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The Adventure Blog
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News, commentary, and insights on adventures, and adventurers, from around the globe.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 9354 )
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Researchers Further Narrow Down Cause of Elephant Deaths in Botswana
One of the stories we've been following closely over the past month or so is the continuing mystery surrounding the death of more than 350 elephants in a... Read more
Posted on 11 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: How to Clean Your Hydration Reservoir
We've seen a number of really good "how to" videos from REI over the past few years, but this one may be the most important one we've come across yet. It... Read more
Posted on 10 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
American Alpinist Ed Viesturs Shares What He’s Learned in the Mountains
Legendary alpinist Ed Viesturs is often regarded as the dean of American mountaineers. He's earned that spot thanks to being the first-and to date... Read more
Posted on 10 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: Saving Endangered Coral Reefs in Colombia
Inspiration comes in many forms. In the case of this video, you'll get to meet a young woman by the name of Yassandra Barrios. She is an unexpected and... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Adventure Quickies: Italian Town Threatened By Melting Ice, Good News for...
This is my weekly round-up of stories, gear deals and reviews, and travel blog posts that I simply couldn't find the time or space to share elsewhere. Think of... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Arctic Cruise Company Demonstrates Why Traveling is a Gamble Right Now
Look, there aren't a lot of people who enjoy traveling more than I do. Anyone who has read this blog for any length of time probably already know that. Most... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: A Lovely Journey Through Southeast Switzerland
Has it been a long week? Are you eager for the weekend to get here? Ready to relax? The good news is, it's almost Friday. The better news is, this video will... Read more
Posted on 06 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: Should You Use Trekking Poles When Hiking?
Amongst hikers and backpackers, there are two different camps-those who use trekking poles and those who don't. I'm squarely in the "use 'em" category on... Read more
Posted on 06 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Ultrarunner Attempts FKT Across the U.K.
Endurance athletes and outdoor adventurers continue to find new ways to push their boundaries amidst the pandemic, while still staying socially distant. That... Read more
Posted on 06 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: First Ascent of The Grand Illusion (V16) Bouldering Route
We've all had our pandemic projects to help keep us busy during this unusual time. For climbers Nathaniel Coleman and Drew Ruana, that project has been a... Read more
Posted on 05 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: Long Way Up — Patagonia to L.A. in an Electric Adventure Vehicle
If you've been looking for something to scratch your adventure itch, it seems like Rivian and Apple TV+ may have just the thing. The two companies have joined... Read more
Posted on 05 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
There is an Actual Mountaineering Expedition Taking Place in Pakistan
Throughout the ongoing pandemic we have continually speculated about when regular mountaineering expeditions would resume this year. In the spring, we saw... Read more
Posted on 05 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: Climbing K2 with Adrian Ballinger (Part 2)
Last week we shared a video that featured an interview with alpine guide Adrian Ballinger and now he's back for the second part of that chat. Last summer, whic... Read more
Posted on 04 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
We Now Have a Better Idea of What Killed the Elephants in Botswana
Over the past month and a half or so, we've been keeping a close eye on an ongoing mystery that has been unfolding in Botswana. Back in late June, it was... Read more
Posted on 04 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: A Journey Through Remote Northwest China
As the lack of travel has kept us all close, I've been finding the wanderlust is growing inside of me. Thankfully we have some great online videos to help quenc... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: Dane Jackson Kayaks Very Narrow Canyon
As a professional kayaker, Dane Jackson has found himself paddling in some fairly unique locations over the years. But the one that you'll see in this video... Read more
Posted on 03 August 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: The Road Not Taken in Ireland
I can't think of a much better cure for wanderlust at the moment than this video. At a time when most of us are staying close to home, and yet still miss the... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: Iceland is The Temple of Water
The raw and untamed landscapes of Iceland take center stage in this beautiful travel video, which reveals aspects of that country that are seldom seen by... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2020 OUTDOORS -
Adventure Quickies: Best Place for Stargazing, Removing Trash From Everest, and...
The calendar says it's Friday, which means it's also time for a quick recap of some fun and interesting adventure stories that you may have missed from this pas... Read more
Posted on 31 July 2020 OUTDOORS -
Video: Meet the Man Walking Around the World with His Dog
Dogs can make fantastic travel companions. They tend to eager for a good adventure, they enjoy hiking, and they rarely ever complain. That's exactly why one... Read more
Posted on 30 July 2020 OUTDOORS