Italian start-up introduces Snowfoot: an alpine snowshoe for freeride skiers and snowboarders

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on November 10, 2014

An Italian startup founded by three mountaineers has announced that Snowfoot, the “radical step in mountain mobility” will be available for immediate purchase on the popular crowdfunding portal Indiegogo starting November 15. The patented technology developed to maximize flotation … Continue reading →

RootsRated Launches Outdoor Adventure App

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on June 22, 2014

RootsRated, the online resource for “where to go outdoors,” has introduced its new RootsRated mobile app for iPhone. Flooded with helpful reviews and inspiring photography, the RootsRated app sources local grassroots knowledge to offer the most up-to-date, verified information on … Continue reading →

National Wildlife Federation Launches Online Community to Connect Kids with Wildlife

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on January 25, 2014

Watching a pair of blue jays frolic in a bird-bath. Sitting on a park bench observing squirrels chase each other around a giant oak tree. Gardening in your backyard. Planting a tree. Fishing along a misty river. Seeing turtles sunbathe … Continue reading →

High Fives Foundation Releases Avalanche Awareness Video

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on November 27, 2012

B.A.S.I.C.S., (Being. Aware. Safe. In. Crazy. Situations) a program service of the High Fives Foundation, has released the second installment of a five part video series to promote safety and awareness through world-class fundamentals coaching and education. The B.A.S.I.C.S. 2 … Continue reading →

Mountain Masochist Trail Run Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on October 9, 2012

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the popular Mountain Masochist 50-mile trail run is preparing for its largest race to date with over double the amount of racers from previous years. The race will take place on Saturday, November 3rd and include … Continue reading →

Northern Rockies Avalanche Safety Workshop Returns to Whitefish

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on September 28, 2012

The second annual Northern Rockies Avalanche Safety Workshop (NRASW) will take place on Oct. 13, 2012 from 7:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish, Mont. NRASW is a one-day gathering of avalanche professionals and winter … Continue reading →

The North Face Third Annual Explore Your Parks Program Helps American Families Discover the Outdoors

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on June 17, 2012

The North Face today announced the expansion of its Explore Your Parks program to encourage families to get outdoors and enjoy the nation’s treasured and endangered State Parks. The North Face, along with American Hiking Society and Leave No Trace … Continue reading →

Osprey Sponsors Breast Cancer Fund’s 13th Annual Climb Against the Odds

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on June 5, 2012

Osprey Packs announced their sponsorship of the 2012 Climb Against the Odds, the Breast Cancer Fund’s annual mountaineering expedition for breast cancer prevention.

From June 17 to 23, 2012, a team of up to 27 women who have been touched … Continue reading →

National Park Week, April 21-29, Features Free Admission and Nationwide Events

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on March 16, 2012

The National Park Service and the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, invite people everywhere to enjoy, explore, learn, share, and give back to America’s nearly 400 national parks during National Park Week 2012.… Continue reading →

US Forest Service Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center Provides Incredible Tourist Experience

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on June 16, 2011

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June is Great Outdoors Month: Get Outside and Enjoy a World of Green

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on June 6, 2011

Some people can't get enough time outdoors, surrounded by nature's gifts and being refreshed by a world of green. Others need a little more nudging to get outside and if there was ever a time to be encouraged to open up that door it's the month of June. That nudging starts at the very top with President Obama proclaiming June as Great Outdoor Month, along with almost every state governor. The Pres...

Take a hike, plant a tree: Every hike plants a tree and every hiker can win Oboz footwear

Written by Ryan Alford
Published on May 23, 2011

Oboz invites you to lace up your shoes or boots, and get out and take a hike.The Bozeman, Mont. outdoor footwear company has put forth a challenge: Simply go for a hike between May 23 and July 8. Oboz will plant a tree for every hike logged on Bolder - a website devoted creating a collective community around positive challenges and rewards benefiting health, fitness, the environment, community and...