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Hear me out: I love the outdoors, and that includes playing golf. These courses are on the leading edge of sustainability and close to adventure.
I bought land in rural Vermont, felled trees, and built a simple log structure. This is how I did it.
It may be called the Green Mountain State, but when fall arrives, this land reveals its true colors
These spectacular deserts, islands, rivers, and peaks are off the regular traveler鈥檚 radar鈥攁nd at the top of our new bucket list
Trust us: the puppies, kittens llamas, and pigs are worth the trip
On April 8, the nation will experience a dramatic total eclipse. If you want fun ways to see it, check out our recommendations, from skiing to hiking to paddling.
Train travel is back and better than ever, with upgrades and expanded service hitting iconic destinations across North America. Sit back, look out the window, and wake up to new sights and adventures.
Multiple groups of skiers and snowboarders ducked boundary ropes to chase powder. The only way out involved a long and treacherous hike.
The disaster has washed out bridges and towns across New Hampshire, New York, Vermont, and Maine. At least five people have died in the storms.
The West isn鈥檛 always best. Here鈥檚 why one outdoorsy editor gave up Oregon and moved his family to New England.
Weary of Seattle, one longtime ski bum heard the high peaks calling her back鈥攂ut felt paralyzed by decision. So she made a spreadsheet and took a road trip, visiting friends across the United States to look for a new home that fit the bill.
With charging stations increasing and battery life improving all the time, the Great American Road Trip is more EV-friendly than ever. These are the most beautiful trips.
Now is the perfect time to set off in search of cranberry bogs, oyster farms, and cheese makers. A longtime New England resident reveals the most delicious places to visit in the run-up to Thanksgiving鈥攁nd fun outdoor adventures along the way
Set up to honor the late cyclist, the Moriah Wilson Foundation has funded youth sports programs across Vermont. Wilson鈥檚 family has big plans for its future.
These great towns are in the middle of glorious mountains with spectacular leaf-peeping, mega views, and fun things to do...and eat...and drink
A Sugarbush ski and bike patroller shares his blueprint for living well in Vermont's Mad River Valley
At these Labor Day Outdoor fests, for three sweet days, you can be outside, hike, hear live music, swim, boat, and run. Plus: there's food and beer.
Will Peterson overcame downpours, flooding, and his own hectic schedule to smash the unsupported FKT on America鈥檚 oldest thru-hike
Cops say Robert 鈥淪teady Eddie鈥 Kerker was caught in a swollen waterway in July
Live electric wires and bridge damage are among the hazards that trail crews have found so far鈥攂ut it鈥檚 not all bad news
There鈥檚 learning, connecting with self and others, and did we mention dance parties?
From outdoor adventure to sampling local food culture, here鈥檚 how to enjoy the Green Mountain State
Living full-time in the frozen wilderness requires a special kit
Nothing is better than landing in the perfect hut for a night or two to get away from it all. These beautiful cabins are available to book all year, and you only need a moderate fitness level to reach them. Bring your kids, bring your elders, and head out for awesome wilderness access and big scenic payoffs.
It鈥檚 been a challenging season thus far for ski resorts in the Northeast
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Utah-based Pacific Resorts Group has a new flagship ski destination to add its now six-resort portfolio
Your guide to all-things Long Trail for your upcoming thru-hike
Brian Boland was a prolific creator of handcrafted hot-air balloons who set distance and altitude records all over the world. But on July 15, 2021, during a routine outing with a family in Vermont, things went dramatically wrong. Sarah Schweitzer examines Boland鈥檚 eccentric and adventurous life, and finds out what happened on his fateful last flight.
From rolling road rides and family-friendly singletrack to downhill bike parks, Vermont has world-class routes for cyclists of every kind
A day out on the slopes doesn鈥檛 have to be wildly expensive. You just need to know where and when to go.
The masses have spoken and these are the 20 top-scoring resorts in the region, according to the 2022 鈥楽ki鈥 Reader Resort Survey
We鈥檝e got your next car-based ski vacation dialed, complete with worthy detours and the best powder stashes
Why reaching outdoor nirvana means journeying far from the beaten path
In New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont, local stewards have banded together to persuade private landowners to allow access to backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and other kinds of outdoor recreation
Are your skis the best tool for the season you want, or the season you have? An impassioned argument for thin-waisted planks.
