My name is Sarah. I'm 42 years old. I live in Traverse City, Michigan. I've been hiking the North Country Trail for fifteen years. Section 12, from the Manistee River to the Jordan River. It's my favorite section. Or it was.Last week, the Forest Service closed it. Indefinitely. That means forever, or close to it.The flooding did it. We had heavy rain in March....
Outdoor sports have become more than just a trend among today’s teenagers—they’re a way to connect with nature and a growing platform for environmental...
One of the most significant and ongoing conversations within the outdoor industry revolves around sustainability. With climate change concerns intensifying, outdoor enthusiasts are increasingly...
In recent years, the integration of technology into outdoor sports gear has reshaped the landscape of the industry. From jackets with built-in climate control...
As outdoor enthusiasts become more conscious of their environmental footprint, the outdoor industry has responded with a growing number of products marketed as “eco-friendly”...
To address rising maintenance costs in public parks and forests, the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has announced an increase in recreation fees for certain...
Outdoor gear has always been about function—protecting adventurers from harsh conditions, enhancing performance, and ensuring safety in the wild. But in recent years, a...
The Future of Public Lands: Preserving Access and Wild Spaces
From towering mountain ranges and vast forests to sunbaked deserts and rugged coastlines, America’s public...
