Today's Outdoors Pulse
Pack‑able outhouse unfolds in under two minutes for on‑the‑go sanitation
A new collapsible outhouse folds into a compact pack, allowing users to set up a private bathroom in less than two minutes. Designed for backcountry adventures, the lightweight unit promises quick deployment and easy transport.
Episode 280: Greg Nance - FKTs All over the World
Nonprofit entrepreneur Greg Nance joins host Heather Anderson to discuss his global Fastest Known Time (FKT) projects. He recounts pioneering runs in Cuba, Grenada, and Colombia and becoming the first to run from Puget Sound to Mount Rainier’s summit. Nance explains his systematic methodology for scouting and establishing new routes, emphasizing community engagement and environmental stewardship. The conversation also highlights how FKTs can inspire adventure tourism and grassroots nonprofit initiatives.
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This Is the Best Beach in the U.S.—and It Has 1,200-Foot Cliffs, 2 Beautiful Coves, and a Waterfall
Honopu Beach on Kauai’s Nā Pali Coast has been crowned the best U.S. beach by The World’s 50 Best Beaches, thanks to its dramatic 1,200‑foot cliffs, a waterfall, and two secluded coves. The site is a sacred Hawaiian burial ground and remains inaccessible by...
Neuhaus Metalworks Launches 32-Inch Rigid Mountain Bike
California framebuilder Neuhaus Metalworks has introduced the Nova32, a rigid mountain bike built around oversized 32‑inch wheels. The bike features a steel Hummingbird‑derived tubeset and a carbon fork, targeting long‑distance cross‑country riders seeking higher speeds on rough terrain. Neuhaus will...
Klättermusen Launches New Hiking Gear With a Freaky Folklore Film
Swedish outdoor brand Klättermusen unveiled its Go Feel Wild collection, introducing lightweight, waterproof pieces such as the Barrö Shirt and Vingner Anorak that use the quick‑dry Oculus fabric. The launch is paired with a short folklore‑inspired film, “Forest Bound,” which showcases the gear...
How to Find the Perfect Used ATV for Sale
Buying a used ATV can deliver capability at a fraction of new‑model cost, but the market’s variety creates hidden risks. Prospective owners must first identify the specific type—utility, sport, or youth—that matches their intended use, then set a total budget...
Shade Systems for Campers, Vans, and Overland Rigs
Shade systems are becoming essential accessories for campers, vans, and overland rigs, turning open‑air sites into comfortable living spaces. A well‑designed awning mitigates heat, UV exposure, and sudden rain, extending usable square footage and protecting gear. Choosing the right system...
Ticket Sales For Crystal Cave In Sequoia National Park To Open March 16
Ticket sales for the 2026 Crystal Cave season open on March 16, 2026 at 9 a.m. online. Guided tours, operated by the Sequoia Parks Conservancy, will run from May 22 through November 1, 2026, offering 50‑minute explorations of the park’s only public cave....
Samara Unveils Reimagined Exclusive-Use Safari Villa, The Manor
Samara Karoo Reserve has relaunched its four‑suite, exclusive‑use safari villa, The Manor, after a comprehensive refurbishment. The property now accommodates up to eight guests and features a 21‑metre pool, a panoramic gym, and a newly built boma for starlit dining....
The Neuhaus NOVA32 Is a 32-Inch MTB You Can Actually Buy
Neuhaus has launched the NOVA32, a 32‑inch rigid mountain bike built on a quad‑butted 4130 steel frame with a carbon fork and Maxxis Aspen 32×2.4" tires. Frames are in limited stock and ship now, with three size options (M/L, L,...
Volcanic Eruption Causes Closure Of Kīlauea Summit In Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
On March 10, 2026, Kīlauea volcano erupted for its 43rd episode, sending lava fountains up to 1,300 feet and generating hazardous tephra. The National Park Service closed the summit area and Highway 11 between mile markers 24‑40 as football‑sized volcanic fragments rained...
Peg Leg’s Calendar Year Triple Crown Gear List
In 2025 the author completed a Calendar Year Triple Crown, hiking roughly 8,500 miles across the United States while using a largely unchanged gear set from the previous year. The core kit featured a Pa’lante Ultraweave Desert Pack, Zpacks Plex...
