If you’ve ever lost a fish because of a bad knot, you know the heartbreak. One second, you’re reeling in what might be a personal best, and the next — poof — your line snaps, and your dreams of bragging rights vanish into the water. 　　The right fishing knot isn’t just about securing your bait or lure; it’s also about...

　　Last year was a dream for astronomy enthusiasts like me, with brilliant low-latitude auroras, a total solar eclipse, and a bright comet that was easily visible to the naked eye. The good news is I’m just as excited for stargazing in 2025. 　　North America will enjoy an exceptional cadence of astronomical sights every season, starting with a buzzed-about planet parade...

　　Aspen isnt just some mountain town in the Sawatch Range of Colorado. While fewer than 7,000 residents call it home, Aspen is known around the world as a destination for recreation, splendor, and affluence. It may not cater to everyone, but for those with discerning, high-class taste, the word Aspen rings with posh exclusivity. 　　Too much? Its hard not to...

　　In triathlon training, consistency is king. But what if that consistency was a culprit in your latest injury? As all too many of us know, running-related injuries like IT band syndrome, shin splints, and stress fractures often present themselves at the worst times and have been the bane of many great race preparations. 　　Consistent, repetitive motion with improper running form...

　　Athletes, take note: Although you already know that the best way to release tension is stretching, you may need a reminder that research increasingly supports the fact that practicing stretches after a workout can literally minimize your aches and pains after resistance training of any sort. 　　Your stretching routine doesn’t need to be particularly long or involved to be effective....

　　The original version of this article appeared on ExplorersWeb. 　　The federal hiring freeze initiated by President Donald Trump could have consequences reaching all the way to North Americas highest peak. Unless something changes, the search-and-rescue team at Alaska’s Denali National Park will be reduced by 50%. Thats because half of the parks rescuers are seasonal workers affected by Trumps plan...

　　After its invention in 1969, the waterproof material called GORE-TEX became a household name in outdoor gear. Now, the iconic company behind that invention is facing allegations about toxic chemicals in its apparel. 　　W. L. Gore Associates, Inc., the Delaware-based company that owns the GORE-TEX brand, is being sued in a class-action lawsuit over claims it misled consumers that all...

　　Courtney Dauwalter has a lot to celebrate. Not just because shes smashing ultra race records and scoring win after win in races like the Western States 100, Hardrock 100, Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc, MTUB, and many others, but because today, Feb. 13, 2025, is her 40th birthday. 　　And to help her celebrate, Tailwind Nutrition, one of Dauwalters sponsors, releases a...

　　Its no secret that our editors love to ski. With below-freezing temps and plenty of snow in the past month, we have tested more winter gear on the slopes than ever this year. From new ski boots to the perfect shades to heated gloves, below youll find eleven items that our editors couldnt live without this winter. 　　When you buy...

　　Just one more hit! I yell over my shoulder. Im out of breath, sprinting up a knee-deep bootpack, my heart rate spiking through the roof. The lift I need to catch to get out of this back bowl is minutes from closing, and I dont want the ski patrol to chew me out. It’s a stormy, wet afternoon, too, and...

　　The first time Reagan Goodwyn led a climb, she was four years old. My son is also four, and sometimes I still wipe his butt. 　　But Reagan—and her family—inhabit a different realm than us mortals. Reagan, her parents, and her three little siblings live in a van. All the kids (except the almost two-year-old) climb. And most mind-boggling of all:...

　　Things are not going well for Woody. 　　The 50-year-old retired cop is thirsty and exhausted, and his attempts to spark a campfire using a ferro rod have failed miserably. Now, Woody cant boil his drinking water. He stands in his barren campsite and raises a canteen filled with untreated pond water to his lips. Lord, please dont let me get...