Scattered along the Appalachian Trail, “primitive huts” built in various styles offer shelter, social space, and evidence of the trail's long history.

Sometimes taking the trail less traveled actually does more harm than good.

For many women, the pleasures of solitude in the outdoors must be weighed against the possibility of harassment.

Through the story of Bosnian mountaineering, an alternative mini-history of Bosnia emerges.

That hike is low-impact, but not no-impact. Even low-impact outdoor recreation can impact wildlife