There are about 160 California Condors living wild in the state, and earlier this week, roughly one in ten of them congregated on Cinda Mickols’ deck and trashed the place. She lives north of Los Angeles, in a hilly, arid zone that the birds prefer. She’d see them soaring in the distance occasionally, but never […] More
This week’s guest is Melanie Radzicki McManus. She is a freelance travel writer, speaker, and author of Thousand-Miler: Adventures Hiking the Ice Age Trail. She has hiked over 7,200+ miles (11,587 km) and counting and wants to inspire and encourage everyone to give it a try. https://thethousandmiler.com Destination Recommendations Gary: On the Ice age trail – […] More
Awhile back, we posted the above photo on Instagram and out of the legions of people who liked or commented, one citizen saw past the giant pincers belonging to the sheep crab to the footwear on the human. “What sandals are those? They look rad.” Indeed, they are rad. They are the Bedrock Cairn Pro […] More
Sharks are out there. Surfers know this, but unless you actually see the thing, it’s pretty easy to pretend they aren’t just inches below your fingers and toes. These surfers off the coast of Southern California, seem blissfully unaware of this white shark, even as they glide within an easy biting distance. Source link More
From its snow-topped peaks to its moody Pacific shoreline, there are so many things to do in Juneau Alaska that a cruise pit stop might not be long enough. While the cruise ship terminal in Juneau does bring in a lot of traffic to Alaska’s capital city, it’s the visitors that come to stay awhile […] More
Andrew Steven is a professional podcaster and self-proclaimed “reluctant hiker” who, at age 32, decided to make a radical departure in his sedentary life to train for a thru-hike of the John Muir Trail. Naturally, he made a podcast about it, Trail Weight, which is available here, and which is excellent. (Click here for a […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonCastbox | Stitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript Historically, in the aftermath of a battle, there was nothing formal in place to take care of injured or captured combatants. There was nothing formally or informally that dictated how such people should be treated. […] More
More than ever before, people are looking to mark big moments in their lives with an unforgettable adventure. Whether it’s a monumental occasion or you’ve just changed out of sweatpants, we’ve got more than a few memorable ways to celebrate. Maybe you’re ready for the challenge of a Machu Picchu trek? Or you really just […] More
This story has been generating traffic lately, so we figured people must be searching for footwear. Thought we’d put it back on homepage for new readers to check out. – Ed. During a particularly unpleasant trip to my podiatrist a few months back, I winced as he deciphered x-rays of my jacked up feet. I’d […] More
Not long after taking office, President Biden issued an executive order to conserve and protect 30 percent of U.S. lands and freshwater and 30 percent of the nation’s seas. It has since been referred to as the 30×30 plan. Other than the goals, little about how the plan will be implemented has been released to […] More
Love cycling? Love coffee? Love them both together because it’s great to throw down a double espresso then ride ride ride really fast really far, then have another espresso, and boom, boys, now we’re really flying, faster faster, more riding, what’s a hill, who cares about hills, so fast, legs fell good, another coffee would […] More
“The bond with a true dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth will ever be.” Konrad Lorenz There aren’t many sports where women and men are on a precisely level playing field, physiologically speaking. A strength-to-weight ratio may give one gender a narrow advantage in one activity, whereas another sport may favor […] More
Unlike New York or San Francisco, people don’t automatically picture all the cool things to do in Milwaukee. There are so many other American cities to visit first, right? Well, we are about to change your opinion and show you why you should visit Milwaukee! There are so many unique things to do in Milwaukee […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonCastbox | Stitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript In the United States, there are awards given in many fields of entertainment. For Broadway productions, they have the Tony Awards. Television has the Emmy Awards. Music has the Grammy Awards, and Movies have the […] More
Sam Fisher, Dennis Leupen, and Luke Garner were out of work because of the pandemic, so they had plenty of time on their hands. They decided to travel from LA to Montana via train. Freight train. Illegal, dangerous, difficult. But also, something so many young people have fantasized about. They’re photographers, filmmakers, and writers, so […] More
Are you busy planning an upcoming road trip? Are you doing all your research to ensure your itinerary hits all the highlights, attractions, and stops along the way? Do you want to be sure that the road trip goes off without a hitch? Planning will of course help ensure there are no surprises, but it’s […] More
The name is impossibly perfect: Jail Canyon. That’s where a 40-acre marijuana growing operation was discovered last week. Park rangers discovered the site after a fly by of the site, to the west side of the Panamint Mountains, and posted an aerial photo to their Facebook page. “Do you notice anything unusual about this image […] More
