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April 30
- "The argument we're all going to drown the minute we get in is ridiculous"- swimmers take to the water to fight reservoir ban
- I ditched my trekking poles and tried forest bathing – here’s what I discovered
- Garmin Connect has a new look – and the company wants to know what you think
- California hiker bitten by rattlesnake on popular trail
- Jack Wolfskin Seamless Wool Long Sleeve review: a light yet warm base layer you'll forget you're even wearing
- A new Yeti cooler is coming today for your summer adventures – be first to grab one
- Run, don't walk – there's 40% off this top-rated Garmin sports watch at Amazon right now
- Drunken man arrested after kicking Yellowstone bison
April 29
- Yellowstone tourist receives impressive death stare from bison after getting too close to calves
- Fjällräven/Specialized handlebar bag and rack review: well-built, very roomy and easy to get into
- My friend wants to turn back before the summit – can I keep hiking?
- NY forest ranger dies in 1,000-foot fall while climbing in Denali National Park
- This Garmin satellite communicator could save your life in an emergency, and it's 29% off at Amazon
- Hurry, it's your last chance to get 60% off hand-picked hiking and camping gear in the REI sale
- These trekking poles double as a tripod and selfie stick for better shots on your next hike
- "She could have passed me" – second-placed Qin says dazzling Dauwalter let him beat her out of respect at Mt. Fuji 100
- Tourist caught trying to beat traffic by driving down Grand Teton National Park bike path
- Is is a coat? Is it a tent? This new Nike poncho is both
April 28
- SealLine Bigfork Dry Daypack: a rolltop rucksack that won’t let the rain in
- The best campfire songs for families and groups: sure-fire hits for the campfire
- 4 issues barefoot shoes can’t help you with (and the easy exercises that can)
- The trail I planned to hike is closed – can I use it anyway?
April 27
- 3 strength moves every trail and ultra runner should try
- Revolution Race Nordwand Pro review: well-designed hiking pants at a reasonable price
- What is skyrunning? The growth of an extreme mountain sport
- Finally, you can recycle your old polyester running and hiking gear
- 9 times turning back before the summit is the best hiking decision you can make
- Tourist demonstrates the worst possible way to act around elk at the Grand Canyon
April 26
- Zenbivy Ultralight Bed review: is this the most comfortable sleep system on the market right now?
- The 2025 London Marathon ballot closes tonight – here's how to enter
- Backcountry skier triggers avalanche that sweeps man down couloir, leaves without apologizing
- Hundreds of boulders come crashing down, blocking popular long-distance trail in Yosemite National Park
- New ultra-running startup launches shoes designed to handle hundreds of miles at a time
- This powerful Garmin watch gives you personalized sleep coaching every night, and it's cheaper than ever right now
- National Parks & Recreation? Watch Joshua Tree National Park reimagined as a sitcom
April 25
- Wonky weather reports on your Garmin watch? There's now a fix
- Coros launches Vertix 2S watch, with its most accurate outdoor climbing mode ever
- Casio unveils new limited edition G-Shock watch inspired by rainbow-colored diffuse nebulae
- "It's not about you, don’t be selfish" – Honolulu mayor dismayed after hundreds flock to Haiku Stairs before removal
- Director Danny Boyle’s 28 Years Later seeking serious runners and cyclists as extras
- What is hiker's rash? And is it serious?
- What is Columbia's OutDry Extreme technology? And does it really work?
- Colorado's wolves make a break for Rocky Mountain National Park
- Tourists mob elk for photos at Grand Canyon – it doesn't go well
April 24
- Ortovox Mesola ski jacket review: what the shell? A superb hard/soft hybrid you’ll love
- "Rather embarrassed" wild camper sparks two-hour rescue operation after forgetting where he pitched his tent
- This Garmin watch can run indefinitely on a single charge, has its own flashlight, and is cheaper than ever at Amazon
- Bear mauls British woman's arm after she tries to take selfie through car window
- Casio launches tough new Baby-G watch that transforms Tamagotchi-style
- Hiker, know thyself – 5 questions to ask yourself before hitting the trail
- Phoneless Taiwanese hiker trapped in ravine for 10 days alerts rescuers using water pipe
- Man harasses mother bison and calf for photos at Yellowstone National Park, despite warnings from Rangers
- Tragedy as snow groomer falls 1,300 feet down mountain at Swiss resort
- Hoka secures bid to become title sponsor for UTMB; Walmsley set to return
April 23
- New deals have landed in Hoka's spring sale, and popular sizes will sell out fast
- 2024 London Marathon breaks record for fundraising in one day
- These top-rated Helly Hansen hiking shoes are going cheap at REI right now
- Watch dramatic rescue of two young mountain lions from reservoir release that "likely would have drowned them"
- This must be the steepest skiing you’ll ever see
- Tourist caught clambering onto cliffs over roaring Yellowstone waterfall, to horror of onlookers
- Jack Wolfskin 3D Prelight Rise 35 backpack review: a sustainable waterproof pack that lets you move like a mountain goat
- “One mistake people make is thinking nothing can go wrong” – why do hikers get lost and how do some survive?
