by American Whitewater | Feb 10, 2022
Whether navigating the gnar on a big expedition or splashing around familiar rapids at the local haunt, paddlers naturally fall into a ritual of giving for the mutual benefit of the group. Every paddler will bring a different level of experience to share, some will...
by Appalachian Mountain Club | Feb 1, 2022
Courtesy of John FrancisDr. John Francis took a 17 year long vow of silence and gave up motorized transportation—all in the name of environmental activism. Throughout our nation’s history, Black Americans have broken barriers and made great advancements in outdoor...
by American Whitewater | Jan 18, 2022
Consider these ten things to show respect and reciprocity when recreating on native land.
by American Rivers | Jan 10, 2022
Rivers that are unimpeded by dams or diversions are the basis of life in our country. They allow water levels to fluctuate, naturally sustaining healthy habitats and reducing the likelihood that floods will inundate homes and property. Free-flowing rivers also nourish...
by Appalachian Mountain Club | Jan 4, 2022
DANIEL BEHR / AMC PHOTO CONTESTWhat are the short- and long-term impacts of climate change in the mountains of the Northeast? A new journal issue, featuring the work of many past and present AMC researchers, explores that question in detail. For decades, AMC...