Home to black sand beaches, sparkling lagoons, and misty highland peaks, the island of Floreana, on the Galápagos, has an extraordinary array of natural attractions. The sixth-largest island in the Galápagos Archipelago is a major draw for wildlife watchers, with biological wonders both on land and below the waves. Aside from its natural allure, Floreana […] More
Are you planning a trip or a move to the Golden State? California is the place to be. People from all walks of life live in this sunny state, from farmers to tech gurus, even celebrities. How much do you know about California? For most people, their California knowledge starts and ends with Hollywood. They know that […] More
“Seriously though, these things are kind of ridiculous, right? Is it really that much better than sleeping on the ground?” This was me. I honestly said this to a Yakima rep at Outdoor Retailer a few years ago, standing in front of a rooftop tent (RTT) mounted to a pickup, festooned with overlanding accessories, parked […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonCastbox | Stitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript In 1173, the Italian city of Pisa was on top of the world. They were a significant commercial power in Italy, commanded a sizable Mediterranean fleet, and wanted to demonstrate their power to the world. […] More
When “back in the day” really was back in the day, February 1922 to be precise, Jean and Jacques Landry, Jacques Bergues, and cameraman Charles Perryman made the first winter ascent of Mt. Rainier. The foursome climbed, skinned, climbed some more, and planted an American flag on the summit on a cold but flawless day. […] More
Are you in the process of planning your first golf holiday? Have you decided that the best vacation for you is one that combines a beautiful and interesting destination with plenty of golfing opportunities? Mixing sport with fun has long since been a popular holiday theme, and golfing is one of the most widely embraced […] More
While the coronavirus pandemic essentially brought the cruise industry to a screeching halt, it seems that cruises are going to be back in full swing very soon. Prices for a lot of these cruises are also very cheap as companies try to lure back their customers. But with so many cruise options out there, it […] More
From the outback to the gold coast, Australia has some of the most incredible landscapes in the world. So why see just one? Road trips allow you to take in everything a country has to offer. And when it comes to this country, you’ll be in awe everywhere you go. But with such an array […] More
In May 2019, along the Appalachian Trail, James L. Jordan fatally stabbed Ronald S. Sanchez Jr., and wounded another hiker, Kirby Morrill, who survived by playing dead. They were in Southwest Virginia, when the attack took place. Jordan was charged with one count of murder and one count of assault with intent to murder. lawyers […] More
In today’s post, I’m going to provide a review of the Canon EOS R5 mirrorless camera from a professional travel photography viewpoint. I’m going to share my experiences using the camera in the real world, including both what I like about it and things I think could be improved. Some background before we begin. I’m […] More
Big Sur has been in the news recently, as plans are made to re-open Highway One after a devastating rockslide took out the only road in or out of the place. That made us think back to this previously published tale of Big Sur backpacking, a newb’s first trip, first solo trip, and still, his […] More
When taking one of our many road trips through California, one of our favourite stops was Yosemite National Park. We had heard so much about it for years and couldn’t wait to see the Half Dome and El Capitan with our own eyes. Located in the Central Sierra Nevada of California Yosemite is known for […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonCastbox | Stitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript In October 1970, a blind woman accidentally entered into a Los Angeles County welfare office with a child in tow. The staff in the office immediately noticed the odd girl with the woman. She walked […] More
Portland’s Griffin Washburn plays music as Goth Babe. He lives in a camper van, travels with his dog, surfs, camps, snowboards, climbs, just generally does the fun Oregon things. Washburn also suffers from PTSD after a terrifying robbery at the point of a gun. Somehow, the combination of Washburn’s outdoor adventures helps soothe that PTSD. […] More
May 3, 2021 Wanted: Are You an Adventurous Doctor With Some Free Time This Summer? This request for a doctor to accompany a cyclist for the Race Across America came through our online editor’s local chatboard. It sounds like an incredible opportunity. Read the blurb below, and if interested, contact [email protected] and he’ll put you […] More
This week’s guest is Xiomara Rodriguez, Director of Marketing & Communications at DiscoverPuertoRico.com Topics Discussed Puerto Rica after 2017 Hurricane Maria Infrastructure is back to normal. Tourism and hospitality took advantage of the time after Maria and remodeled and refreshed their properties and attractions. Puerto Rico during the Pandemic The tourism industry was hit really hard, but […] More
