Group Golf Trips Are Growing, and Vilamoura Is Built For Them
Golf holidays used to be seen as a simple escape for two. A weekend away, a few rounds in the sunshine and a post-game debrief over dinner and drinks. But now, the classic golf break is becoming a much bigger, more social affair, and Vilamoura…
The Most Dangerous Sailing Race & The San Diego Skipper Who Plans To Win It
photo above by Christophe Favreau As I peeled off the 405 and drifted toward Shelter Island, the air thickened into a cool, briny mist—a damp curtain that carried the salty, metallic tang of a hard working sailor’s marina. The fog was slowly burning off as the…
The Grand Canyon BASE Jumping Tragedy: A Cautionary Tale
Imagine standing on the edge of the Grand Canyon’s South Rim at 8am on a Tuesday, the vast expanse stretching out before you. You are about to take that adrenaline-fueled leap, a BASE jump that promises the ultimate thrill. Justin Guthrie, a 43-year-old man from…
Understanding The Health Benefits of UPF Swimwear
Let’s face it, global warming is real. Summers are getting longer and hotter. Gone are the days when you feel comfortable in your base tan while surfing, swimming or boating. Coastal cities that used to see a handful of days each year above 90 degrees…
California Ziplining – Best Places to Zipline in California
Ziplining in California has become increasingly popular for several reasons. It offers a unique and thrilling experience that allows individuals to soar through the air and enjoy a sense of freedom with an adrenaline rush. The excitement and adventure associated with ziplining can appeal to…
The Unique Health Benefits of Paddleboarding
I often used to say that I dig surfing because it hits all five categories – sport, exercise, nature, spiritual & solitude. That’s a pretty comprehensive and exciting list of boxes to check for an outdoor activity. It sure beats the heck out of pounding…
Hiking Yosemite Falls After Record Breaking Snowpack
All winter long I had been planning on getting to Yosemite National Park in the spring. Like many, I understood the massive amount of snowfall in California would set the stage nicely for jaw-dropping waterfall displays. If you have never been to Yosemite, there are…
Searching for the Next Generation of Outdoor Creators
Outside recently announced the first-ever Outside Awards, a new winter-focused competition for photographers and filmmakers, with $40,000 in prize money and a chance to be featured in Outside Magazine and in the Warren Miller film tour. Why this contest is winter-focused but starting in April…
The Masters Tournament – Odds & Predictions
For golfers, the mere mention of the phrase “Green Jacket” immediately conjures images of the pristine greens and fairways at Augusta National Golf Club, home of the 87th Masters Tournament. It’s the course where legends like Jack Nicklaus, Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods have created…
The Best US Ski Resorts for Experts
The Gods of Winter answered the call this year and have brought massive amounts of snow to just about the entire country. This season has been a welcoming sight considering the dry winters and pandemic restrictions of past seasons. It’s a winter huckfest at the…
