Most of the winter holidays have come and gone; leaving long, cold and dark days ahead. Here’s how to prepare for seasonal depression.
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“As a hunter, and as a Vietnamese-American woman, I know I’m not what most people imagine, but I’ve found that hunting can be profoundly peaceful,” said Stephanie.
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Skip cuffing season this winter and build community instead in seven easy steps.
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We spoke to two amazing women who decided to learn a new sport as adults. Their stories are filled with challenges—from battling self-doubt and physical limitations to navigating spaces where they often felt out of place. But each of them, in their own way, found joy, growth, and community through their new pursuits. Let their stories inspire you to take that leap.
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In a recent article, I wrote about the dangers of romanticizing the Pacific Northwest, and so many of you wanted to know if there were any better options. So if you’re still looking for the mountain town of your dreams, here are a few reasons why you should move to Anchorage, Alaska.
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Sophia, 26, is a Guyanese figure skating content creator who gives her viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the life of an adult learner—from first competition jitters to one-foot spins on the ice. And her millions of likes prove that we are all on this journey along with her.
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Whether you’re planning a backcountry hike or visiting a local park, this guide will help you get outside safely this winter. Start small, figure out your comfort zone and build towards that snowy dreamscape you’ve been vision boarding!
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Learn how Washington-based nonprofit Climbers of Color is centering BIPOC voices in the outdoors and redefining what it means to be a leader in mountaineering.
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Three years ago, my friend asked, “do you want to go ice climbing with me?” I laughed loudly, saying, “I get cold in 75 degree weather! I would never survive in such cold temps. I’m a southerner!” For the next two years, I refused their offer. Then out of the blue, something changed.
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I HATE THE COLD. I even wear ski pants to work. Earmuffs are on my head for at least eight months out of the year. I consider anything less then 75 degrees Fahrenheit to be too cold, but I climb year round.
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In 2019, African-American mountaineer Rebecca Ross flew halfway across the world to meet her climbing partner for the first time. Together they planned to climb two 16,000ft peaks high in the Georgian Caucuses. Needless to say, things did not go as planned.
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When it came to winter hiking, I learned that I had to be extra prepared due to how quickly extreme weather could roll in and how easily I could unintentionally put my life in danger.
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At 1 a.m. the next morning they were off to an alpine start; traversing Ingraham Glacier in total darkness while avoiding deep crevasses that could swallow a roped team whole.
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Nguyen is frank about his observations of the guiding industry. It looks like “rich old white dudes in charge of a younger set of rich white dudes in charge of a poor set of white dudes.” His goal is to change that.
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There are a number of lookout towers throughout the Pacific Northwest: some are fully functioning lookout towers only to be rented during off-seasons, while others are available year-round. Two of the towers I booked were 40 ft towers with incredible views of the mountain ranges above Oregon's popular Douglas Firs.
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