Personally, I don’t use inner tubes anymore. Also, I’m more of a give the tire a quick squeeze and go kind of rider. I don’t even own a separate pressure gauge aside from the cheap one built into my floor pump. So, I’m not really the target market for this new, very fancy inner tube […] More
Just like you, I live with the fear of wildfire. My southern Oregon town of Ashland nestles against the foothills of the Siskiyou Mountains, whose forests become tinder in our hot, dry summers. One lightning strike or tossed cigarette on the wrong windy day, and Ashland could be destroyed as completely as the town of […] More
The Lostine river snakes through the Wallowa range in Oregon before being tripped up by a series of dams in the lowlands. Those dams have decimated the native Chinook salmon population, a story repeated up and down the west coast. But here, members of the Nez Perce tribe and farmers with land abutting the Lostine […] More
Whitefish Mountain / Big Mountain Road (15 miles, 1850′ gain) If you consider yourself a road rider in Whitefish, you’re going to climb Whitefish Mountain sooner or later. In part, because it’s a right of passage, but mostly because of its breathtaking views. Along the way, you’ll see Whitefish Lake, Whitefish Mountain, and downtown Whitefish. […] More
Five days in New York City is the perfect amount of time to see all of the iconic NYC attractions and neighborhoods. Our 5 days in New York itinerary will help you plan an excellent vacation to the Big Apple blending the popular New York City sites with a few lesser-known destinations. After reading on […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonCastbox | Stitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript She was never intended to be a queen. She wasn’t the firstborn and the rules of the time didn’t support her as a woman. Yet through cunning and guile, she managed to take power. As […] More
2020 sucked. In 2021 I’m allowing myself to dream, thinking about traveling again. I have tentative plans. My diary’s full of the possibility of fun, and the thought of a trip to Lake Comodo, my first potential outing, brings a smile to my face. Auctions Sort By It seems so long since I’ve been able […] More
There is a new playground for luxury hotels in Europe. Montenegro not only houses Aman Sveti Stefan, but just one and a half hours drive along the coast from the Aman, you will find yet another luxury hotel jewel edging the Adriatic sea, One&Only Portonovi. Auctions Sort By Wherever you decide to stay, at a […] More
The world-famous road to Hana is one of the must-do experiences when visiting Maui. It can be overwhelming planning what to see when you have limited time. So we’ve rounded up all The road to Hana stops that we did on Maui’s epic coastal drive. The Road to Hana, aka The Hana Highway, takes you […] More
Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonCastbox | Stitcher | Podcast Republic | RSS | Patreon Transcript In the year 480 BC, one of the most famous battles in history took place on the shore of the Malian Gulf in the Aegean Sea. Several thousand Greeks held back several hundred thousand Persians, […] More
If you are looking for a luxurious nano leather handbag, look no further. We outline the 10 best designer mini handbags below. Just in case you’re not au fait with our mini gems, these handbags are large enough to fit your purse, a small hairbrush, makeup, and bits. They will fit what you need, without […] More
The Big Island of Hawaii not only lives up to its name in size but also in adventure. There are just so many places to see and adventures to be had, you can see why it makes for an epic road trip. A lot of the best things to do on the Big Island of […] More
Transcript Every year of May 1st, people all around the northern hemisphere celebrate the arrival of spring. A day we call May Day. But it is also the day that communist countries held military parades, and the Soviets would show off all of their military strength in public. Mayday is also the international distress signal […] More
If you’re dreaming about heading to Florida for a little vacation, you’re not alone. With a record breaking 120+ million tourists visiting Florida back in 2018, there’s little doubt Florida is one of North America’s most popular places. Between the world class amusement parks, the miles and miles of gorgeous white sand beaches, the lushness […] More
Woodcock Cove is 64 acres of undeveloped land with dozens of climbing routes in eastern Tennessee and now it’s protected after being purchased by the Access Fund and the Southeastern Climbers Coalition. The climbing is on sandstone cliffs, including a freestanding tower 75 feet tall. The area was previously private property, and climbers had an […] More
In the Kaçkar Mountains of Turkey, snowboarding is a very old tradition. Well, not like, snowboarding snowboarding, but sliding on the snow on a board, which is the essence of it after all, anyway. This film from Patagonia gets to the ancient fun of the practice. Source link More
When Adventure Journal last spoke to Tracy Stone-Manning in September, we wanted her take on William Perry Pendley, the mustachioed ex-oil lobbyist who had been calling the shots at the Bureau of Land Management for the previous 14 months, despite never being confirmed by the Senate. A federal judge had just ruled that Pendley’s tenure […] More