The Best Spring Bass Fishing Lures
The article outlines the top spring bass fishing lures, featuring expert insights from Derek Brundle, Sam Strech and Chris Mitchell. It highlights glidebaits, frogs and stickbaits, and swimming worms as the most effective options for targeting aggressive, spawning bass in shallow, structured water....
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Here's How to Get the Most Out of Your National Park Trip, According to Rangers—Plus, The Biggest Mistake Visitors Make
National‑park rangers warn that visitors frequently misjudge the sheer size of parks, leading to unrealistic itineraries and missed attractions. They stress the importance of researching travel distances, allowing flexibility, and having backup plans, especially given limited cell coverage. Rangers also...
Three-Month Pilgrimage Begins: NYC to Thailand
3 month pilgrimage starts this morning. NYC > Austin > Tucson > Thailand Let the adventures begin 💜🦋💜🌈
Patagonia's Climbing Backpack Might Just Be the Perfect Rugged Weekender Bag for Couples
Patagonia’s 44‑liter Free Wall Pack, originally built for two‑person big‑wall climbs, is being highlighted as an ideal rugged weekend bag for couples. The pack features abrasion‑resistant 420‑denier recycled nylon, PFAS‑free DWR coating, and offset webbing loops for versatile gear attachment, while...
Is a Private-Island Paradise in Turks and Caicos Worth the Price? I Went to Find Out.
The New York Times travel piece chronicles a four‑day stay on Pine Cay, an 800‑acre private island off Turks and Caicos that hosts roughly 40 exclusive homes and a high‑end beachfront resort. The author describes the ultra‑luxury experience, from rapid boat...
Daylight Savings Is Finally Here. These Are the Best Places to Watch the Sunset in California.
With daylight‑saving time now in effect, California’s evenings stay bright later, prompting a surge of interest in prime sunset locations. The article highlights nine standout spots—from Goleta’s beach parks to Lake Tahoe’s Eagle Rock Trailhead—each offering unique coastal or alpine...
National Park Service Proposes Changes To Buffalo National River Visitor Plan
The National Park Service released a draft update to the Buffalo National River visitor management plan, the first revision since 1983. The proposal calls for roughly 320 new parking spaces, realignment of roads and trails, and moving campsites out of...
Taos Ski Valley Announces Winter 2027 Season Passes with Pass Assurance Included for the First Time
Taos Ski Valley unveiled its Winter 2027 season passes, introducing six tiered options at the lowest prices of the year. For the first time, Pass Assurance is included for free on all passes bought during the Spring Pass Sale, allowing refunds...
Review: Shimano XTR 9220 Brakes - Consistency Is Key
Shimano's XTR 9220 hydraulic disc brakes debut with a redesigned lever body, low‑viscosity mineral oil, and refined reach and free‑stroke adjustments. Priced at $670 for the pair, the brakes weigh 294 g front and deliver a consistent bite point while reducing...
Review: Trickstuff's Maxima Brakes Are Fancy and Finicky
Trickstuff’s Maxima brake system, priced from €1,300, offers a CNC‑finished, ultra‑smooth lever feel and a highly progressive power curve, but its small pistons and lack of bite‑point adjustment limit raw stopping power. The brakes require proprietary Bionol oil and a...
Altra Experience Wild 3+ Trail Runner Review
The Altra Experience Wild 3+ Trail Runner is positioned as a versatile, light‑trail shoe that blends protection, stability, and moderate cushioning. It features a 4 mm heel‑to‑toe drop, Vibram Megagrip outsole, and Altra’s signature roomy toe box, targeting both men and...
The Noise Before the Silence
Katy Eldred reflects on a hectic start to 2026, juggling a new jiu‑jitsu routine, a demanding work schedule, and preparation for the Pacific Crest Trail. Late‑night training and irregular meals have cut her sleep to under seven hours, leaving her...
Climber Rescued After 700-Foot Fall on California Peak
An injured Bay Area climber was rescued after a roughly 700‑foot fall on Mount Shasta, one of the first major search‑and‑rescue incidents on the peak this year. Two climbers, ages 19 and 20, reached the summit before a slip in...
