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The 2026 Midterm Elections

The 2026 midterm elections will have consequences far beyond Washington, D.C. The new balance of power in Congress will influence how the United States manages public lands, protects water resources, …

Needle ice forms as the ground freezes while some soil water remains liquid.

A Chill in the Air

November sits on the edge of winter, when in the Northwoods liquid water becomes solid. So, it is the perfect time to walk—briskly, to stay warm—around the edge of a lake or marsh as it begins to …

Event Participation Trends

Survey respondents participated in an average of 10 events over the last 12 months, consisting of races of a variety of distances. This is one event less than the number of races respondents …

Runner Habits

Asked to choose up to three reasons why they run or walk, the top selections were stay in shape/stay healthy, 78.4 percent; enjoy the activity; 34.8 percent; relieve stress, 34.3 percent; to train …

Running USA Survey reports runners prefer Brooks, Asics and Adidas

Running USA’s 2026 Global Running Survey reported Brooks, Asics and Adidas increased their appeal as favorite footwear brands with runners in both training and racing categories, while Nike, Hoka …

The Good Place by Canoe

Our route ahead left the protected cove on Isle Royale National Park for the blue-green expanse of Lake Superior. A west wind gusted through the twenty-mile-wide channel between Isle Royale and …

Zipping down easy riffles past boulders through boreal woods.

THE RIVER of BURNT WOODS

There’s something about a river that flows up that feels subversive. Like the maverick path of a black sheep, its lonesome boldness catches your attention and challenges expectations. I …

Ian Bush joins his father, Darren for caanoe trip. Ian paddled at solo canoe at age ten.

Reflecting on Traditions

The little olive-green Duluth Pack No. 2 was stuffed with a puffy jacket, hat, mittens, and Scholastic paperback books. My then four-year-old daughter, Whitney, was responsible for her own pack. The …

The author’s daughter on their home climbing wall.

The Cliff

I never wanted kids until I was in my late twenties and something rolled over in me, and suddenly I did. It took my wife and me five years to have our first daughter, followed by another six years …

Brown creepers become almost invisible against the camouflage of tree bark.

A Conversation with Richard Louv, author of “Noticing: Intimate Encounters with the Natural World”

ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT

Briefs

- Most of Banning State Park to temporarily close for construction
  
  Construction includes upgrades to the day-use area to support growing visitor base and increase accessibility. Starting Monday, Nov. 9, …
- Cannondale headquarters is moving to California
  
  Cannondale is closing its Connecticut headquarters office and consolidating its North American sales and operations in Santa Cruz, California. …
- Be the Reason
  
  A couple of years ago, a mother and daughter walked into an outdoor shop where I was side hustling, packing list in hand. I knew immediately it …
- Patagonia now sells its Worn Wear collection alongside new products
  
  Patagonia launched Worn Wear nine years ago, becoming one of the first brands to market used clothing and equipment. Functioning as a second …
- ICORE Launches Year-End Campaign to Complete Local Fundraising for Mercer Loon Loop Trail Expansion
  
  Iron County Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts (ICORE) has launched its year-end fundraising campaign, "Turn Your Year End Gift Giving into …
- Outdoor Brands and The Nature Conservancy Form Microfiber Action Alliance
  
  The Nature Conservancy (TNC), has partnered with Nike, Patagonia and other brands to launch the Microfiber Action Alliance (MAA), an initiative …

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Wisconsin Public Radio welcomes Silent Sports contributor Timothy Bauer

Listen to Silent Sports contributor Timothy Bauer talking about fall paddling opportunities in Wisconsin during the Lee Rayburn Show on Wisconsin Public Radio.

Wisconsin Public Radio features Silent Sports

LISTEN: Editor Lou Dzierzak talks with Wisconsin Public Radio host Lee Rayburn about how Silent Sports caters to outdoor enthusiasts throughout the Upper Midwest including runners, cyclists, paddlers, cross-country skiers and others.

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