Bear Grylls is familiar with mountains – from climbing summits like Everest to base jumping from them. He says that one reason he loves the mountains is that they remind us of our place in the universe and about the importance of being humble. “The pecking order is pretty clear: mountain, weather, you,” he says in [...]
If you’ve been meaning to give meditation a try and you’ve been putting it off, here’s your official invitation: A new collaboration between Headspace and the National Parks Foundation is bringing you guided meditations and bedtime stories straight from your favorite parks. Headspace, a meditation app that offers “sleepcast” bedtime stories to help you wind [...]
On Sunday night, the Maryland State Police dispatched a rescue mission when a hiker and his dog got stuck on a cliff above the Shenandoah River, located in West Virginia. At around 10pm, Maryland State Police Aviation Command’s (MSPAC) Trooper 3 was called to a mountainous, heavily forested area of Harpers Ferry National Park. A [...]
America’s Dairyland is the land of amazing cheese, but Wisconsin is also home to some of the most stunning natural sites in the Midwest. Sandwiched between two Great Lakes, outdoor enthusiasts come here to admire one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Rocky Mountains, kayak along coastal sandstone cliffs, and hike through verdant forests. [...]
This week, scientists from the University of Utah detected approximately 60 earthquakes beneath Yellowstone National Park. Their report has caused some tourists to express concern about the safety of visiting the region, which is known for its seismic activity. The earthquakes all occurred within a 12-hour span on March 28. That may seem intense, but [...]
Portland might keep it weird—but the parks surrounding Oregon’s largest city are outlandishly beautiful, with plenty of sites to shock and awe. The Beaver State boasts an unreal number of unique and downlight quirky experiences, from the deepest lake in the country and ancient fossil beds to the caldera of an active volcano and the [...]
All around North America, the car-free park movement seems to be gaining steam. Last year, Rock Creek, a city park managed by the National Park Service in Washington D.C., decided to close five miles of its popular main road to cars. And now, the world-famous Banff National Park in Canada has announced a similar ban. [...]
Jackson Hole is a prime destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers—and we’re not only talking about snow-oriented activities in wintertime. This Wyoming hot spot is rife with natural beauty and plenty of options for enjoying it year-round. Here are our top 10 to check out whenever you book your trip. 1. Hiking the Grand [...]
You’ve seen the show celebrating “Tiny House Nation,” where people live in compact homes year round. While you may not want to mimic the lifestyle, perhaps a short stay in a tiny house could satisfy your itch for a simpler life? Whether you’re looking to rough it and go off the grid or be in [...]
Boasting access to four of the five Great Lakes, Michigan reigns supreme when it comes to freshwater coastline, making it a prime destination for kayaking, boating, fishing and swimming enthusiasts. The Wolverine State’s location also allows for diverse landscapes, including mountainous sand dunes, pristine islands, over 11,000 inland lakes and lush aspen and pine forests. [...]