Resort executives are warning customers that skiing will be different this season. I'm here to tell you that "different" means better.
Outdoor Gear Exchange, the widely loved independent retailer in Vermont, has hired a full-time diversity professional to manage the company's inclusion practices
The region is known for its craft brews. Here are eight places we recommend visiting for the best of the best.
In the Northeast, you'll find many of the nation's oldest and most interesting gear shops鈥攁nd some of its younger and most innovative
Want to see some wildlife in New England? Moose are your best bet. Here's where to find them鈥攁nd get some great outdoor adventuring while you're at it.
No matter your skill level or the type of adventure you're seeking, New England's two dominant mountain ranges offer plenty of opportunities to explore. Here's your guide to getting the most out of them.
Laura King is out to inspire her eight-week-old daughter, Hazel, to go after her goals
As a newcomer to Vermont, Joshua Morse found himself welcomed by the hunting community. But there was one thing he wasn't sure he could share.
Vasu Sojitra didn't let an amputation stop him from skiing or climbing. Now he's turning his attention to advocacy.
Caledonia Spirits would normally be making booze, but it found a better way to help in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Other distilleries around the country are switching things up, too.
In 'The Art of the Mini 国产吃瓜黑料,' mother-daughter combo聽Els and聽Pippa venture out for a microadventure near their home in Vermont
Ensure your winter gloves last as long as possible with a little TLC
From retail giants like REI to the mom and pop stores in your hometowns, what happens when these businesses shut down?
Why go out when you can stay here instead?
Bad behavior might be jeopardizing access to Kingdom Trails, one of the premier networks on the East Coast. Here's what we can learn from it.
A ski weekend doesn't have to involve spending hundreds of dollars a night on a fancy slopeside resort. These hostels offer cozy accommodations close to some of North America's best skiing.
'Another Way' follows skier Ian Compton's return to Vermont to set up a small homestead
From extreme tree skiing at Mad River Glen to the nostalgic charm of Smugglers' Notch, the East Coast offers deep powder and epic backcountry terrain if you know where to find it
There's an easy and quick getaway for fall leaf peeping, no matter where you are in the region
Our guide for which mega ski pass is the best one for you
She's the first person to finish the Leadville Race Series and the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning in a single season
The endless tree-lined gravel roads of Vermont provide the perfect setting to log a few miles
Whether you鈥檙e in the mood for beer and barbecue, a dance party, or a shot of adrenaline, these events are a guaranteed blast
Recommendations from athletes and chefs on boosting flavor and nutrition in this all-American snack
The Venture Out Project is doing more than just teaching outdoor skills. It's creating a community.
The former Powder editor shares his tricks of the trade
Yellow snow is a no-go. But that's not all you need to know.
Alixandra Klein's upcycled waterproof bangles can go everywhere you do
Photographer Mike Rogge teamed up with Jeff Thomas to shoot a fall foliage film in Vermont鈥檚 lush and colorful mountains
In the Road Less Traveled series rider Ansel Dickey聽competes at the annual Rasputisa鈥嬧嬧嬧嬧嬧嬧 gravel cycling race.
Plus: one private island bungalow worth the splurge
Thanks to massive powder conditions, Wolf Creek will be the first ski area to open this season. Here's what you need to know, plus the resorts we think could be turning chairlifts next.
Newly created state offices are promoting outdoor recreation as a major contributor to local economies and the public good, but they need a lot more support to be successful
"Confluence" gathering works toward debut of national platform to strengthen and align state-level efforts
The Green Mountain State announced a $10,000 grant to cover moving expenses for new remote-working residents. Time to pack your bags.
It was a great adventure base camp even before the state agreed to cough up $10K for anyone willing to move there
Decades of political infighting have stymied construction of the North Country Trail, which, if finished, would run for 4,600 miles. Now it looks like Congress may finally be ready to get its act together.
A job applicant, Alison Miley, alleges that Craig DeLuca offered her work for sex, and that the company knew about this behavior but allowed it to continue