Since there’s no better place than the woods to practice that wise adage of taking only photos and leaving only footprints — here’s a shortlist of tips that will help you achieve it.

How would our world look if the high school exit exam included a week on a mountaintop?

Paul journeys north in search of fall foliage, Northeast style. Will he find Little Connecticut hiding just over the bridge in Marin?

enjoying the outdoors in the summer - its the little things

On a weekend trip with friends, Paul finds life in the great outdoors can get pretty hectic. Where's the peace and quiet?

A kayaking tour in placid waters turns terrifying when a wake sends Paul gliding toward barking sea lions. Where's the exit?

Most of us face a terrible paradox: We love to spend to time in the great outdoors, but we have to drive to get there.

A few tricks to avoid turning a smorgasbord for one of the summer's most annoying pest.

Some prefer hiking boots, and others swear by hiking sandals. Which option is the best? The debate rages on.

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Every little bit helps. Tina Vindum recounts the changes she has seen from exposure to nature, and the outdoors. From mental to physical time spent outdoors can do wonders for you all around and for the world at hand.