acquiring new gear.
Mindfulness
fromWIRED
5 days ago

My Blissful, Unbothered Life as a 'Do Not Disturb' Maximalist

Ignoring push notifications through Do Not Disturb mode can enhance life quality by reducing distractions and setting boundaries.
fromTravel + Leisure
21 hours ago

10 Best Trips to Take in Your 50s, According to Travel Experts

"I truly believe travel in your 50s shifts in a meaningful way. It's often a decade of clarity-people are more intentional about how they spend their time, more focused on depth over volume, and increasingly interested in experiences that feel purposeful."
Travel
Environment
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

How Nature-Driven Innovation Can Give Your Business an Edge

Biomimicry offers innovative solutions to business challenges by emulating nature's strategies, yet it remains underutilized in corporate practices.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The unlikely appeal of barefoot hiking: It makes you feel quite primal'

Barefoot hiking is embraced in South Korea for its health benefits, while in Australia, it remains a personal adventure for enthusiasts.
Design
fromDesign Milk
2 weeks ago

This Camping Gear Conjures Nostalgia to Meet the Moment

Camping can blend outdoor experiences with essential conveniences through the right equipment and design, balancing functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Exercise
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"Healthy Parks Healthy People": Monthly Nature Walks | Bay Area

Free monthly outdoor walks occur on the first Saturday of each month as part of the 'Healthy Parks, Healthy People' program.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Researchers look into island's health benefits

Researchers will study the health benefits of outdoor spaces on the Isle of Wight, focusing on visitor experiences and access barriers.
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
5 days ago

Skier Barely Misses Dead-On Collision With Snowmobile While Riding In The Backcountry

Skiing in uncontrolled areas poses dangers, including collisions with snowmobiles and hidden obstacles.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

Despite Safety Concerns, Travelers Still Want to Explore New Destinations in 2026

Travelers in 2026 perceive international travel as more dangerous and unpredictable, with health emergencies being the top concern.
Running
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

The Ultimate Guide to Hut-to-Hut Trail Running

Hut-to-hut running trips offer diverse global routes, requiring a mental shift from backpacking to a faster, more present-focused pace.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Scrambling, walking and swimming in splendid isolation: 75 years of the UK's national parks

The early morning sun is bursting around the dark corners of High Dodd and Sleet Fell, sending a flush of light across the golden bracken and on to the hammered silver of the lake.
London
fromItsnicethat
5 days ago

Can a Tiny Tourist mindset rethink big travel? A new report from Insights

In 2025, travel didn't just return to pre-pandemic levels, it surpassed them, highlighting the growing strain on the world's most visited destinations.
Travel
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

7 Genius Spring Camping Gadgets & Gear for 2026 That Make the Great Outdoors Feel Like a Five-Star Hotel - Yanko Design

Spring 2026 camping gear solves comfort-weight contradictions through biological modeling and innovative engineering rather than traditional deprivation-based design.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago

5 Places Where You Can Ski and Golf in the Same Day - SnowBrains

BrainsSpring is a unique season where skiing and golfing coexist, with increased interest in properties offering access to both sports.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Your Brain Needs the Outdoors More Than You Think

Human brains evolved outdoors and require natural environments to function optimally; modern indoor lifestyles cause mental fatigue that nature exposure restores through soft fascination and circadian rhythm regulation.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

6 Unbuilt Retreats Exploring Hospitality Through Landscape and Refuge

Retreat architecture reimagines hospitality through landscape-responsive design prioritizing rest, reflection, and environmental sensitivity over spectacle across diverse global contexts.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It has changed my life': How a dose of nature is treating mental illness

Dose of Nature prescribes outdoor time as mental health treatment, achieving 64% recovery rates compared to NHS talking therapies' 50%, with nature exposure providing serotonin boosts and immune system benefits through phytoncides.
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 month ago

Check and redo Why I Ride: Finding Freedom, Peace, and Purpose on Two Wheels

Cycling provides freedom, mental clarity, and reconnection with oneself beyond physical fitness, while building unexpected community bonds with fellow riders.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

Are Biking Safaris the New Walking Safaris?

