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To Save a Predator, Maybe You Have to Get Close. Very Close
Jul 2, 2025
To Save a Predator, Maybe You Have to Get Close. Very Close
Jul 2, 2025
Jul 2, 2025
After a Series of Backcountry Dog Rescues, Colorado SAR Teams Alert Hikers
Jun 30, 2025
After a Series of Backcountry Dog Rescues, Colorado SAR Teams Alert Hikers
Jun 30, 2025
Jun 30, 2025
Infamous "Mailbox Peak" Sees Five Search and Rescue Calls in One Week
Jun 27, 2025
Infamous "Mailbox Peak" Sees Five Search and Rescue Calls in One Week
Jun 27, 2025
Jun 27, 2025
“An Eerie Sight.” Yellowstone Tourists Watched a Bison Fall Into a Hot Spring and Die.
Jun 25, 2025
“An Eerie Sight.” Yellowstone Tourists Watched a Bison Fall Into a Hot Spring and Die.
Jun 25, 2025
Jun 25, 2025
Rescuers Saved a Hypothermic Hiker on Mount Washington
Jun 23, 2025
Rescuers Saved a Hypothermic Hiker on Mount Washington
Jun 23, 2025
Jun 23, 2025
A Washington Sheriff Wants to Charge Negligent Hikers for Rescue
Jun 23, 2025
A Washington Sheriff Wants to Charge Negligent Hikers for Rescue
Jun 23, 2025
Jun 23, 2025
This Indie Horror Film With Alex Honnold Is About As Good As You’d Expect
Jun 21, 2025
This Indie Horror Film With Alex Honnold Is About As Good As You’d Expect
Jun 21, 2025
Jun 21, 2025
AI Could End the GoPro Influencer Era. We'll Be Better for It
Jun 19, 2025
AI Could End the GoPro Influencer Era. We'll Be Better for It
Jun 19, 2025
Jun 19, 2025
National Park Service Order: No “Negative” Information About American History
Jun 18, 2025
National Park Service Order: No “Negative” Information About American History
Jun 18, 2025
Jun 18, 2025
A Lost Hiker Survived for 9 Days in the Himalayas by Eating Insects
Jun 17, 2025
A Lost Hiker Survived for 9 Days in the Himalayas by Eating Insects
Jun 17, 2025
Jun 17, 2025
Owen Clarke
Sending with Eyes Wide Shut: The Blind Climber Leading Trad Across the UK
Jun 8

Jun 8 Sending with Eyes Wide Shut: The Blind Climber Leading Trad Across the UK

Owen Clarke
Climbing, Interviews

Jesse Dufton recently became the first blind climber to FA a multi-pitch route. But he’s indifferent to “firsts.”

Destination: Valley of Fire State Park
Jun 5

Jun 5 Destination: Valley of Fire State Park

Owen Clarke
PeakVisor

Valley of Fire State Park is a 46,000-acre state park in the Mojave Desert. Open since 1934, it is the oldest state park in Nevada.

The 13 Most Ridiculous (and Interesting) Mountain Records
May 31

May 31 The 13 Most Ridiculous (and Interesting) Mountain Records

Owen Clarke
Climbing, Humor

From high-altitude ATMs to walking up Kilimanjaro backward, here are some of the weirdest alpine records.

Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
May 30

May 30 Spring Mountains National Recreation Area

Owen Clarke
PeakVisor

The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is a 316,000-acre swathe of mountains and high desert in southern Nevada.

Alain Robert Interview: Legendary Climber Speaks on Free Soloing
May 26

May 26 Alain Robert Interview: Legendary Climber Speaks on Free Soloing

Owen Clarke
Climbing House, Interviews

The controversial French “Spiderman,” known for his illegal building climbs, was also a pioneering soloist on rock in the 1980s and 90s.

Outdoor Bouldering: Beginner’s Guide
May 26

May 26 Outdoor Bouldering: Beginner’s Guide

Owen Clarke
Climbing House

Today, most climbers learn to boulder indoors, but outdoor rock is where the fun’s at! In this article, we’ll learn everything we need to know about tackling bouldering problems outside.

