Activities

Join Us for a 7-Day Photo Tour in Iceland

The Outbound Collective

Explore Iceland and learn how to take your photography and storytelling to the next level with Max Chesnut

Essential Gear for Bikepacking the Himalaya

Aly Nicklas

The Road to Shangri La

The 20 Best Campsites near Seattle

The Outbound Collective

From Puget Sound to the old-growth rain forests, emerald alpine lakes and stunning mountain peaks, the Seattle area has a campsite for you!

Searching for Winter Wildlife in Yosemite Valley

Greg Harlow

Viewing winter wildlife in Yosemite Valley is all about timing. Here are some tips for when and where to find wildlife, how to photograph them, and what animals to expect.

Visiting Nebraska's Incredible Great Sandhill Crane Migration

Greg Harlow

​Kearney, Nebraska is the Sandhill Crane capital of the world, and there's a big sign at the entrance of the city to prove it. Every year, one of earth's greatest spectacles occurs between March and April, where over 600,000 Sandhill Cranes make a pit stop to feed in the Platte River before continuing their journey north.

The Quietest Ski Town: Silverton, Colorado

Holly Mandarich

That comforting quiet of just being fully and unapologetically present.

4 Reasons Why You Should Photograph the Winter Night Sky

Nick Palastro

Many photographers love to photograph the Milky Way during the late summer, but here are four reasons why you should focus on December, January, and February and shoot the winter night sky.

7 Essential Spring Landscape Photography Tips

Brandon Dewey

Essential spring photography tips which will help you take your spring images to the next level and help you make unique, one of a kind images.

The Ultimate Guide to Delaware's Cape Henlopen State Park

Abby Shepard

Cape Henlopen is the gem of the Delaware State Parks system. This guide will help you to make the most of your visit to the park!

5 Tips for Getting Adventurous Ice Climbing Photos

Richard Smith

The 10 Best Campsites near San Francisco

The Outbound Collective

Welcome warm spring weather with a weekend immersed in nature.

I Drove 10 Hours Just to See a Glacier: Here's Why It Was Worth It

Kaila Walton

A whirlwind three day adventure, which involved 22 total hours of driving, that was packed with waterfalls, rivers, glaciers, wildlife and crazy weather, all so I could see one specific glacier.

7 Days on Island Time Exploring Puerto Rican Paradise

Edward Dalton

"You know, you may not be born in Puerto Rico, but Puerto Rican is definitely born in you."

5 Outstanding Spring Hikes near Las Vegas

Mayson

Before the mercury starts rising, here're five outstanding spring hikes to explore near Las Vegas, Nevada.

8 Idaho Waterfalls to Explore When the Snow Melts

The Outbound Collective

Raging falls and lush green trails, we're ready for you.

The Perfect Weekend Adventure at Big Basin State Park

Benjamin Canevari

Some people make it a quick out and back to the falls. We ended up doing the whole loop and then some!

Recommendations for a Week in Yellowstone (Winter or Early Spring)

Brynn Schmidt

There is so much to do in Yellowstone in winter and early spring. If you haven't experienced this park in winter, you are definitely missing out. From cross-country skiing to the boiling river to snow coach tours and more - and with very low crowds. Check out these recommendations for a week in Yellowstone in my favorite season there, winter.

The Cure For Your Terrible Winter Blues

Holly Mandarich

Don't let the snowpack deter you.

Why It Took Walking the Length of Scotland to Teach Me to Slow Down

Richard Smith

Long distance walks can challenge you in ways you never could have imagined. Where would my journey take me? I walked solo across the length of Scotland to find out.

The Hottest Permits: Get Your Summer Planning on Now

Sarah Horn

Be a planning pro. Now is the time to start reserving permits for those high demand places.

A Weekend Spent in One of Oregon's Best Spots: The Wallowas

Roark Nelson

Relaxing by one of Oregon's amazing alpine lakes

The Ultimate Winter Getaway to Winter Park, Colorado

Chelsea Brinkley

Winter Park is a town a little over an hour drive from Denver, Colorado. It’s a gorgeous drive on winding roads with the mountains as your background and even more spectacular after a dusting of snow!

The Best Resources for Learning and Improving Your Photography Skills

AJ Johnson

Or, at the very least, what's helped inform my perspective :)

Mono Lake: One of the Best Stops on US-395

AJ Johnson

One of the most wildly convenient beauties in Northern California.