In Bears Ears National Monument, evidence of those who once inhabited the vast canyons and mesa-tops is everywhere: there are more than 100,000 documented cultural sites within the national monument’s boundaries, making the region one of the most extensive archeological areas on earth. Petroglyphs, pottery sherds, ancestral cliff dwellings and structures remind visitors of not …
From two small towns in northwest Texas, Heather and Jahmicah Dawes both grew up with different, but important experiences in the outdoors. Heather is from a town of 700 people, and while her outdoor experience might not seem conventional, it played a critical role in her upbringing. Whether it was tending to the family garden, …
An Outdoors for All: Celebrating 5 Years … | by Katie Johnson Read More »
My name is Shawn Drennan, and I am a proud member of the Over 50 Outside group participating in the 52 Hike Challenge. I currently live in Seattle, WA, and enjoy spending time outdoors, watching live music and visiting my daughter’s family. I grew up as an Air Force brat moving all about the country, …
For over a decade now, the bike and I have had a relationship grounded in ambition. National titles, racing in exotic, far-flung places like Mongolia, or pursuing an FKT on the famed White Rim have all fueled new ideas and goals for the bike. As it is for many children, the bike first meant unbridled …
I think I was bound to be the exact replica of my father once I grew up. I mean, it seemed inevitable. I was named after him, after all. When I was a kid, I was convinced I had the coolest dad. I used to brag to my friends that my dad drove firetrucks and …
Ken & Kendra Adventures: Following Along in My Father’s Footsteps | by Kendra Slagter Read More »
As humans we know the change is going to happen. It does every year. It is a constant of nature. If you are like me, however, the change can still take you by surprise. The transitions from winter to spring, spring into summer and even summer into fall seem to be gradual and unnoticeable. The …
Make Your List and Check it Twice: Tips for Winter Recreation | by Brett Davis Read More »
For many retired military professionals and first responders, the transition to civilian life is abrupt and jarring as they grapple with challenges like survivor’s guilt, PTSD, depression and suicidal ideation. According to Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA), an Arkansas-based non-profit that specializes in serving these types of individuals, a lot of these problems stem from a lack of support and …
Unconquered by Kilimanjaro, Part I: Understanding the War at Home Read More »
Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, makes its way on to many bucket lists. After Retired Army Specialist Scott West lost his legs in Iraq, the feat seemed like a meaningful challenge to overcome. Early in his recovery at Walter Reed, he attended an inspirational film event for injured veterans. “I looked up at the screen and …
Unconquered by Kilimanjaro, Part II: Kilimanjaro Climb for a Cause Read More »
Over the last year, while smiles were hidden, hugs were restricted, and gatherings were limited, a common phrase that came up in conversations with friends was “I can’t wait for things to go back to normal.” As we slowly have transitioned back to our habitual activities and day-to-day pursuits, it has become more and more …
Volcanos and the Muffin Bus | by Madison Rose Ostergren Read More »
Rising 14,179 feet above the pine forests of Northern California, the snow-capped peak of Mount Shasta pierces the clouds and beckons climbers and mountaineers to its thin, crisp, alpine air. It’s one of 12 fourteeners in the state—the fifth-highest among those peers—and requires a keen amount of technical skill, dedication and wherewithal to conquer.
