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“Deadzoning” in the Wild West: I Tried on Cowboy Life at a Montana Dude Ranch

Our columnist tries out the new travel trend of “deadzoning" at a high-end guest ranch in Montana. With zero cell service, gourmet meals, and endless trail rides, he’s now considering full-time cowboy life. The post “Deadzoning” in the Wild West: I Tried on Cowboy Life at a Montana Dude Ranch appeared first on Outside Online.

A Fatal Lightning Strike in Utah Exposes a Common Mountain Shelter Myth

A fatal lightning strike on Utah's Mount Timpanogos highlights a dangerous backcountry misconception. Learn why trail shacks and small mountain shelters offer zero lightning protection—and what to do instead. The post A Fatal Lightning Strike in Utah Exposes a Common Mountain Shelter Myth appeared first on Outside Online.

An extraordinary look inside the home of some of the world’s last mountain gorillas

National Geographic Explorer Brent Stirton has photographed life inside Virunga National Park over the course of nearly two decades—chronicling stories of violence and resilience.

Where a land ethic blooms

Caring for this planet entails decisions that are intimate, about our farms, our homes, our human and our wild neighbours- by Craig MaierRead on Aeon

Personal locator beacons save lives. But they can’t make hiking safe

Personal locator beacons can save lives – but they must be coupled with education.

A rural Idaho county banned renewables. It’s having second thoughts.