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Keepers of the Outdoors

Keepers of the Outdoors

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A Backcountry Ranger Shares Her Passion for Wilderness

Charlotte Austin|December 20, 2017
Through our Keepers of the Outdoors series, we'll introduce you to people who protect and care for our wild places. “I’m fascinated b...
wildland firefighter

A Trailblazing Wildland Firefighter Provides Training for Women

Zoë Rom|December 20, 2017
Bequi Livingston spent her career fighting fires with the most respected crews in the West. Today, she's training more women in backcountry firefighting.
Madly in Love With the Maah Daah Hey

Madly in Love With the Maah Daah Hey

Zoë Rom|December 19, 2017
Through our Keepers of the Outdoors series, we'll introduce you to people who protect and care for our wild places. Have you ever lov...
The Life of an Eastern Sierra Avalanche Forecaster

The Life of an Eastern Sierra Avalanche Forecaster

Monica Prelle|December 15, 2017
11 years ago, Josh Feinberg lost a close friend—and nearly died himself—in an avalanche. Now, he's devoted his life to helping others avoid a similar fate.
A Force for Two-Wheeled Good in Rural America

A Force for Two-Wheeled Good in Rural America

AC Shilton|April 21, 2017
Through our Keepers of the Outdoors series, we'll introduce you to people who protect and care for our wild places. From maintaining ...
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