- "Last summer, we saw hundreds of people die" – Phoenix gears up for trail closures after heat-related rescues
April 22
- Red 30L Waterproof Roll Top Dry Bag Backpack review: a seemingly simple dry bag that's worth a closer look
- New Yetis in the wild – limited edition color for the brand riding a wave of popularity
- Vivobarefoot gets back to nature with Ecological Survival Collection hiking shoes
- Casio launches tough new G-Shock Gravitymaster watches inspired by jet fighter geometry
- Keen Women's Elle Backstrap Sandals review: move from the plane to the trail to the beach in comfort
- "The right to swim is not just legal permission" – the wild swimmers planning their own Kinder trespass
- Two things that helped me knock over 40 minutes off my marathon time
- Man challenges bison to a fight at Yellowstone National Park – it's a poor decision
- 10 things to do for Earth Day to show you care
- Cowboy camping vs tent camping: should you ditch the canvas?
- Watch SF Giants' Patrick Bailey hit home run straight into a kayak on McCovey Cove
- Watch these cute bear cubs climbing up a ski lift tower at Steamboat ski resort
April 21
- What is a progression run? And why it could help you to perform better
- Salewa Ortles Ascent Mid Gore-Tex Boots review: a robust and durable women’s mountain boot
- 11 top tips for your first (or fastest) trail race
April 20
- Rab Ionosphere 5.5 Sleep Mat review: a workhorse of a sleeping mat
- Do I really need to wear a climbing helmet?
- Best warm-up for trail runners: an easy eight-minute routine
April 19
- Marathon final-place finisher’s video becomes inspirational internet sensation
- Fjallraven Abisko Hike Trousers review: lightweight comfort for summer hikes and active travel
- How did this Colorado peak just get demoted to the shortest 14er in the state?
- "The bear probably had a pretty traumatic experience" – disturbing video shows people hauling cub out of tree for selfies
- Friday 5: fell, mountain and ultra runner Nicky Spinks
- Can you help find Sadie the hiking dog, missing on Appalachian Trail for 5 weeks?
April 18
- The 12 worst things to take on a hiking trip
- “The experience is phenomenal" – after five years, Yosemite's glamping sites finally reopen
- "We're not responsible for telling you whether you can swim in the rivers or not" - shocking message from water company polluting a world-famous river
- Arc’teryx Vertex Alpine GTX approach shoe review: style and performance on above-the-treeline adventures
- Asics wants you to return your Nimbus Mirai runners when you’ve trashed them
- What is Earth Day anyway?
- Liforme Classic Travel Yoga Mat review: stay anchored in every pose on your active adventures
- On reveals more details about sci-fi-esque, 3D-printed running shoe that won Boston Marathon
- "What’s not to love?" – this 177-mile hiking trail is Colorado's newest adventure
April 17
- 7 reasons you need approach shoes: we get technical
- Scarpa Ribelle Run Kalibra HT review: a precise fitting trail shoe for hard terrain
- Hikers made a grisly discovery at this famous beach, and the police are involved
- What is Body Battery on your Garmin watch, and how can you boost it?
- Columbia Konos TRS Outdry hiking shoe review: move fast and free in all-day comfort
- Watch what it’s like to be caught in an avalanche, thanks to a GoPro that survived
- Think Yellowstone and Yosemite are the best National Parks? Think again, says new survey
- Can this all-terrain exoskeleton turn you into a superpowered e-hiker?
