Know What's Happening in Outdoors
Know What's Happening in Outdoors
Nortent Vern 1 Solo Tent Offers Four‑Season Performance for Storm Chasers
The Nortent Vern 1 four‑season solo tent is now available for pre‑order in the UK at roughly $560–$620, while U.S. listings are sold out. Weighing 2.88 kg with a 1.9 m² floor, it features a 3,500 mm rainfly, 10,000 mm floor hydrostatic head, and can endure winds over 40 mph and heavy snowfall, with a rapid five‑step setup.
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Travel writer Kristina Kasparian chronicles a ten‑day, car‑free stay on Ponza, a five‑mile volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea that remains eclipsed by Capri and Ischia. She highlights secluded coves, a gelato‑boat, fresh seafood, and the colorful fishing village of Le Forna, while noting the island’s rugged interior and limited infrastructure. The piece also describes boat‑rental culture, historic Roman fish‑ponds, and the looming erosion of iconic beaches. Overall, Ponza is portrayed as an untapped, authentic Italian seaside destination.
The Hong Kong Major Territories Circumnavigation is a 458 km foot‑only loop that traces the outer rim of the New Territories and Lantau Island, accumulating 11,027 m of vertical gain. Runners can tackle the circuit clockwise or anticlockwise, with minor deviations allowed for...
Dougie Haynes, a 31‑year‑old New Zealand golf caddy, is trekking the 3,000‑km Te Araroa Trail while hauling two 15‑kg golf bags. Over the past four weeks he has tackled the trail’s most demanding sections, including the Richmond Range, Waiau Pass and steep...
Looe Island, a 9‑hectare nature reserve off Cornwall’s coast, is managed by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust and now offers three‑night stays in the historic Smuggler’s Cottage for £450. The island’s wildlife – including a large black‑backed gull colony and resident...
The Wild Atlantic Way spans over 2,500 km, but this guide narrows the focus to Galway and Mayo for a relaxed five‑day itinerary. Travelers stay two nights in Galway and two in Westport, keeping daily drives under 90 minutes and freeing time...
The blog outlines a five‑day road trip through Scotland’s Speyside and northern Highlands, spotlighting six iconic distilleries including Glenfiddich, The Macallan, Glenlivet, Dalwhinnie, Royal Brackla and Clynelish. It emphasizes a relaxed pace that blends scenic drives, guided tours, tastings and...
Filmmaker and surfer Dylan Graves continues his Arctic surf series with a new episode filmed in Norway’s Lofoten archipelago. He visits Uncle Frost’s shop, the world’s northernmost surf outlet, and highlights the region’s rugged wave conditions and unique culture. The...
Time magazine has added the Surf Abu Dhabi wave‑pool to its 2026 list of the world’s greatest places. The Dubai‑based facility is praised for breaking professional surfers’ skepticism about the quality of man‑made waves. The accolade comes as climate change...
Day 2 of “Don’t Think” challenge takes us to one of the most haunted spots in Connecticut, the Hearthstone castle on the Ives Trail. First known as the “Sanford Castle” it was Built between 1895 and 1899 by Fred G....
Sean Berenson recounts a challenging day on the Te Araroa trail between Top Wairoa Hut and Hunters Hut, where unexpected summer rain dropped temperatures to near freezing. Despite the harsh conditions, the well‑maintained hut provided essential shelter, heat, and a social hub...
Foraging has become a cornerstone of modern food tourism, with one in five travelers now seeking culinary‑focused trips, according to Hilton’s 2025 travel report. Hospitality brands from Airbnb to luxury resorts are rolling out forest‑to‑fork and dock‑to‑dish experiences, such as...
If you were going to map Vermont and include Montpelier on the map, what other 11 artsy, touristy, or outdoor-orientated towns would you include?
I have a short article about gravel biking in Cook County, MN in the Spring issue of Minnesota Trails Magazine. The magazine is free online and at state parks, visitor centers and many tourism-related businesses.
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St. Simons Island, part of Georgia’s Golden Isles, is emerging as a year‑round luxury getaway, highlighted by award‑winning hotels such as The Lodge at Sea Island and the beachfront King and Prince Resort. The island blends upscale accommodations with historic...
The Specialized Levo Kids is the best $3,000 Ive ever spent. My 8 year old did 10 miles and 2,000 feet of elevation in 90 minutes. Gatlinburg is also awesome this time of year. No crowds and cheap as hell. https://t.co/KKdHbyhaDv
Jonathan Dickinson State Park, located near Jupiter, Florida, offers a diverse outdoor experience across more than 10,000 acres of mangroves, dunes, and pine uplands. Visitors can choose from over 26 miles of multi‑use trails, kayak an 8.5‑mile route on the...