Singita Grumeti transformed from a poached hunting concession into a thriving wildlife reserve through comprehensive anti-poaching efforts and community engagement, now hosting active-travel safaris to fund conservation.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Maybe We Just Need to Get Out More

That someone "should get out more" is usually said as a joke, a light comment aimed at someone who seems stuck or overly absorbed in a narrow concern. It can sound dismissive or even sarcastic. Yet what if it contains serious psychological truth? We often praise people for being open-minded, creative, or flexible, as if these are stable personality traits that some individuals simply possess. We admire those who seem to think differently and assume they have access to something rare.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Goodbye to boring retirement: the adventure sport people over 60 are trying that's safer than it looks - Silicon Canals

When my neighbor Tom celebrated his 65th birthday last month, his kids threw him what they thought was the perfect party: comfortable chair, cozy slippers, and a stack of crossword puzzles. Meanwhile, three doors down, 68-year-old Margaret was booking her first skydiving lesson. The contrast struck me-why do we assume retirement means slowing down when some people are just getting started on their biggest adventures?
Health
US news
fromDefector
1 month ago

The Outdoor Industry Needs Workers, And Workers Need Unions | Defector

Outdoor guides perform essential, multi-skilled, life-saving work yet face low pay and cultural devaluation; unionization is emerging to secure higher wages and respect.
fromwww.kaltblut-magazine.com
2 months ago

Terrain

The body is a shifting landscape transformed by surfaces and sensations. Each look captures a different tactile world: the heat of blood, the cool weight of metal, the yielding drift of water. The result is a sculptural study of how the elements carve, shield, and release the self. The materials we embody become the emotions we carry, and the body becomes a materialised exhibition of our emotions, from the pulse of Blood to the discipline of Metal to the surrender of Water.
Fashion & style
Gadgets
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

When Tech Meets the Wild: The Power Solution Built by Adventurers

Hulkman created rugged, reliable portable power solutions—starting with the Alpha85 jump starter—and expanded into adventure-ready portable power stations for extreme outdoor conditions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It creates a sense of belonging': Brazil bets on hiking trails for conservation

The idea that hiking trails are a tool for conservation is based on a simple premise: people protect what they know. That requires making conservation areas accessible. There's no point telling people you only protect what you know, if you don't give them the tools to know. The trail is this tool. People who hike, people who camp, these people often become defenders of the environment.
Travel
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Wild Resilience: Fostering Strength Through Nature

Mindful outdoor practice (Wild Resilience) uses nature and embodied movement to restore safety, joy, awe, connection, and expand the nervous system's window of tolerance.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Best Nature-Based Activities for Good Mental Health

Regular exposure to nature—even brief walks or natural images/sounds—reduces stress, depression, and mental fatigue while improving attention and physical-health outcomes.
fromEsquire
1 month ago

The Rise of the Paincation

On day five of an eight-day, 500-mile mountain bike race in Africa, Piers Constable found himself sprawled in the dirt for the second time. First he'd crashed on his left side, then on his right, until he was, in his own words, "muddied and bloodied," staring at a bike that was very much broken. He remembered a feed station a couple miles away and realized he had two choices: quit or run. He picked up the bike and ran.
Running
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Nature reconsidered: why it's making us anxious

Urbanization and reduced everyday contact with nature are increasing biophobia, distancing people—especially children—from natural sensory experiences and raising long-term mental health risks.
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

The nation's trails are disappearing - High Country News

Many of them were built for purposes that no longer exist - cattle drives, mining prospecting, early U.S. Forest Service fire patrols - while others were packed by the footprints of the Chumash people well before the colonization of North America. Sections of trail cling to steep slopes that seem to barely resist gravity, shedding soil and stone with each winter storm.
Environment
#state-parks
Environment
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Green Experience: Why You Need Nature

Encounters with nature—both grand and modest—induce awe, restore relaxation, and provide uplifting, comforting, and beneficial effects, especially for urban dwellers.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

Would you pay 1% more for wildlife? - High Country News

The 1% for Wildlife bill would raise lodging taxes to generate nearly $30 million annually for Oregon habitat conservation.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I visited 3 national parks in one long weekend with my best friend. I don't regret it, but I'd never do it again.

Fitting Yosemite, Kings Canyon, Sequoia, and Disneyland into one weekend produced exhaustion, logistical mistakes, and strained driving, showing the itinerary was too ambitious.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

These 8 Scenic Hikes Around the World Are Worth Planning a Trip For, According to AllTrails

AllTrails, a hiking app with trail maps and reviews, dug into insights from their 90 million-plus members and team of trail experts to spotlight lesser-known places where the trail alone is worth planning a trip around. Their guide, Travel-Worthy Trails for 2026, spotlights eight unexpected destinations around the world where the trail is the destination.
Travel
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Walk this way: new Australian hikes to try in 2026

Australia is experiencing a boom in hiking participation and trail construction, expanding accessible long-distance and regional walks for hikers of all abilities.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

I Hiked 200+ Miles Last Year, and These 15 Trail Essentials Belong in Every Pack-No Exceptions

Proper preparation and specific gear are essential for safe, comfortable hiking across varied terrain.
Travel
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'After health and personal setbacks, I left my dream job for a five-month solo backpacking trip'

Solo female traveller abandons journalism career for a bucket-list Colombian adventure, confronting safety fears, language barriers, and embracing local cultures while learning Spanish.
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