How a new freeride festival is helping women+, non-binary, and gender-diverse riders find confidence, community, and the courage to push their limits.

As chief executive officer of The Atlantic, Nicholas Thompson is accustomed to the breakneck pace of the 24-hour news cycle—but he’s quick on his feet in every sense. He’s also a runner. A fast one.

Behind the scenes at the Mountains of the Moon premiere: Chris Benchetler on his most ambitious project yet.

Alberta, it turns out, is emerging as a leader in Indigenous tourism—where Indigenous-led experiences aren’t a side note, but a growing movement backed by provincial investment and real global curiosity.

Jornet is in the midst of his latest endeavor: States of Elevation, a personal project in partnership with his brand NNormal. Described as “a human-powered journey,” the project sees Jornet summiting all 72 14ers—peaks in the western U.S. with elevations of at least 14,000 feet—and connecting them all by foot and bike.

For several weeks each year, Reno’s Rancho San Rafael Park glows with lanterns and light displays during the Dragon Lights Festival. We go behind the scenes to see how it all comes to life.

Remote. Rough roads. No cell service. Even for Canadians, the Yukon can be a daunting place to travel. To the rest of the world, it can seem like something of a secret. Traveling to such an isolated place always entails some adventure–but isn’t that the point?

A story of decades spent in solitary confinement, as told by someone who survived it.

Often called “America’s Best Idea,” the National Park Service has long stood as a testament to democratic values: public lands preserved not for profit, but for people. Today, that idea is under siege.

Amid rising economic strain and changing resort dynamics, the elite ski patrol team fights for stability and accountability.

Tèmi (pronounced “TEM-ee,” meaning “mine” or “my own” in Yoruba) is an outdoor apparel brand with a mission to challenge the fatigue of mass-produced, overseas gear. Founded by Gabe Patterson, an outdoorsman with a doctorate in environmental chemistry, Tèmi blends technical expertise with a deep commitment to sustainability, small-batch production, and locally made craftsmanship.

A first‑person reflection on Frog Lake’s journey from a private, nearly forgotten alpine property to a conserved public place.