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• Adventure Tech: SPOT X Two-Way Satellite Communicator

  

  Last week I shared the news that Garmin had introduces the new inReach Mini satellite communicator, and now we have another entry into this category. Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Plastic Bag Found at The Bottom of the Mariana Trench

  

  We've had a slew of disturbing environmental stories of late, but this one might just rank up there with the most troubling of them. Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2018: First Summits of the Season on Everest and Other 8000-Mete...

  

  It was a very busy weekend on Everest and other 8000-meter peaks in Nepal and Tibet. After waiting for the wind to die down late last week, most of the teams... Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: Annapurna III - Unclimbed

  

  One of the toughest challenges in all of mountaineering is the Southeast Ridge of Annapurna III, a rugged, demanding route that has turned back some of the... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: Constant Motion - An Ultrarunner's Return From the Brink

  

  In August of 2016, ultraunner Adam Campbell fell more than 100 feet (30 meters) while in a remote area of British Columbia, Canada. Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• The 100 Skills That Every Backpacker Should Know

  

  This is the time of year when backpackers everywhere are preparing to set out on an epic summer trip. It could be just a weekend escape to their favorite local... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• The Volvo Ocean Race Arrives in North America

  

  The ships taking part in the Volvo Ocean Race have completed another leg of their round-the-world journey, this time arriving in North America for their stopove... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2018: Holding Pattern on Everest and Scary Video

  

  Just a very brief update from the Himalaya today to report that teams are now mostly in a holding patter and are spread out across the Khumbu Valley waiting... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: The World's Most Inspiring Places - Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve

  

  This video serves as a pilot episode for a new series of short films coming our way from the Destination Stewardship Center which is producing the clips on the... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• The Adventure Podcast Episode 18: How to Make a Living in the Outdoor and...

  

  A new episode of The Adventure Podcast is now ready for download from Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and Spotify. As usual, it is also embedded in this... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• South Georgia Island Passes Major Milestone in Bid to Protect Bird Species

  

  South Georgia Island has passed a major milestone in its bid to protect the hundreds of bird species that call it home. The island has been declared rat-free... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2018: Lightning on Everest and Sherpas Come to the Aid of Skiers

  

  What was a relatively quiet and uneventful season in the Himalaya has certainly started to pick up momentum now. That generally tends to happen as we inch close... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: Day Zero - Cape Town's Water Crisis Explained

  As you may or may not know, Cape Town, South Africa is in the midst of a terrible water crisis. The city is running low on fresh water and its citizens are on... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: Don't Forget to Look Up!

  This video takes us on a climb that is only about 180 feet (55 meters) and yet fewer people have completed it than the climb up Everest. Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Adventure Tech: Meet the Garmin inReach Mini Satellite Communicator

  

  Explorers, mountaineers, and adventurers just got a new, lightweight option for staying in contact while visiting the remote corners of our planet. Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Actor Will Smith is Going to Bungee Jump Over the Grand Canyon

  

  Everyone has their own unique way of celebrating a milestone birthday. For actor Will Smith – who turns 50 on September 25 this year, that celebration will... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Himalaya Spring 2018: Nepal Threatens to Revoke Climbing Permits for Everest...

  

  It appears that the ongoing drama regarding the lack of a ski permit for Matt Moniz and Willie Benegas continues. The two men found themselves in trouble with... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: A Drone's Eye View of Wild Botswana

  Botswana is one of the best untouched wildernesses in all of Africa, with stunning scenery and incredible wildlife. In this video, we'll travel to this beautifu... Read more

  Posted on 08 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Video: Ultrarunner Rory Bosio is Running on Empty on the GR20 Trail

  

  Corsica's GR20 trail is well known for being demanding and difficult, yet beautiful and rewarding at the same time. Most hikers spend two weeks walking in... Read more

  Posted on 08 May 2018 OUTDOORS

• Gear Closet: Ecoxgear EcoDrift Rugged Speaker Review

  

  Gone are the days of heading out on an adventure without even the smallest of luxuries. Today, thanks to continually advancing technologies, we can now hit the... Read more

  Posted on 08 May 2018 OUTDOORS