Norway boasts a few native photographers who know the spots no one is visiting.
Norway: The Spots No One’s Visiting
Category: Exploring
In Alaska, Climate Change is Already Affecting How People Play – Backpacker
Looking for proof of climate change? Just head up to America’s largest state, where park managers, scientists, and climbers say they’re already dealing with the effects of a warming Earth.
Source: In Alaska, Climate Change is Already Affecting How People Play – Backpacker
The loss of some of the central attractions that make Alaska beautiful not only saddens us, but makes us question; What can we really do? Always vote with your dollar, be conscious of who you support and vote for progressive change. Remember, many periods of time made America great, not just the industrial revolution. It is time to change our economy to reflect the needs of the world or we will all perish.
Clark County Files Action in Red Rock Development Dispute
According to Save Red Rock, Clark County has filed a preemptive lawsuit in an attempt to silence opposition to a proposed development plan.
It is our opinion that greed will be the downfall of our beautiful rural areas no matter where they are located. In this article found in Climbing Magazine online, the matter of development near Red Rock Canyon is discussed and a link to sign a petition is included.
Please, take a moment to sign the petition and keep the populations in the cities. Our stance is Build Highrises Not Sub-Divisions.
11 real-world forests that look like they’re straight out of a fairytale.
Forests are nothing short of spectacular — especially these.
Source: 11 real-world forests that look like they’re straight out of a fairytale.
Meet The World’s Greatest Living Explorer
Explorer Mike Horn sets sail for the trip of his lifetime.
Source: Meet The World’s Greatest Living Explorer
If you have never heard of Mike Horn, don’t feel bad, neither have we, but we can tell you that thanks to The Red Bulletin we will be following his travels as he goes through the South Pole (the southern Pole of Inaccessibility) and then meets up with is custom 115-foot sailboat, The Pangaea and continues to the North Pole.
The Mind Game: How to Overcome Fear – Climbing Magazine | Rock Climbing, Mountaineering, Bouldering, Ice Climbing
After a near-death climbing experience, I was inspired to dig deeper into the psychology of fear and find out what I could learn about its effect on performance, how it wells up in the first place, and what we can do to deal with it. What I found will take your climbing to the next level—and could save your life.
This 15 minute read explains the emotions and science behind fear and the ways anybody can overcome fear, whether it’s small or life or death, just by understanding the situation and the facts.
7 Urban Trail Runs for Fall – The Red Bulletin
Live In A Big City? Here’s Your Ticket to Running Through Nature’s Most Colorful Season.
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The Red Bulletin did some research and came up with 7 great runs in the largest cities in the US. Check it out!
America Needs More Monuments – Backpacker
President Obama has created more national monuments than any president in history. But it still isn’t enough.
Source: America Needs More Monuments – Backpacker
Written by Doug Schnitzpahn, this article explores the ways that strategic creation of National Monuments can connect from Moab to the Grand Canyon in one big protected area. We think he’s right, but can Obama do it before he leaves office?
America’s 10 Most Dangerous Hikes – Backpacker
Like your life and limbs intact? Then you’d better get skilled before visiting these trails.
Source: America’s 10 Most Dangerous Hikes – Backpacker
Topping the list are:
Abrams Falls, Great Smoky Mountains, TN
Barr Trail, Pikes Peak, CO
Bright Angel Trail, Grand Canyon, AZ
– See more at: http://www.backpacker.com/trips/washington/america-s-10-most-dangerous-hikes/#sthash.pJx9jav5.dpuf