15 Organizations Advancing Diversity Outdoors
As an outdoor enthusiast, you may be wondering what you can to do support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the outdoors. The recent…
Responsible Recreation
Spending time in the outdoors is great for mental and physical health, but we need to do our part to make sure that we recreate responsibly so that we keep our favorite places clean and healthy. Here you’ll find lots of blog posts about Leave No Trace practice, trail etiquette, and other tips for recreating responsibly in the outdoors.
Trail Etiquette 101: The Basic Rules of Hiking
Explore the unwritten rules of the trails. Dive into trail etiquette to hike responsibly, coexist with others, and preserve nature’s beauty.
A Desert Hiker’s Guide to Cryptobiotic Soil: Don’t Bust the Crust!
What is cryptobiotic soil and why is it so important? Learn everything you need to know to protect this biological living soil crust in the desert.
Is Van Life Sustainable? How To Be More Eco-Friendly on the Road
Learn practical tips for sustainable van life & how to incorporate Leave No Trace principles into your life on the road.
A Practical Guide to Hot Springs Etiquette
Not familiar with the rules of a good soak? Here’s how to have good hot springs etiquette – including tips on noise and nudity – next time you take a dip.
Vote the Outdoors: How to Be an Engaged Outdoor Enthusiast at the Polls
Are you ready to Vote the Outdoors in November? Here is how to get engaged, learn about your candidates, and support outdoor recreation at the polls.
Leave No Trace: How to Choose a Campsite
Learn how to choose a campsite that obeys regulations and follows Leave No Trace guidelines.
10 Volunteer Trail Organizations to Get your Hands Dirty With
Swap out a day of bagging peaks for bagging trash on your favorite trail by getting involved with a great volunteer trail maintenance group or organization.
How to Be an Effective Outdoor Advocate
Learn how to speak up for the environment. Get tips for getting involved in the political process, leading by example, and finding groups working on the environmental issues you care about.
What are Rock Cairns & Why You Shouldn’t Build Them
What are those rock structures on the trail? Understand the importance of rock cairns, who builds them, and what they are & aren’t for.
What is a National Monument & why should you care?
Make your voice heard! Learn how national monuments are established, the details of President Trump’s National Monument Review & how to submit your comments.
The impact of climate change on outdoor recreation
Learn about the impacts of climate change on outdoor recreation & why we as outdoor enthusiasts, including surfers, hikers & skiers should care.