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Visiting U.S. National Parks is More Popular Than Ever, Breaking Visitor Records in 2024 with over 330 Million Visits

America's 63 national parks draw in serious hikers, but they also provide opportunities for beginners and families to unwind, take their time and soak in nature's beauty. While many travelers often …

Friday, April 18

Budget cuts impact national parks: What visitors need to know

Outwander reports that 1,000 probationary employees recently were laid off by the National Park Service and there were an additional 700 resignations as part of federal workforce reductions under the Trump administration, creating operational challenges just before the busy season.

Jenna Wayne

Thursday, March 13

Building a dock? 5 factors to consider

(BPT) - If you own a home by the water, you understand that a dock is much more than a place to park a boat. It's a sundeck, a diving platform, a fishing perch and a year-round spot for stargazing …

Thursday, April 17

Six ways to get ready for a national park trip

(BPT) - From the geysers of Yellowstone to the granite cliffs of Yosemite, America's national parks remain a premier destination for outdoor exploration. For many travelers, visiting national parks …

Wednesday, April 16

Spring into Stain Season with the Hottest Outdoor Color of 2025

(BPT) - Exterior wood requires regular upkeep to prevent weather damage and preserve its longevity. Coming off a long winter of snow and rain, it's important that homeowners tend to their decks and …

Sunday, March 9

Exploring national parks in AWD Vs. 4WD vehicles

RealTruck.com discusses which of the two most popular off-road drive types—all-wheel-drive (AWD) and four-wheel-drive (4WD)—is best suited for off-roading in National Parks.

Brendan Soriano

Tuesday, March 4

Processing deer to eliminate food insecurity

The Daily Yonder reports on the deer venison donation programs providing meat for food-insecure Americans, and how and why it works so well.

Katie Hill for The Daily Yonder

Friday, February 28

The next multibillion-dollar opportunity in the outdoors

LandTrust examines opportunities currently present in the outdoor trip industry.

Nic DeCastro

Tuesday, February 25

Podcast

All about thru-hiking

Backpacker Radio is a podcast all about thru-hiking. Topics include hiking news, trail culture, interviews, gear, advice, and all you can eat buffets.

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Podcast

Exploring rural America

The Bear Grease Podcast with host Clay Newcomb delivers compelling storytelling through documentary-style episodes exploring the culture, traditions, and history of rural America.

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

Podcast

Outside storytelling

Outside’s longstanding literary storytelling tradition comes to life in audio with features that will both entertain and inform listeners. We launched in March 2016 with our first series, …

Friday, March 10, 2023