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Best lightweight canoes for 2026

Paddlers with enough miles under their yokes appreciate any means to shave a few pounds off their canoe. Lower weight isn't just a nicety; it means less fatigue on long carries, easier car-topping, ...
With backcountry camping, river swims and endless solitude, the multi-day Escalante hiking route offers deep insight into the ...
Sulfur butterflies glide across Zorrillo Canyon, hundreds of them, moving back and forth against the cerulean sky. It's ...
Tucked between majestic mountains in northeastern Alabama lies Fort Payne, a charming small town that practically begs you to roll down your windows and cruise its scenic byways.
Three decades ago, guru Franko Hudson and I tried out the picturesque Sunset Valley Trail (29W04) after being denied a longer ...
The National Weather Service announced a winter storm warning as 39 inches of snow and "hazardous" winds approach.
Water and wind offer powerful symbols on the Arizona Trail, where thirsty hikers have to hunt harder and windmills stand ...
Heavy snow and gusty winds are expected to hit Yosemite National Park as a winter storm sweeps through the Sierra Nevada, ...