Mark Beaumont and a cadre of rugby legends led more than 300 cyclists on a 700‑mile, four‑day ride from Melrose, Scotland to Dublin, Ireland. The journey, timed to deliver the match ball for the Six Nations Triple Crown finale, overcame...
The Oyster World Rally 2026‑27 saw 23 Oyster yachts embark on a 27,000‑nautical‑mile, 16‑month circumnavigation that began and will end in Antigua. Owners, including Oyster’s founder Richard Hadida, sailed through the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Pacific islands, Indian Ocean and back...
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Marfa, Texas, a remote desert town of about 1,700 residents, has become a celebrated art hub thanks to Donald Judd and the Prada Marfa installation. In recent years the town’s Highland Avenue has evolved into a boutique shopping destination, featuring stores...
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Sylva, North Carolina, is emerging as a premier small‑town destination in the Blue Ridge Mountains, blending a vibrant arts community with quirky attractions like the American Museum of the House Cat. The town recently launched the nation’s first fully accessible...
Mo Kachach completed a 350‑kilometre point‑to‑point ultra‑distance run from Tangier to Casablanca, finishing in 1 day 22 hours 18 minutes and 7 seconds over four consecutive days. The route traversed coastal roads, towns and countryside, symbolically linking northern and southern...
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Amtrak’s Maple Leaf offers a 544‑mile, 12.5‑hour rail journey from New York City to Toronto, traversing the Hudson River Valley, Finger Lakes wine region, and Niagara Falls. The service stops in historic small towns such as Hudson, Syracuse, and Buffalo,...
Outside Online marks Women’s History Month by curating a playlist of audio stories that celebrate pioneering women who reshaped outdoor pursuits. The collection spotlights early aviators such as Louise Thaden, the 1977 creators of the sports bra, Olympian Wilma Rudolph,...
Swedish outdoor‑tech firm Dometic has entered the premium drinkware arena with a modular system that can be configured in more than 400 ways. The collection pairs interchangeable bottles or tumblers with a variety of lids, straps and accessories, allowing users...
Riding discomfort often stems from ill‑fitting bike saddles, prompting Bicycling’s editors to test and rank 12 models for pressure relief and all‑day comfort. The guide highlights top picks across categories, from the Prologo Dimension Tirox for road and mountain use...
The Heart of Iowa Trail is a 21.3‑mile rail‑to‑trail corridor linking Slater, Huxley, Cambridge, Maxwell and Collins in central Iowa. The route follows a natural grass surface west from Cambridge, traversing open fields, wind turbines, and the Skunk River, with...
Skydream Caravans, a Chongqing‑based startup, is set to debut a luxury travel trailer that blends EV‑grade power, advanced driver‑assistance systems (ADAS) and smart‑home integration. The 26.5‑foot rig will feature dual 45‑85 kWh lithium batteries, a 1,100‑2,200 W solar roof, and one‑touch automated...
The article spotlights nine portable kitchen products designed to simplify eating on road trips and outdoor adventures, ranging from insulated food jars to cordless blenders. Prices span from $17 for a basic camp plate to $150 for a premium Yeti...
Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR) is set to unveil the Ozarks BDR‑X, a 480‑mile loop that begins and ends in Jasper, Arkansas. The route weaves through the Boston Mountains, Ozark‑St. Francis National Forest, and features iconic spots like the Arkansas Dragon...
Legendary surfer Gerry Lopez has partnered with North Action Sports (NSP) to launch the Pelican, a lightweight foilboard built for the Foil Drive electric‑assist system. The board features a rounded, forgiving shape and a subtle nose vee that promotes quick...
Jessica Chapel’s March 13, 2026 guide showcases 15 hand‑picked Airbnbs that sit within walking distance of Portugal’s premier surf breaks, from Nazaré’s giant waves to the Algarve’s quieter points. Each property was selected for Superhost status, guest ratings, amenities, design and proximity...
A Beacon on the Prairie: Retracing the Oregon Trail at Scotts Bluff National Monument https://t.co/tLFX7G0haf
In 1975 a New England climber achieved the first free ascent of the off‑width route Kama Sutra on Mt Arapiles, Australia, using a single 150‑foot 9 mm rope and scant protection. The climb featured a dramatic pendulum swing when his partner Ray...
