Gardening, "rewilding" your backyard, or simply dining al fresco brings the outdoors to your doorstep. The Gear vs. The Experience
Birdwatching, forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku), and nature photography focus on observation and presence rather than mileage. Gardening, "rewilding" your backyard, or simply dining al
Hiking, trail running, mountain biking, and kayaking offer "flow states" where the challenge of the terrain meets your physical skill. Hiking, trail running, mountain biking, and kayaking offer
Aim for 20 minutes of sun or fresh air every morning. If you read on the couch, take your book to the park
If you usually run on a treadmill, find a local trail. If you read on the couch, take your book to the park.
The most sustainable outdoor lifestyle is the one that happens in your local state park or the trail behind your house. The "outdoor industry" is shifting its focus from elite athleticism to "outsidership"—the simple act of being outside, regardless of your pace or equipment. Environmental Stewardship
The nature and outdoor lifestyle is a return to our roots. It reminds us that we are not separate from the environment, but a part of it. By stepping out the door, we aren’t just going for a walk—we’re coming home.