Texas game wardens just cracked down on one of the biggest black-market wildlife operations the state has seen in years. The agency has exposed an illegal deer-smuggling ring that stretched across multiple counties. 　　The case broke open in February when game wardens pulled over a vehicle outside Houston. What they discovered were two deer breeders attempting to transport captive whitetails...

　　The first eclipse of the year is almost upon us, and it’s well worth a few hours of skipped sleep. In the early morning hours of Friday, March 14, stargazers in North America can watch the moon slide into Earth’s shadow then turn a haunting tangerine hue. 　　This striking phenomenon, known as a blood moon, is the signature finale of...

　　No matter the airplane, you never know who might be listening to your conversation. Thats what happened to a California couple convicted of several hunting violations last week after a chance encounter on a plane flight from San Diego. 　　Byron Lee Fitzpatrick, 24, and Shannon Lee Price, 28, were chatting about their illegal hunting and smuggling on a November 2023...

　　Presented by the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport 　　 　　With rugged landscapes that range from red-banded cliffs to sprawling grasslands and plains, the Texas Panhandle is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. To explore the area to the fullest, ditch the pavement and set off down remote dirt roads in search of adventure. 　　From mountain biking in Palo Duro Canyon and paddling...

　　No one needs to be convinced that our health is the most important thing we have. But living a healthy lifestyle? That’s easier said than done. Our bodies are like an ecosystem, with many interconnected factors affecting our overall health, and we need to consider all of them—nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, and more—to achieve optimum health. That’s why Craig Primack,...

　　The halfpipe at Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, Colo., is about to see some elite action. This Friday, athletes from around the world will descend upon the course to compete in the first leg of Shaun Whites brand-new, year-round snow sports competition: The Snow League. Its an event exclusively dedicated to snowboarding and freeskiing and will be broadcast live on NBC Sports...

　　Airstream calls its latest travel trailer its first electric-first model. What does that mean? Features that use modern technology to help keep you off-grid for longer. The new Basecamp 20Xe includes more than just a bigger battery; the company describes it as having a focus on energy independence. 　　Adds On-Grid Functions to Off-Grid Camper 　　 　　(Photo/Airstream) The Xe starts with...

　　Rolling luggage as a product category is both big and stagnant. But for travelers, its critical gear that millions rely on daily. 　　Peak Design, a brand renowned for thoughtfully introducing new designs to iconic products like tripods or camera straps, is doing it again with the Roller Pro. Launching on Kickstarter today, the Roller Pro reimagines what a roller-style carry-on...

　　Finding the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation is an art: part wilderness, part luxury, all rejuvenating. And one Colorado resort is showing how it’s done. The Broadmoor, a legendary destination resort in Colorado Springs, is complemented by its three all-inclusive Wilderness Experience properties, designed to immerse guests in the natural beauty of the region. 　　For a full picture of...

　　Whether you’re packing for a midday family picnic or a multiday camping trip, finding the best cooler for your needs will make your trip that much more enjoyable. Lucky for you, we tested dozens of coolers to help you find the right pick. 　　If you’re looking for a new cooler but feel overwhelmed by the huge selection available today, and...

　　It’s 4:43 p.m., and it’s already dark outside. Temps are in the single digits, and the couch is whispering sweet nothings. The pull to hunker down is at an all-time high during the deep winter months in Minnesota, and it takes effort to keep yourself from spending the entire season indoors and out of the elements. 　　Enter cross-country skiing —...

　　The modern world is not quiet. Or maybe I should say: people are not quiet. I live in a small mountain town, which you might expect to be an entirely peaceful habitat. But from my yard, throughout the day, I can hear cars on the interstate, kids playing, delivery trucks backing up—it’s a constant barrage of background noise that has become...