How-To

An Indian Adventure: Wisdom from the Dalai Lama

Like all good stories, there are ups and downs, triumphs and challenges, and, most importantly, a good plot. In other words, the main character must have a purpose. Without a purpose, there is no storyline; without a storyline there is no story, just a bunch of jumbled pieces and parts that lead nowhere.

What's In My Camera Bag?

Below you’ll find all the information and links to the gear that I take with me on my adventures!

An Alaskan Adventure: Stories from the Bush

​“If approached by a bear, calmly raise your hands above your head. Show the bear you are not a threat and talk to it in a gentle voice.”

Building Our Adventure Van

Converting a Dodge B1500 into an adventure van

Introducing #EveryoneOutside: Building A More Inclusive Outdoor & Travel Community

The Outbound's initiative to build a more inclusive outdoor community by elevating and empowering underrepresented members.

How to Shoot Like Benjamin Hardman

A new workshop explores the stark, beautiful, simplicity behind Benjamin Hardman's photography in Iceland.

How Landscape Photographers Can Improve at Leave No Trace

We often talk about “leaving no trace” in the outdoors. You don't take anything from the wilderness, pack out whatever your brought with you and minimize your disruption to the environment. However, our footsteps are a trace too.

How to Find Adventure Buddies in a Digital Age

The best adventures are the ones that are shared.

How to Pack for Adventure Travel

Pack light, pack smart, and always give yourself some breathing room.

Senate Passes Historic Public Lands Package

This is great news, but we still need you to take action!

Make Landscape Skies Pop With This Super Simple Tip

The Sony + Lightroom easy button option for blending skies to make landscapes that pop.

How to Make a Glacier Iced Cocktail in Alaska

The recipe for a truly unique experience and cocktail that you'll never forget.

Experience Van Life Without Cashing In Your 401k!

Hit the road and sleep in comfort on your next adventure without breaking the bank!

4 Must-Haves for Long Exposure Sunrises & Sunsets

An Introduction To Ski Touring

Enjoy the peace and quiet of the backcountry and untracked powder.

The National Parks Are Open, But Please Take Your Adventure Elsewhere

Some national parks are open during the government shutdown, but as visitor abuses pile up, the best thing you can do to help is adventure elsewhere

Saving Our National Parks

How do we help?

A Beginner's Guide to Snowshoeing

Winter is here which means it’s time to bundle up and head out to have some snowy adventures!

What Election Results Mean for Public Lands & Waters (And What You Can Do Right Now)

Election day has come and gone, and while there’s no shortage of people prognosticating about the election’s fallout, we have some ideas about what the results mean for public lands and waters, recreation and conservation.

Roadless Rule Faces Challenges in Alaska: Here's How to Take Action

How to Adventure While Pregnant

Strange things happen when you are pregnant. Giving up your life of adventure shouldn’t be one of them.

How to Leave No Trace in the Social Media Age

I hope this post will encourage others to speak out about LNT and help spread the word so that the landscapes, wildlife, and nature that we enjoy now will be around for generations.

These Aren’t Your Average Selfies

Selfies don't always come with a stick and the same old view. This photographer takes them to the next level.

Opening Night at The Pursuit Series, Bear Valley

Would-be adventurers from far and wide gather for a weekend of adventure in the High Sierra