Features from Magazine

Drawn to Conserve

How art, from sketching to virtual reality, helps protect wild places | by Tyler Dunning

The Big-Picture Approach to Saving Our Trails

Through our Lost Trails Found campaign, we're working to save tomorrow's trails, today | by Rachel Wendling

Natural Inspiration

Meet 5 artists who use their time on trail to fuel their creativity | by Teddy Wingo and Jessi Loerch

Why I Unplug

A young outdoor enthusiast explains why she finds value in leaving her phone turned off | by Lucy Brown

5 Reasons to Hike the Oregon Desert Trail

| by Lace Thornberg

Walk Across Washington

Two hikers discover their own state—and a new passion—on a long-distance trek | by Cassandra Overby

Light-Footed Hiking Helpers

Pack goats are friendly, fun and—best of all—can make it easier for anyone who can't carry a heavy load to hike or backpack | by Aaron Bredl

Hike for a Lifetime

How hiking can improve your quality of life as you age | by Shannon Cunningham

Never too Late to Start

Galen Chamberlain was 61 years old when he started hiking. Now, at 81, he has hiked thousands of miles and is still going strong | by Holly Weiler

Outdoor Podcasts to Inspire

Listening to a podcast gives you a deep, personal connection to people and places; it's like sitting down with a friend. Here are four shows that will immerse you in adventure and the great outdoors | by Shannon Cunningham

At Home in Nature

People might not always be welcoming, but when I'm outside, I can breathe freely and find peace | by Hamziye Aman

Two Backpackers, Two Techniques

Two WTA staffers break down their methods for planning what goes in their packs — and for ensuring they have the experience they want on their backpacking trips.