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Heroic Rescue Mission Saves Life of Sedona Hiker Stranded on Ledge

A hiker was recently rescued after going off-trail, stranding him on a precarious and treacherous ledge.

Maria Aldrich
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Heroic Rescue Mission Saves Life of Sedona Hiker Stranded on Ledge

A hiker was recently rescued after going off-trail, stranding him on a precarious and treacherous ledge.

Maria Aldrich
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Yosemite National Park
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Kevin Costner Explores the Story Behind Yosemite National Park in His Docuseries Yellowstone to Yosemite

Kevin Costner new series is set to be released on February 8th on Fox Nation relating to Yosemite National Park.

Chloe England
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Wedding on a cliff
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Couples Who Chose Thrill-Seeking Weddings Instead of Traditional Ceremonies

If following tradition isn't your style, grab some wedding ideas from these brave couples who got married while on epic adventures.

Maria Aldrich
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Jonny Huntington stands next to the Ceremonial South Pole marker upon completion of the 566 mile trek
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Historic Unsupported Solo Ski Trip to South Pole Completed by Para-Athlete

The former GB Para-Athlete overcomes the after-effects of his stroke and completes the journey without the use of his left foot.

Chloe England
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Dolomites, Italy
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New Year's Hike Takes Dangerous Turn When Two Hikers Go Missing in Italy

A search mission is underway in the Dolomites after two experienced hikers were reported missing at the beginning of January.

Maria Aldrich
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Noah Dines Summits Mount Hood
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Noah Dines Crushes Uphill Skiing Record - Climbs 3.5 Million Vertical Feet

Adventurer Noah Dines broke the World Record for uphill skiing in one year amassing an impressive 3.5 million feet of skiing in 2024.

John Waechter
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Ski patrol member Scott Cecchi checks the slope angle in a section of the backcountry near Castle Peak on Jan. 9, 2004. Cecchi is directly under the cornice where an avalanche on New Year's Day 2004 killed Drew Gashler. While Cecchi is exactly where you do not want to be during a wind or weather event, several days of melt-freeze conditions solidified the snowpack enough to safely take reading below the cornice.

Ski patrol member Scott Cecchi Castle Peak slope
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'Season of Giving Sale' Goes Live for onX Backcountry Digital Map Membership

Add to your backcountry toolkit with onX Backcountry and watch your winter adventures reach new heights.

Claire Boyer
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Mount Charleston, NV
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Mt. Charleston Chews Up the Feet of 9 Hikers in the Past Three Weeks

Police warn to turn back if conditions aren't what you expected.

Chloe England
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Western Uinta Hut System Opens in Utah, Offering Recreational Access to Backcountry

Just in time for the 2024-25 winter season, Utah is broadening their recreational access with self-guided hut-to-hut experiences.

Claire Boyer
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Colorado Alpine Rescue Team Performs Back-to-Back Rescue Operations

One man was rescued on an overnight mission on Mt. Bierstadt.

Claire Boyer
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Signs easily mark the River Trail Tuesday afternoon, July 20, 2021. The trail is a 1.3 mile loop that starts near the Silver River Museum and ends up at the Silver River on the Silver Springs State Park. Silver Springs is part of the Florida Wildlife Corridor which includes 17.7 million acres of land across Florida that residents are encouraged to explore and conserve. About 43% of Marion County is included in the corridor, including the Ocala National Forest and many area springs. [Doug
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Best Apps and Maps for Hikers, Preparing for Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Be sure you are fully prepared for your next hike with these apps and maps.

Claire Boyer
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Mt. Everest - The North Face
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Climbing Mt. Everest from Tibet's North Side - The Road Less Traveled

Since the People's Republic of China's annexation of Tibet in 1951, mountaineers have found it difficult to access Himalayan peaks from the North.

John Waechter
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West Slope Pro-180 Slim Chest Packs in gray and RealTree camo.
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Must Have Gear and Accessories for Your Favorite Winter Sports and Activities

Check out some incredible gear that will help improve your experience on the slopes or in the mountains this winter.

