
The Trouble with “Natural”: Why That Word Is Failing Us in the Mountains
The word “natural” sounds neutral, but it’s failing us in the mountains. Here’s why — and what stewardship-minded hikers should use instead.

The word “natural” sounds neutral, but it’s failing us in the mountains. Here’s why — and what stewardship-minded hikers should use instead.

Learn why the push to repeal the Roadless Rule threatens clean water, wildfire safety, wildlife, and outdoor recreation, and how you can take action.

Explore how budget cuts and staffing shortages in National Parks are transforming hiking into a political act, affecting safety, access, and stewardship.

A detailed look at how the Trump administration’s recent budget cuts, staffing reductions, and grant freezes are negatively impacting America’s public lands, outdoor enthusiasts, and environmental safety.

The reckless firing of 4,400 workers at the Forest Service and National Park Service will devastate public lands and rural communities across the west.

As the dust settles on the recent election, Donald Trump’s return to the White House has set the stage for significant changes in federal land

Reaching the summit of a mountain is an exhilarating moment—a reward for the grueling effort it takes to climb thousands of feet through rugged terrain.

As Colorado embarks on the journey of reintroducing wolves into its wild landscapes, there’s much we can learn from states that have already walked this

DENVER, COLORADO – The Expanding Public Lands Outdoor Recreation Experiences (EXPLORE) Act, recently introduced by Congressman Westerman (R-AR) and Congressman Grijalva (D-AZ), is a significant

California & Colorado are home to the vast majority of the 14,000 foot peaks in the lower 48. Between the two states, 70 named or

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