Bikes for Kids Wisconsin announced its 2026 cohort of 38 partner organizations to receive bicycles in March and April. Each year, Bikes for Kids Wisconsin collects thousands of donated bicycles from …

The USFS-Superior National Forest has renewed the food storage order for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Starting in 2024, the agency updated its rules and now requires visitors to …

In January, the Minnesota Canoe Association launched a brand-new website, designed to make it easier than ever to stay connected, renew membership, explore events, and celebrate paddling in …

Wisconsin’s long-standing Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, a cornerstone of the state’s conservation efforts since its creation in 1989, finds itself at a critical crossroads. Once celebrated …

Mark your calendars! The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) permit system opens for reservations on January 29, 2025. For paddlers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts, this date is your …

Park Tool's director of education, Calvin Jones, is retiring after 28 years with the company. Jones developed a loyal following on Park Tool's YouTube channel , which has more than 916,000 …

A large review of studies suggests that exercise can ease depression about as effectively as psychological therapy. Compared with antidepressants, exercise showed similar benefits, though the …

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) approved Franconia Minerals’ plan to explore metallic minerals near Birch Lake. The plan allows the company, a Twin Metals Minnesota subsidiary, …

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has released its 2025 Forest Health Annual Report (mndnr.gov/treecare/forest_health/annualreports.html) which uses data from aerial surveys and …

Cold Joy Experience the Wondrous Power of Cold Water Libby DeLana A warm invitation to cold water practice. In this inviting guide to well-being, creative adventurer and wellness …

A recent meta-analysis published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience explored the connection between strength training and brain health. The study’s researchers analyzed 58 randomized controlled …

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 73 state parks and recreation areas on Monday, Jan. 19. This Free Park Day is one of four days each year on which …

Outdoor enthusiasts exploring wilderness areas, race directors plotting course revisions, and photographers using drones to take dramatic images will encounter new restrictions in 2026. The …

Fred Suchy, a member of the St. Germain Bo-Boen Snowmobile Club in Wisconsin was indeed named the 2025 International Groomer of the Year by the International Snowmobile Hall of Fame (ISHOF), …

Nordic Mountain has officially opened a new $2.5 million lodge to kick off its 50th anniversary season. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on November 22, 2025, with the ski season opening to the …

A new research study, published in the journal BMC Medicine reports air pollution can undermine some of the health benefits active folks expect to derive from regular exercise. The protective …

The company will launch a joint research program with the university named the Asics-Michigan Sport Innovation Center. The Japanese sports brand announced that it has signed a $25 million multi-year …

Spartan, the world’s leading endurance and obstacle course racing brand, has officially concluded its 2025 season, marking a year of global growth, historic firsts, and the crowning of 12 new Elite …

Canadian authorities have provided an update to the Remote Area Border Crossing Permit program (RABC). In late December, officials announced that the RABC program is no longer accepting applications …

A decades-long study from Sweden shows physical performance begins deteriorating after 35, regardless of training history. However, regular exercise can help slow the decline When it comes to …