Scientists Suggest Modifying Cars to Hit Fewer Hedgehogs
Researchers at the University of Oxford have demonstrated that European hedgehogs can hear ultrasonic frequencies up to 85 kHz, with peak sensitivity near 40 kHz. The team recorded auditory brain‑stem responses from twenty rescued hedgehogs and produced a 3‑D micro‑CT model of...
Spring 2026 Small-Ship Adventure Travel News & Trends
AdventureSmith Explorations reports Alaska remains its top market, comprising nearly half of 2026 bookings and filling fast for the April season. The company notes a shift in Antarctica travel, with penguin hatching now occurring in December and record‑breaking southernmost positions...
REVIEW: Shokz OpenFit Pro Headphones
Shokz has launched the OpenFit Pro, its most advanced open‑ear headphone to date, adding active noise reduction, Dolby Atmos spatial sound and a dual‑diaphragm SuperBoost driver. The device features a sturdier aluminum‑mesh build, a 10‑band EQ, and a triple‑microphone array that...
Things I Hope to Learn From the AT – Part 2
In this personal essay, Lena B reflects on her upcoming Appalachian Trail thru‑hike, focusing on cultivating presence, embracing minimalism, and committing to practice. She describes a vivid contrast between a summer moment and a winter one, highlighting how much of...
How a Malaysian Detour Helped Stefan De Bod Bounce Back to the European Peloton
South African rider Stefan de Bod was released by EF Education‑EasyPost after the 2024 season and missed a contract with Q36.5 after Tom Pidcock’s arrival. Facing limited options, he joined Malaysian Continental team Terengganu to maintain a solid race program. The stint...
Iran War Forces World Climbing (IFSC) to Cancel In-Person General Assembly in Saudi Arabia
World Climbing (IFSC) cancelled its 2026 in‑person general assembly in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, moving the meeting online on April 23 due to escalating conflict between Iran and Saudi Arabia. The decision follows intercepted Iranian drone activity near Riyadh, reported casualties, and...
"Football-Sized" Volcanic Fragments Rain Down On Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
The Kīlauea volcano erupted Tuesday, sending football‑sized volcanic fragments onto several overlooks in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. A towering plume rose 25,000 feet, marking the 43rd episode of the eruption that began in December 2024. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory responded by raising...
Evoc's Mountain Bike Bag Pro Keeps the Handlebars On
Evoc unveiled the Mountain Bike Bag Pro, a soft‑side travel case that lets riders keep their handlebars attached by simply loosening the stem bolts. Priced at $1,000 (€795), the case measures 145 × 99 × 36 cm and weighs 9 kg empty, pushing it beyond most...
Saudi Arabia’s Adrena Wave Pool, Through the Eyes of a Canadian Surf Photographer
A Canadian surf photographer traveled to Saudi Arabia to film marketing content for Endless Surf’s new wave pool at the Adrena park. The facility uses filtered Red Sea saltwater and offers fully customizable wave settings, from slab sections to air...
Ultra Swimmer Jono Ridler Comes Ashore in Napier as End to Epic Swim Draws Closer
Ultra‑swimmer Jono Ridler, 35, is attempting a record‑breaking 1,388 km unassisted coast‑to‑coast swim down New Zealand’s east shoreline. He arrived at Napier’s Perfume Point after covering roughly 996.5 km, just shy of the 1,000 km milestone. The swim, conducted in togs with a two‑boat...
'We're on the Way Back': Ineos Takes First TTT Win in Five Years at Paris-Nice
Ineos Grenadiers captured their first team time‑trial victory in five years on stage three of Paris‑Nice, edging Lidl‑Trek by just two seconds. The win was anchored by recent signings Kevin Vauquelin and Oscar Onley, reinforcing a refreshed roster. Head of...
Trump Administration Again Sued Over Alaska Public Lands "Giveaway"
Environmental coalitions have filed a new lawsuit against the Trump administration for revoking Public Land Orders 5150 and 5180, which would open roughly 2.1 million acres in Alaska—including a 211‑mile Ambler Road corridor through Gates of the Arctic National Park—to mining...
Open-Ear Vs. Bone Conduction Headphones: Which Delivers Better Sound?
Open‑ear and bone‑conduction headphones are gaining traction among outdoor athletes seeking situational awareness. Bone‑conduction models, popularized by Shokz, transmit audio via vibrations through the skull, while open‑ear designs use tiny speakers that project sound waves into the ear canal. Both...
