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• WWII Diary Could Hold the Secret of Missing Nazi Gold

  If you were disappointed to hear that the infamous treasure of Forrest Fenn was finally discovered this past weekend, don't put away your treasure hunting gear... Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• More Spring 2020 Gear Round-Ups

  Last week, I wrote a post that collected a number of gear round-ups from across the web. It seems that even though most of us have curtailed our travels and... Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Invisible Footmen of K2

  A lot has been said about the dangerous work that the Sherpas on Mt. Everest endure. These men and women risk their lives just to help their clients reach the... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Legend of Mountain Biker Tommy G.

  This video takes us to the stunning landscapes of Lenzerheide, Switzerland where we join professional mountain biker Thomas Genon as he rips up the trail. His... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Carbon Dioxide Levels Hit New High Despite Coronavirus Lockdowns

  Over the past few months, while we have been in the midst of the coronavirus lockdown, there have been a number of stories about how the Earth has been... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Famous Forrest Fenn Treasure Found in the Rocky Mountains

  A famous hidden treasure containing more then a million dollars worth of gems has reportedly been discovered, bringing an end to a controversial search that... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Nordic Islands of Iceland, Greenland, and Faroe in 4K

  I generally like to end the week with a beautiful video that captures the beauty and allure of a far off place with the hopes of inspiring some thoughts of... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Lockdown is Over — Our Toys Are Outside Playing

  Across the globe, numerous countries are now emerging from the pandemic lockdown. More and more people are going back to work, getting outside, and embracing th... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Adventure Quickies: Park Service Social Distancing Signs, African Tourism...

  My weekly "Adventure Quickies" post is a round-up of stories that I didn't have time or space to post elsewhere. They are short, to the point, briefs on some... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• China Uses Airborne Gravity Survey to Measure Height of Mt. Everest

  Over the past couple of months, we had been following the progress of a team of Chinese surveyors who had been sent to Mt. Everest to remeasure the height of th... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: 100 Miles Alone on Alaska’s Resurrection Pass Trail

  If you truly want to socially distance yourself from others, I can think of few better places to do just that than on the Resurrection Pass Trail in Alaska. Thi... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: What to Take on a Bikepacking Expedition

  Want to know what gear you should take with you on an extended bikepacking expedition? Why not as an expert like Sean Conway. He's a Zimbabwean who has... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Want to Make $1000 by Binge Watching a Hunting Show?

  Times are tough at the moment and we're all looking for ways to bring in a little more extra income. Which is why this publicity stunt from a website called Gea... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Scientists Have Identified the Cleanest Air in the World

  One of the most often-cited reasons for going outside is "to get a breath of fresh air." For most of us, that might mean heading to our favorite trail to... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Archeologists Discover Another Lost Mayan Monument in Mexico

  One of the more unsung technologies that has had an impact on exploration in recent years is lidar. As its name implies, lidar functions a bit like radar, but... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: The Himalaya in Timelapse

  Short but sweet. That's what you'll find in this timelapse video, which takes us to the big mountains of Nepal for a three minute journey. In this clip, you'll... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: Is Mt. Everest “the World’s Deadliest Tourist Attraction”?

  Is Mt. Everest "the world's deadliest tourist attraction"? That's the premise behind this video, which takes us to the Himalaya to explore exactly what makes... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Pakistani Prime Minister Vows to Reopen to Travel Ahead of Karakoram Climbing...

  Over the past month or so, there has been a lot of speculation surrounding the summer climbing season in the Karakoram. With the coronavirus restricting travel... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: Shapeless Fulfillment—Exploring Greenland by Bike

  What happens when adventure photographer and polar guide Ben Haggar set out to bikepack his way across Greenland's Arctic Circle Route? Not only does he find... Read more

  Posted on 02 June 2020 OUTDOORS

• Video: How to Know When Its Time to Replace Your Climbing Gear

  The equipment that we use when climbing is arguably the most important gear that we own. After all, that gear can be the only thing that keeps us from... Read more

  Posted on 02 June 2020 OUTDOORS