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When Rory O’Connor slid his kayak into the Gulf of Mexico for some fishing, the last thing he imagined he’d pull out of the water was an injured dog. But that’s exactly what happened to the unsuspecting fisherman, whose actions would soon reveal a story with a more bitter-sweet ending… Read the rest
On the second day of his expedition to explore the Antarctic wastelands around the South Pole, Mark Wood encountered a problem unique to today’s polar explorers: his iPod failed. The setback was at first only a minor inconvenience to Wood, who is attempting to be the first person in history… Read the rest
Imagine this: You and some friends are enjoying the solitude of a remote snow shelter on Mount Rainier on a sunny New Year’s day when a helicopter appears in the distance. You watch it’s slow approach, wondering if perhaps a snowshoer has gone missing in the wilderness. But soon it’s… Read the rest
This week’s Friday Photo winner is Erik Bengtson with this shot taken during an evening snowshoeing excursion with friends.
Here’s what he had to say about it:
Snowshoeing is an awesome winter activity. It is even better when you combine it with camping, sledding and friends. In this 12min. exposure … Read the rest
The Outdoor Alliance, a coalition of national groups representing human powered outdoor recreation, hosted a partnership summit in Golden, Colorado earlier this month. Inspired in part by Obama’s America’s Great Outdoors initiative, the summit’s goal is to increase public-private partnerships leading to greater stewardship, protection and enjoyment of public lands… Read the rest
Nearly very 12-year-old has a pair of nunchuks. I did. These guys do. And they shouldn’t, regardless of age.
From Tully: (He pulled a double duty fail.)
From Roddy: (This is why you destroy evidence.)
From: Dusty: (That’s just not fair.)… Read the rest
This week’s Friday Photo winner is Ben Canales, who submitted several fantastic shots, including the one above.
Here’s what he had to say about it:
Glowing tent “backlit” by the Milky Way! … Read the rest
Congrats, Ben! You just won an Ultima 65 Spotting Scope with Astromaster Tripod, courtesy of Celestron.
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So is it a game, a sport or…? I’m going with the latter.
From Iggy: (One, two, three… fail.)
From Geezer: (It never hurts watching someone get it in the goods.)
From Townes: (So close yet…)… Read the rest
If you’ve ever wondered how you might become an explorer for National Geographic believe it or not it can be as simple as attending a seminar.
During the Banff Mountain Film Festival in a conference room at the Banff Centre in Alberta, Canada aspiring young explorers learn the ropes of… Read the rest
We think winter is the most thrilling time of year. The air looks clearer, the sun sparkles off mounds of fresh snow, and a cold, sharp breath can make you feel awake and alive. Not to mention the thrill of ripping down a steep on your skis or board. The… Read the rest
This week’s Friday Photo winner is Greg Maino, who submitted the above shot of Watson Geshel hitting the launch ramp at Mont Ripley, located in Houghton, Michigan.
Here’s what he had to say about it:
This was a shot I was thinking about all season, and at the end of … Read the rest
Like any sport there’s the good, the bad and the ridiculous. Parkour is no exception.
From Lionel: (He’s got it goin’ on until ….)
From Walter: (Four funny-ass seconds.)
From Milan: (Well that kid isn’t having kids.)
From Ronald: (And he’s down for the count.)… Read the rest
The seasons changed with full force this year, and before we could prepare ourselves the snow knocked down trees, buried small children and wreaked havoc on our 6am run. But we know you, and you’re not one to bow out and give up on your outdoor time quietly. To aid… Read the rest
This week’s Friday Photo winner is Steve MacAulay, who submitted the above shot of himself cycling on Harts Pass.
Here’s what he had to say about it:
I’ve had this shot in mind for a while now and had a chance to give it a try on a trip to … Read the rest
