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On the Camino de Santiago, Jos" Andr"s Recovers from the Weight of the World
3+ hour, 7+ min ago (1926+ words) Somewhere around kilometer three, Jos" Andr"s stepped off the trail and crouched beside an old oak tree. He pressed his hand against the bark. I wasn't sure why, and then he said: "North." You could always tell by the…...
New Research Found a Natural Mosquito Repellent That Works as Well as DEET
5+ hour, 21+ min ago (707+ words) Key Takeaways: A recent study found that adding patchouli oil to unscented cream to make an essential-oil-based lotion for the skin protects against mosquitoes just as effectively as DEET. This offers a natural alternative to chemical bug repellents. Entomologists and…...
Rare White Loon: A Photographer's Once-in-a-Lifetime Discovery
1+ day, 18+ min ago (194+ words) I didn't realize at the time that I would find a once-in-a-lifetime bird. The white loonlet had a rare genetic condition called leucism, which causes partial or total loss of pigmentation. Unlike albinism, which is a complete lack of melanin,…...
Climbing Mount Everest Will Never Easy. Mountaineers Explain Why.
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (1410+ words) Climbing Mount Everest was once seen as perhaps the most arduous activity a human could endure. But in recent decades, the reputation of the mountain and those who climb it has changed. Today, the contemporary view of Everest is that…...
The Feds Are Coming After Grand-Staircase Escalante. Scientists Are Furious.
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (714+ words) In the remote canyons of Utah's Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, a battle over public land protections is quietly unfolding. More than 150 researchers and scientific institutions have called on lawmakers to reject legislation that would strip Grand Staircase-Escalante of federal protections…...
I've Tested Outdoor Gear for Years'This Is the Smartest Way to Save Money Right Now
1+ mon, 20+ hour ago (407+ words) It's no secret the economy has been unpredictable recently, and even if your job hasn't been hit, you've probably felt the pinch of inflation. The outdoor industry is no exception, with outdoor gear prices increasing 11 percent in the past year....
This Daredevil Was Set to Make Wingsuit History. Then a Snake Bit Him.
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (535+ words) British adventurer Tim Howell was planning to set a record for the world's highest wingsuit flight, launching himself off a ridge near the summit of the Himalayan peak Lhotse, when a venomous snake bit him on the finger. Now he's…...
What to Do in and Around Denver While You're Here for Outside Days
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (310+ words) Inspired by the amazing music at Outside Days? Check out Red Rocks. The iconic outdoor amphitheater is a must-see when visiting Denver, offering everything from concerts to yoga to movie screenings to scenic hiking trails. And don't miss Dinosaur Ridge:…...
The Best Retractable Car Awning: Kammok Crosswing Review
3+ day, 22+ min ago (735+ words) This $1, 150 Car Awning Is a Splurge Worth Every Penny Outside Magazine The Best Car Awning Is The One That's Easiest to Set Up You could make an argument that attaching an awning to your car is unnecessary, bordering on ridiculous....
Outside Talks to Jack Johnson About His New Film SURFILMUSIC
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (508+ words) Most of the world knows Jack Johnson for his mellow, feel-good songs like "Banana Pancakes" and "Better Together." His is the type of music that stirs up memories and transports you to a happy place. But, long before Johnson was…...