Why I Wear Long Earrings on All My Hardest Offwidth Climbs
The author explains how wearing long earrings on demanding off‑width climbs became a personal power ritual, starting with early trips to Vedauwoo alongside climbers Mary Eden and Kaya Lindsay. The earrings, once seen as a safety risk, turned into a...
Grand Canyon Official Says Fire Damage Will Make Trails Dangerous for Years
The Dragon Bravo wildfire scorched 145,000 acres of the Grand Canyon's North Rim last summer, destroying over 70 structures and depositing five to six feet of rock, ash, and dirt on the North Kaibab Trail. Trail Supervisor Adam Gibson warns...
Mitigating the Damage: My Strategy for Intake on the CDT (TRAILS Series, Part 4)
The author outlines a detailed intake strategy for the 2026 Continental Divide Trail, emphasizing the need to sustain 5,000‑7,000 daily calories over five months. He explains how chronic calorie deficits trigger muscle catabolism, immune suppression, and injury risk. Because remote...
How Photography Fuels Public Land Conservation
Boundary Waters Podcast Ep. 127 – Photography and the Preservation of Public Lands, with Bryan Hansel https://wtip.org/archives/boundary-waters-podcast-ep-127-photography-and-preservation-of-public-lands-with-bryan-hansel/
Van Der Poel Bests Del Toro in Classics-Style Finish of Tirreno Stage 2
Mathieu van der Poel claimed victory on stage 2 of the Tirreno‑Adriatico after a decisive break on the final sterrato and a three‑rider sprint. Isaac del Toro finished second but moved into the overall lead, with Giulio Pellizzari a single second...
First Grizzly Bear Of The Season Spotted In Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park biologists spotted the first spring grizzly on March 9, where the male bear was scavenging a bull bison carcass. The timing matches recent years—2025’s first sighting was March 14, 2024’s was March 3, and 2022‑2023 fell on March 7. Male grizzlies...
“Report Card” Measures Congress Members’ Commitment To Wildlife Conservation
Defenders of Wildlife released its 2025 Conservation Report Card evaluating the 119th Congress’s votes on federal wildlife protections. The report flags a House vote that removed Endangered Species Act safeguards for the longfin smelt and gray wolf, and a Senate...
Quick Strike Podcast: Why More Anglers Are Suddenly Obsessed with This Hard-Fighting Fish
Jack Crevalle, once dismissed as a table nuisance, are gaining a reputation as a premier in‑shore sport fish. Early‑season south‑wind events along the South Florida coast produce massive schools that attract light‑tackle and fly anglers. Angler Zach Miller highlights fly‑fishing...
Outside’s Spring 2026 Issue and How the Right Destination Unlocks Your Better Self
Kevin Sintumuang’s editorial in Outside’s Spring 2026 issue argues that choosing the right travel destination can unlock hidden facets of one’s personality, a lesson he learned during a week at Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape in Bali. He contrasts forced discomfort...
Meet the Gore Mountain Ski Patroller Racing for Paralympic Gold
Kelsey O’Driscoll, a former Gore Mountain ski patroller, will debut at the 2026 Milano‑Cortina Paralympics after a dramatic comeback from a 2021 spinal‑cord injury and subsequent severe asthma. Within five years she earned a U.S. national‑team spot, captured U.S. titles,...
Give Input on the New Mexico Rio Grande Trail
The Rio Grande Trail, a north‑south corridor spanning more than 300 miles across New Mexico, currently has a missing segment between Santa Fe and Taos counties. The Radavist, in partnership with state and local agencies, has drafted three alignment options...
A New Lift Will Unlock 1,000 Acres of Steep Expert Terrain at This Utah Resort
Powder Mountain in Utah announced a $40 million multi‑year expansion that will bring lift service to its famed DMI (Don’t Mention It) zone. The new Skytrac fixed‑grip triple chair will open over 1,000 acres of steep, expert terrain, raising the resort’s lift‑served...
Squamish Access Society Legend and Climbing Trail-Builder Brian Moorhead Retires
Brian Moorhead, the longest‑serving director of the Squamish Access Society, stepped down after 22 years on the board, transitioning to a non‑voting associate role. Over his decades‑long volunteer career he designed and maintained iconic trails such as the Murrin Park climber’s loop and...