Touring
May 13, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Arapahoe Basin Extends 2026 Ski Season to May 17, Cementing ‘The Legend’ Status Amidst Abundant Spring Snowfall and Robust Skier Demand.
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, affectionately known as "The Legend" among the skiing and snowboarding community, has announced its second season…
May 12, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
The National Park Service Recovers Body of Missing ASU Graduate Student Sandarsh Krishna at Grand Canyon
The somber conclusion to a weeks-long search unfolded on Saturday, May 9, 2026, as National Park Service (NPS) personnel located…
May 12, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
American Mountaineer Shelley Johannesen Dies in Mount Makalu Avalanche After Successful Summit
Shelley Johannesen, a revered 59-year-old American mountaineer and co-founder of the bespoke adventure outfitter Dash Adventures, has tragically passed away…
May 12, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Arda Saatçi Defies Limits, Completes Grueling 600-Kilometer "Cyborg Season" Ultra-Run from Badwater Basin to Santa Monica Pier
Ultra-endurance athlete Arda Saatçi concluded his latest monumental "Cyborg Season" project on Saturday, successfully navigating a punishing 604.6-kilometer (375.7 miles)…
May 12, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Simon Kearns Shatters Mount Rainier On-Foot FKT, Completing Car-to-Car Ascent in Record 3 Hours, 43 Minutes, 50 Seconds
RMI guide Simon Kearns has etched his name into the annals of Mount Rainier’s storied history, achieving a new Fastest…
May 11, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Destination Defender East Returns to Hudson Valley in 2026, Unveiling Premier Adventure Cinema and Immersive Outdoor Experiences
Destination Defender East is set to make its highly anticipated return to the scenic Hudson Valley from May 15-17, 2026,…
May 09, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Glacier National Park Confirms First Fatal Bear Encounter Since 1998, Sparking Renewed Focus on Backcountry Safety Protocols
The serene, rugged expanse of Glacier National Park, celebrated for its pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife, was tragically punctuated this…
May 09, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
California’s Desert Surf Scene Intensifies with DSRT Surf’s Summer 2026 Opening, Solidifying Inland Wave Corridor
The landscape of California’s desert, historically defined by golf courses and luxury resorts, is undergoing a profound transformation as it…
May 08, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Lee Canyon Records Earliest Bike Park Opening in History
A Historic Shift in Mountain Operations For decades, Lee Canyon, formerly known as Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort, has…
May 08, 2026
Freeride and Backcountry Exploration
Utah Forges New Path in E-Bike Regulation with Comprehensive Safety and Classification Law
As of May 6, 2026, Utah has officially ushered in a new era for trail and road safety, marking a…
