Daniela Saffran, Rollins College

Feeling stressed and trapped within the four walls of your tiny dorm room? Get outside and try something new to benefit your physical and mental health.

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

For a generation constantly faced with a multitude of stressors, a trip into nature can provide a respite.

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

The terminology used by athletes and recreationists reflects an underlying violence and a massive racial divide in participation in outdoors sports.

Natalie Morrison

Get your kid some sunshine — it will definitely pay off for them in the long run.

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

The guiding principles provide a framework for enjoying the great outdoors without disrupting the natural cycles of the environment.

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

As COVID-19 has drastically changed vacation plans, people have explored alternative options for summer getaways.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

They might not be as famous as Yellowstone or Yosemite, but these five places are still perfect for experiencing the great outdoors.

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Whether you’re an avid adventurer or an armchair alpinist, these are for you.