- The one simple act that could save your life on a hike
- AllTrails announces "game-changing updates" to improve hiker safety and enhance planning
April 16
- You can now get a more complete health snapshot with Garmin's new blood pressure monitor
- "Don't even think about wild swimming here" - new study reveals shocking pollution levels in the Thames
- What makes your hiking gear windproof anyway?
- Study reveals exercise brings greatest heart benefits to people with history of depression
- How to improve your Garmin Sleep Score – and feel better, too
- Watch Australian Popeye paddling down river in giant pumpkin named after Game Of Thrones character
- Watch the heart-stopping moment a tiger shark attacks kayak
- Norrona falketind thermo60 Hood review: unbeatable warmth-to-weight for lofty peaks
- "The two shared a glance that made time stand still" – watch tiny wolf pup bravely come face to face with bull elk
April 15
- World record claim for blind runner in Manchester Marathon
- 21-year-old hiker dies after falling from waterfall in Big Sur, California
- Apple’s Emergency SOS feature keeps saving hikers' lives – here's how it works
- Red Equipment EVO Pro changing robe review: a super cozy changing robe with great eco credentials
- Hiker makes grisly discovery at camouflaged Oregon campsite
- 11 tips for high altitude camping
- Illegal Hawaii hiking trail to be demolished, addressing “long-festering issues”
April 14
- D-Robe 20L roll-top backpack review: a stylish dry bag that works for commuters and adventurers alike
- Black Diamond Pursuit Trekking Poles review: reliable walking poles with comfortable cork grips
- 7 springtime trail hazards hikers and runners need to know about
- 6 things you definitely shouldn't do during the London Marathon
April 13
- Goodr Snow G goggles review: cheap but guaranteed to make you cheerful
- Smartwool Hike Classic Edition 2nd Cut Crew Socks review: recycled socks that walk the walk
- How to overtake safely during races – advice from the experts
- How to decode the label on your headlamp
- Do you recognize these men spotted pulling down boulders on a popular Lake Mead hiking trail?
April 12
- Two major makeovers for Nike Pegasus running shoes on the way
- This new Asics running shoe can be pulled apart and recycled at the end of its life
- Could ant pheromones protect hikers and campers from ticks?
- Man tries to pet hungry javelina during road trip – it doesn't go well
April 11
- Is vamp disease as terrifying as it sounds, and how can runners avoid it?
- Grab the powerful Garmin Venu 2 Plus for its lowest ever price today
- Rattlesnake season is here – what you should know for your next hike
- Dropped your phone outdoors? Your Garmin watch can now help you find it
- Eagle Creek Pack-It Essentials Set review: organization made delightfully simple
- What is Dead Butt Syndrome? Tips to help you recruit your glutes as a runner
- 21-year-old skier dies trying to jump Highway 40 in Colorado
- Bison sends hiker sprawling at Yellowstone – but they keep on snapping pictures
April 10
- Forest Rangers unimpressed after soggy hiker calls them for help with wet camping gear – twice
- Casio launches adorable mini watch rings, including a G-Shock – but there's a catch
- This wearable hydration sensor tracks your sweat loss as you exercise, and will soon sync with your Garmin watch
- 5 reasons you need a camping knife: from mealtime to the campfire
- What is mountaineering?
- Sennheiser's new sports headphones track your heart rate and body temperature while you run to the beat
- From bouldering for beginners to rescue techniques, uplevel your climbing skills with the Arc'teryx Climb Academy
- Can you see what's wrong in this video of a hiker at Yellowstone National Park? Look closely...
- "Even professionals make mistakes" – avalanche forecaster buried in large slide
April 9
- What is Endurance Score on your Garmin watch, and how can you improve it?
- Can you go rock climbing in the rain?
- Hauck Runner 2 stroller review: a quality jogging stroller at an attractive price
- Bandana-wearing hiker uses bison as photo prop in icy Yellowstone National Park
- "The time has come” – relay team to run from London to Paris to urge Olympic committee to bring back trail running
- Rocky Mountain Rescue team called out for stranded “adventure” cat
April 8
- Patagonia's annual sale is on right now – why wait for Black Friday?