The Best Approach Shoes of 2023
May 25

May 25 The Best Approach Shoes of 2023

Owen Clarke
Outside, Reviews

Grippy, durable climbing footwear that will get you to the wall (and back) in comfort and style.

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
May 25

May 25 Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

Owen Clarke
PeakVisor

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is a system of canyons, rock formations, and high desert plains in the Mojave Desert. It’s highest

I Climbed the Highest Peak in the Americas — Here's How You Can, Too
May 22

May 22 I Climbed the Highest Peak in the Americas — Here's How You Can, Too

Owen Clarke
Travel and Leisure

An expert hiker takes on Argentina’s Aconcagua — and shows that reaching the summit is actually achievable, even for hikers without technical climbing experience.

Rock Climbing at the Olympics: Disciplines and Results
May 20

May 20 Rock Climbing at the Olympics: Disciplines and Results

Owen Clarke
Climbing House

Everything you need to know about sport climbing’s Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games!

Outdoor Bouldering: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide
May 19

May 19 Outdoor Bouldering: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Owen Clarke
Climbing House

Bouldering is one of the most popular disciplines of rock climbing. It’s also the least technical and most affordable, a great choice for new climbers!

The 7 Best Bouldering Areas in the US
May 15

May 15 The 7 Best Bouldering Areas in the US

Owen Clarke
Climbing House

In every corner of the USA, there’s at least one world-class boulderfield. Here are some of my personal favorites!

What is Free Climbing?
May 11

May 11 What is Free Climbing?

Owen Clarke
Climbing House

What is free climbing? Is free climbing the same as free soloing? Is top roping free climbing? Is bouldering? Let’s hash it out.

MacGillycuddy's Reeks
May 9

May 9 MacGillycuddy's Reeks

Owen Clarke
PeakVisor

MacGillycuddy's Reeks is the highest mountain range in Ireland, home to the only three Irish mountains over 1,000 meters, including high point Carrauntoohil (3,407 ft / 1,038 m).

From the Bottom to the Top
May 8

May 8 From the Bottom to the Top

Owen Clarke
Coregami, Sponsored

As host of NPR’s “From the Top,” Peter Dugan shines the spotlight on our nation’s youngest classical musicians.

11-Year-Old Boy Survives 50-foot Ground Fall at Smith Rock
May 5

May 5 11-Year-Old Boy Survives 50-foot Ground Fall at Smith Rock

Owen Clarke
Climbing, News

Cohen Schaumann is recuperating in the hospital, after a brutal ground fall on April 21 while rappelling Rope-de-Dope Crack (5.8).

AI is Here. Nature Will Remedy its Effect on the Next Generation
Apr 25

Apr 25 AI is Here. Nature Will Remedy its Effect on the Next Generation

Owen Clarke
The Outdoor Journal, Sponsored

For today's children, artificial intelligence is a fact of life. Fostering deep connection to community & the outdoors can help them navigate this new world.

Meet the Argentinian Artist Who Lives (and Paints) on the Slopes of Aconcagua
Apr 21

Apr 21 Meet the Argentinian Artist Who Lives (and Paints) on the Slopes of Aconcagua

Owen Clarke
Climbing

Located in a small tent at Plaza de Mulas (14,300 feet), Miguel Doura’s The Nautilus is the highest-altitude art gallery in the world.

The 5 Best Sport Climbing Areas in the U.S.
Apr 17

Apr 17 The 5 Best Sport Climbing Areas in the U.S.

Owen Clarke
Climbing House

For sport climbers, the USA offers just about everything you could hope for. Here are five of the best crags.

German Comp Climber Christoph Schweiger Dies After Being Struck by Car
Apr 13

Apr 13 German Comp Climber Christoph Schweiger Dies After Being Struck by Car

Owen Clarke
Climbing, News

Schweiger, 21, passed away Sunday, April 10, after he and his girlfriend were hit by a car while walking to a nearby ice cream store.

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