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Taking on cycling Scotland; Photos by Lizz Corrigan.

The Adventure of a Lifetime; Bikepacking Scotland

Lizz Corrigan
July 10, 2019

Roughly Route 7 Scotland is not for the faint of heart, at least not by bike. While the country is incredibly bike-friendly, the weather can be grueling and unpredictable. The terrain is varied but...

Courtesy of Lizz Corrigan

13.1 Tips for Long Distance Running

Lizz Corrigan
May 7, 2019

Running is accessible and cheap, comparatively. There’s not much to maintain or replace in your gear closet, with the exception of a good pair of shoes and a few solid layers if you want to run in the...

Photos courtesy of the J Williard Marriot Library

The Reclamation of Glen Canyon and the American West

Lizz Corrigan
April 20, 2019

Glen Canyon is a striking series of canyons carved by the Colorado River and its tributaries. The Colorado River once flowed freely, until 1963, when it was stunted by 710 feet of sheer concrete. More...

Emma Gatewood, the first woman to hike the 2,168-mile Appalachian Trail

Go, Girl: Trailblazing Women Who Broke History

Lizz Corrigan
March 8, 2019

While the world has made many strides in providing equal opportunities for women, we have a long way to go. Many capable women have been undermined, protested against, and prevented from doing the same...

Photos by Kelly Loutzenheiser

Van Life: When the Madias Met Winter

Lizz Corrigan
February 8, 2019

INTRO: When they first bought their big orange Ford van, Briana and Keith Madia hadn’t initially planned on actually living in it. The van, Bertha, was meant to be an adventure-mobile to haul their camping...

Jax Racing at the Last Dessert Race in Antartica, 2016.
Photo: Myke Hermsmeyer

Jax Mariash on her Method to Madness as a World Class Ultra Runner

Lizz Corrigan
December 29, 2018

  Who runs the world? Girls. Literally. And specifically: Jax Mariash, a world-class runner and stage race athlete. Jax didn’t just arrive to where she is by luck or some otherworldly ability...

Photos by Kelly Loutzenheiser

Food: Nature’s Greatest Partnership

Lizz Corrigan
November 28, 2018

How do you connect with the outdoors? Your likely answer is probably through activities like hiking, camping, skiing, climbing, and biking. But have you ever considered that the connection to the outdoors...

Hell's Backbone and Grill, located in Boulder, Utah. Chef Owners Jen Castle and Blake Spalding are in their 19th season. Photo by Ace Kvale

Hell’s Backbone Grill and Farm

Lizz Corrigan
November 27, 2018

Boulder, Utah: population 240. Ever heard of it? It’s one of Utah’s best-kept gems. This tiny town, in the heart of the desert, is a midpoint to one hell of a road trip. If you’re planning a trip...

7 ways to Travel and Recreate Sustainably

7 ways to Travel and Recreate Sustainably

Lizz Corrigan
October 20, 2018

Summer is slowly winding down, which marks a turning point of tourist migration in Utah. In 2017, Arches National Park received 1,539,028 visitors, while Zion National Park received 4,504,812 (U.S. Department...

The Paradox of Adventure Sports: High-Risk, High-Reward, High-Five

The Paradox of Adventure Sports: High-Risk, High-Reward, High-Five

Lizz Corrigan
September 11, 2018

“The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.” - Edward Abbey Imagine placing your life in a single piece of gear, one step, one hold or a...

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