Ben Finley & Art Clay: Brotherhood of Skiing Shelby Stanger|March 2, 2020 In 1974, Ben Finley and his friend Art Clay founded the National Brotherhood of Skiers, the largest group of African American skiers in the country.
Force of Nature: REI Advances Gender Equity in Gear and Support Sarah Grothjan|February 28, 2020 A look at what REI has accomplished since 2017—and what's in store for 2020.
My Experience on NOLS’ First-Ever Leaders of Color Backpacking Trip Amanda Machado|February 28, 2020 One writer’s take on how outdoor culture changes when people of color lead the way.
How to Keep Babies Warm in the Outdoors Phuong Le|February 28, 2020 Fresh air is great for everyone, even the littlest ones. Here are some tips to take your baby outside and keep them comfortable.
Op-Ed: What an Indoor Ski Area in a Mall in New Jersey Could Mean for Skiing Heather Hansman|February 27, 2020 Is Big Snow—the first indoor ski area in the U.S.—the ski hill of a dystopian future or a path to outdoor access?
Best Hikes in Italy Liz Dengler|February 24, 2020 Our 7 favorite treks from one end of the Boot to the other.
The Best Snow Games to Play with Kids Brianna Randall|February 24, 2020 Weather patterns can be unpredictable, but it's good to be prepared for a snow day. Here are a handful snow games to play outside with kids.
Kentucky’s Elusive Ice Climbing Is the Subject of a New Film Graham Averill|February 21, 2020 A documentary with screenings this month reveals a local zeal for sending frozen pillars of ice when conditions are prime.
The American Birkebeiner: A Legacy of Skinny Skis, Stamina and Spandex Mackenzie Havey|February 21, 2020 The largest cross-country ski marathon in North America attracts skiers from around the globe to Wisconsin each February to put on a colorful display of endurance and camaraderie.
These Couples Got Married on Skis Atop a Mountain Devon O’Neil|February 21, 2020 We crashed a mass wedding service atop Colorado’s Loveland Ski Area. Here is what we found.
Jeremy Jones: Facing Climate Change, I Have Hope for the Future Jeremy Jones|February 20, 2020 Professional snowboarder Jeremy Jones, founder of Jones Snowboards and Protect Our Winters, is still hopeful about our climate future.
The 6 Environmental Rollbacks You Need to Know About Sarah Grothjan|February 20, 2020 We break down six policy decisions impacting our public lands and wild spaces.