- Felco 601 folding saw review: a compact beast
- Rabies warning on popular Arizona trail after fox attacks three hikers in 48 hours
- Arc’teryx Atom Vest review: a classy, multitasking three-season gilet
- How to decode the label on your sleeping bag
- In ultra running first, 6 indigenous women complete brutal 340-mile race wearing traditional dress
- Garmin releases patch for bug that could be draining your watch's battery
- Controversy over whether Russ Cook is the first or only fourth athlete to run the length of Africa
April 7
- Hiker at Rocky Mountain National Park learns the hard way: don't pet the marmots
- The best wild swimming gear: what to wear and what to take
- Eccentric British country sports: from cheesing chasing to snail racing
- What is tempo running – and why should you include it in your training?
April 6
- Glade Adapt 2 ski goggles review: they perform, feel and look great, especially for the price
- The best wild swimming spots: find the perfect place to take the plunge near you
- Shocked Yellowstone guide catches clueless tourist sticking hand in geyser
- Danner Mountain 600 Leaf GTX hiking boots review: tough, grippy trailbusters, but don’t cross the streams
- How to stay safe in open water: wild swimming for beginners
- Can running help reduce anxiety? We ask the experts
- 8 top tips for multi-day ultras: expert advice for following in Jasmin Paris’s footsteps
- "Do not expect a helicopter to rescue you. It will not happen" – mountain rescue begs for caution during solar eclipse
April 5
- Two of Hoka's most popular shoes just got a big price cut in the April sale
- Friday 5: climber and mountaineer Anna Wells
- This tiny Garmin satellite communicator could save your life, and it's cheaper than ever today
- What does Fitness Age mean on your Garmin watch, and how can you improve it?
- Yellowstone National Park responsible for a megaton of carbon emissions each year, according to study
- Why did a Colorado climbing coach get rescued from this popular climbing spot – with a cat in his backpack?
- Asics launches $30,000 running shoes encrusted with rare pearls
- Study suggests running style may be linked to personality type
- AllTrails pledges to plant a tree for every user who hikes for an hour this weekend
April 4
- This stunning Garmin watch runs for three weeks on a single charge, and is cheaper than ever today
- 11 race day hacks for your next event: from sticky gel hands to free energy boosts
- 6 camping myths debunked
- What is a snow cornice? And how do you stay safe around this deadly alpine hazard?
- Watch fearless kayakers take some breathtaking plunges over the Columbia River Gorge’s most spectacular waterfalls
- These new Scarpa hiking boots come with built-in RECCO reflectors to help rescuers find you in an avalanche
- Bear cub killed in Oregon after being fed from hands and plates – official explains why
- California park warns hikers against building illegal trails due to "unexploded" grenade risk
- Watch as helicopter accidentally drops runaway metal canister onto busy ski slope
April 3
- The yoga of hiking: how ancient philosophy can make you a smarter, stronger hiker
- How to decode the label on your sunscreen
- "Amazing cat. Would apocalypse with" – feline host guides hikers on Appalachian Trail
- Refresh your hiking wardrobe with 50% off Patagonia, Columbia and The North Face right now at REI
- "Experienced mountain climber" dies after falling into Mount St Helens crater
- Yellowstone Ranger seriously unimpressed by tourist caught snapping close-up photos of bear cubs
- Statue revealed of Boston Marathon’s legendary 'official' dog, Spencer
- “Don't let go” – dramatic helicopter rescue footage shows barefoot California hiker clinging to cliff
April 2
- Patagonia Women’s Storm Shift Jacket: an all-weather workhorse jacket that can be worn come rain, shine or snow
- Vomiting bug strikes down thru-hikers on Appalachian Trail
- Could hiking in the rain actually be good for you?
- Casio launches full metal G-Shock Frogman watch with red sapphire crystal and gold detailing
- Garmin's nap tracking isn't perfect, but it's about to get a lot better
- 16 hikers, mostly kids, stranded overnight on long distance hiking trail
- Australian hiker gets up close and personal with emu – it doesn't go well
- How did a Colorado skier survive being swept 2,000 feet down mountainside in avalanche?
- Why evenings are best for summer running
- Adidas launches trail mentoring scheme to mark launch of hotly anticipated Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra
April 1
- Tourists caught dangling makeshift thermometer over Yellowstone geyser that was 'killed' by careless visitors
- 8 common mistakes new runners make – and how to avoid them
- Kathmandu Epiq Men’s 600 Fill Down Vest review: a toasty duck down gilet from New Zealand’s finest
- 7 reasons you need a hammock: why pitch when you can hang?
- Makoshika visitor narrowly escapes velociraptor attack – Park Rangers slam “reckless behavior”