The Common Thread

From Pain to Mountain Peaks

This post was written by Francesco Guerro (insta@francescoguerraphoto), an adventure and landscape photographer based in Italy. After months of inactivity due to a debilitating knee injury and COV...

An Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker’s Dilemma

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the United States, hundreds of long-distance hikers paused their trips on the Appalachian Trail and headed home.

An Addiction to Adventure

There's a growing body of research digging into what outdoor enthusiasts have known for a long time: the correlation between nature and overall well-being.

10 Shocking Tales of Survival

Part of the thrill of adventure is the inherent risk, but sometimes that risk becomes real quicker than you can think.

15 Iconic Hikes That Deserve the Hype

From the mystical route to Macchu Picchu to the breathtaking views of the Sunshine Coastal Trail, these 15 bucket-list treks are among the world's most memorable.

An Honest Look At Hiking Naked

If you want to appreciate how your body feels, rather than looks, on the trail, you have to let it all hang out.

11 Classic Outdoor Memoirs

Travel postponed? Live vicariously through these adventurous sagas instead.

This untranslatable Danish word is the key to lowering stress

A psychologist explains why you need a little pyt in your life.

On Being Lost in the Backcountry

Getting lost in the wilderness is a frightening experience, no question—it’s also just about inevitable every once in awhile. Here are some things you should know.

Thru-Hiking With Your Significant Other: Tips on Staying Happy (and Together)

"Here, a firsthand look at the challenges (and joys) of thru-hiking with your significant other."