Free Activities in Colorado Ski Country
Ski vacations in Colorado don't have to break the bank. Check out these free offerings at Colorado's top ski resorts.
6 Unusual and Spooky Vacations
From Island of the Dolls to the Whaley House, here are six of the spookiest and creepiest vacation and holiday ideas.
Paradise Lost: Unexpected Adventure in Maui
It was supposed to be a fun afternoon hike through the rainforest. But then our adventure lead us right into the path of danger.
Leopard Sharks Gather near La Jolla, California
Each July to September, leopard sharks congregate along the La Jolla Shores in California. Here's how you can see the harmless sharks up close.
The Hemingway Experience in Key West
Ernest Hemingway was not just a great writer, avid sportsman and fisherman, but a lover of animals too. His former residence in Key West, overrun by his cats, continues to be a draw for...
Geocaching in Utah: A High-Tech Scavenger Hunt
Follow this unusual geocaching adventure through some of the most dramatic landscapes in the American Southwest
Is Corporate Sponsorship the Answer for America’s National Parks?
The United States National Parks system is celebrating its 100th birthday in a state of disrepair, starved for funding and considering a potential sellout of the country’s finest natural features to corporate sponsorship. The...
Motors or Muscles? Journey through Arizona’s Grand Canyon
Four ways to explore Arizona's Grand Canyon by boat.
Weird Road Signs from Around the World
Skewed meanings create comedy and confusion in signs around the world
Stargazing in New Mexico
Many of our outdoor activities take us far from civilization, far from the hustle and bustle – and far from the light of the city. When you find yourself there, look upward into the...
A Safari Across Nevada’s Remote Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge
Located in the Northwestern corner of Nevada by the Oregon border, the park appears lunar and sterile, yet conceals many surprises.
Hiking Shadow Canyon
Boulder, Colorado rests at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and is continuously ranked as one of the best cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities and health. Boulder has many trails to hike...
Following the Colorado Hot Springs Loop
Thermal hot springs and exhilarating experiences are tucked away in the Rocky Mountains. A new 720-mile Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop combines them.
14 Tips for Hitchhiking across America
If you're tempted to hit the open road, here's what you should know about hitchhiking across America.
Best Places to Snorkel in Hawaii
In Hawaii, there is a whole underwater world to explore. Here are some of the best places to snorkel in the Hawaiian Islands.





