An unusually strong south‑southwest swell hit Southern California this week, generating 3‑foot, 20‑second sets. The Wedge in Newport Beach recorded a massive 20‑foot face wave, described as a “freight train” by surf legend Kelly Slater. The wave slammed into the...
The newly renamed Hemlock Hut in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains opened in winter 2026 as a four‑guest, helipad‑accessed backcountry lodge. Isaac Kamink and Zoya Lynch expanded the original cabin, adding a sauna, deck and doubled floor space. The all‑inclusive package—guiding, meals...
The Ledge Boardshop podcast features Suge (Brett Scott) discussing the intersection of 90s hip‑hop, snowboard culture, and the latest gear innovations. He highlights the unique role of on‑mountain retail versus traditional town shops, emphasizing how location shapes product selection and...
The article argues that purposeful exhaustion can enhance learning and creativity. It cites a desert survival course where participants retain fire‑making skills better after sleepless nights, and the Saturday Night Live writing routine that leverages late‑night fatigue to lower inhibition...
The Overland Journal Podcast featured Katie Harris of Road Chose Me discussing how she merges human-powered trekking with vehicle-based overlanding across Australia, Iceland, and Tunisia. She shares personal stories of hiking the Camino de Santiago with her young daughter and...
Spring ushers in California’s brief but vibrant strawberry season, prompting dozens of farms to open U‑pick fields for the public. The article highlights four standout locations—Carlsbad Strawberry Company, Kenny’s Strawberry Farm, Tanaka Farms, and Three Nunns Farm—detailing their acreage, operating...
Early 2026 saw the release of two standout thru‑hiking memoirs: Heather Anderson’s *Farther*, chronicling her eight‑month, 8,000‑mile Calendar Year Triple Crown, and Derick “Mr. Fabulous” Lugo’s *A Fabulous Thru‑Hike*, recounting 3,100 miles on the Continental Divide Trail. Anderson’s narrative mixes...
Billabong Europe has revived the Anti Surf Project (ASP), a meta‑collective that backs artists, surfers and skaters across the continent. The group is launching its first month‑long party series alongside the debut of the film *Pirates, Not Porate*, which documents...
Valle Nevado in Chile announced a planned opening on June 14, 2026, with operations running through October 4. The resort is investing $3.3 million in pre‑winter upgrades, including the Aconcagua Ski Residences, expanded snowmaking, lift modernization, and new grooming equipment. A...
Today marks the 65th anniversary of Ama Dablam’s first successful ascent. The 6,814‑metre peak in Nepal’s Khumbu region, famed for its elegant “mother’s pendant” shape, was finally summited on March 13 1961 by a multinational team of New Zealand, British and American climbers....
Mechanical engineer Tamás László Zsida spent over a decade creating the Unmaker, a fully custom aluminum downhill bike built in his Budapest basement. The bike features a 210 mm rear travel, 190 mm front travel, dual Hope brakes, and a Marzocchi Monster T2...
Seabourn has unveiled The Denali Experience, an optional eight‑day, seven‑night pre‑cruise land program for its 2027‑2028 Alaska itineraries, extending voyages into Denali National Park. The itinerary includes a scenic rail journey, flightseeing over more than 6 million acres, wildlife encounters at...
Preparing an SUV for multi‑day overlanding demands a systematic approach that starts long before hitting the road. The article outlines essential mechanical checks—brakes, suspension, fluids, tires, and electrical systems—to ensure the vehicle can handle added weight. It also stresses organized...
The Mountain Hardwear Alakazam 60 is a 60‑liter, ultralight backpack built around the new ALUULA fabric, marketed for its waterproof, high‑strength properties. Weighing just under 2 lb, the pack costs $595 and features a roll‑top, side pockets, and a V‑shaped aluminum frame....
Australian adventurer‑chef Mario Kalpou is filming "Deadliest Dinners," an eight‑part documentary series for Binge/Foxtel. The show follows Kalpou as he ventures into some of Australia’s most hazardous landscapes to hunt wild, often dangerous ingredients. He collaborates with Indigenous custodians and...
Wolf Tooth has expanded its headset lineup with semi‑internal options that route cables through the headset while keeping them external to the stem. The new models feature Enduro stainless‑steel bearings, advanced sealing, and a custom seal for the cable entry...
John John Florence and Dane Reynolds recall their 2012 Japan session as the best waves of their careers. Fourteen years later, both have left the professional tour to launch their own surf‑centric businesses. They reunite on episode five of the...