Kenneth Teape
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Shore Acres State Park, Coos Bay, Oregon
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Missing Oregon Hiker Rescued After Search Teams Hear Her Shouts for Help

An overdue hiker was rescued from Shore Acres State Park in Oregon after spending two days alone in the wilderness.

Maria Aldrich
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Visitors hike the 1868 lava flow from Mauna Loa in Kahuku Unit of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Set for Major Changes and Events Early Next Year

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has some incredible events and programs set up for January before major renovations begin the following month.

Kenneth Teape
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Two Identical Rescues Spur Warning About Relying Too Much on Hiking Apps

The North Shore Rescue team gives tips on how to plan for a backcountry trip properly

Chloe England
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Guests could hike Bright Angel Trail during free time at Grand Canyon National Park
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Plan Your National Park Trips Around These Scheduled Fee Free Entry Dates

These fee free entry dates are the perfect days to build your trip around to see a national park in 2025.

Kenneth Teape
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Sep 30 2024; Swannanoa, NC, USA; People bring gas and other supplies across the Whitson Avenue bridge over the Swannanoa River that was heavily damaged by trees and a shipping container as the recovery from flooding caused by Hurricane Helene continues. Helene’s swath of destruction brought historic rainfall, flooding, power outages and 140-mile-an-hour winds across the Southeast. North Carolina that bore the brunt of damage, with vast swaths of cities like Asheville underwater, residents
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North Carolina Hiking Trails Open Back Up After Extensive Hurricane Damage

Following the events of Hurricane Helene, many of North Carolina's hiking trails were closed; stricken with damage.

Claire Boyer
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Dec 1, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA;  Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) looks to throw before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium.
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Philadelphia Eagles Star Jalen Hurts Partnering With Discommon for Travel Accessory

Philadelphia Eagles star quarterback Jalen Hurts has collaborated with Discommon to make a travel accessory raising money for a great cause.

Kenneth Teape
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Supporting the mission of the National Parks Conservation Association - Glorious allows Gamers to showcase their favorite national parks with the latest additions to the KeyCapsules program.
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Gaming Company Partners With National Parks for Unique Collab for Holiday Gift

Gamers and adventurers alike will love the collaboration between national parks and gaming company.

Kenneth Teape
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Our tent wasn't big enough for our whole family, so my husband car camped instead.
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7 of Amazon's Best Cyber Monday Deals for Outdoor Gear and Clothing

With Black Friday coming and going, don't miss these last-minute Cyber Monday deals.

Claire Boyer
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Rocky Mountain Range
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Hiker Found in Canadian Wilderness 50 Days After Going Missing

After being reported missing in October, the worst was expected and the search was called off for a hiker in the Canadian Wilderness.

Chloe England
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Marlowe Family home in Gray Eagle Springs subdivision in West Knoxville has been extensively decorated for Christmas for many years, but recent exposure in the last few years has made it a popular destination for visitors. 
According to the homeowner and local realtor Sheila Marlowe, the display is made up of 220 feet of extension cords and more than 35000 lights. Almost every home in the neighborhood is elaborately decorated and thousands of visitors driving through the neighborhood between
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6 of the Best Destinations for a Christmas Vacation Adventure

If you are looking to amp up your Christmas holiday this year, take a look at these six adventurous destinations.

Claire Boyer
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The Himalayas
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Update on Three 'Winter Climb' Expeditions Underway in the Himalayas

The true winter climbing season begins on December 21 - the first day of the astronomical winter, and three Himalayan teams are making progress.

John Waechter
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Tracee Metcalfe - Summit of K2
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Tracee Metcalfe - The First American Woman To Climb All 14 8,000-Meter Peaks

American mountaineer overcomes tragedy to become the first American woman to reach the summits of all fourteen 8,000-meter peaks.

John Waechter
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