IRONMAN to host 9 full-distance IRONMAN triathlons and 34 IRONMAN 70.3 triathlons in the United States and Canada in 2026 To celebrate the calendar launch, IRONMAN is offering a limited-time …

On Sunday, September 21, 2025, Darren Bush, paddling evangelist and co-owner of Rutabaga Paddlesports in Madison, WI, published a letter on his blog titled, “How do I tell the world …

Suffering from a second winter with below average snowfall, Wisconsin’s Whitecap Mountains Resort filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after two consecutive low-snowfall seasons torpedoed …

 Strava released its 12th annual Year In Sport: Trend Report, revealing a fundamental shift in Gen Z’s approach to fitness. Running and racing boomed in 2025. Gen Z led the charge, …

The National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) released new data showing that a strong bipartisan majority of Americans reject recent and proposed cuts to our national parks. Only 16% of …

 RunSignup, the leading US technology provider for endurance events, released their event participation numbers for Thanksgiving Day 2025, the biggest US running day of the year. This year, the …

Outdoor recreation on federal public lands and waters is fueling America’s economy, according to a new report released today by Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR). This new analysis, “ …

Paddle and Portage media is excited to announce it has been chosen as the official media partner for Canoecopia 2026. It marks the second consecutive year Paddle and Portage will serve in this …

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources EagleCam launched its new season Dec. 2. The EagleCam shows the nesting behavior of a breeding pair of bald eagles, featuring the same active nest …

After several years of closure and construction, the new High Falls pedestrian bridge opened on Monday, Nov. 24. The original bridge, built in 1988, closed to the public in 2022 after severe …

The Nature Conservancy has purchased more than 12,000 acres of dense forest and wetland north of Two Harbors, MN. This property includes parts of the Rainy River, which flows north into the Boundary …

The study found “injuries from road cycling are less frequent but more severe than those from mountain biking accidents.” Road cyclists also demonstrated a higher proportion of serious …

I’m writing to share some important news about changes we’re making to Silent Sports magazine—changes that will ensure we can continue serving you for years to come. After …

The fifth annual Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge – Winter Edition returns to Merrill.  The event requires racers to navigate the secret course revealed on race day using a map and …

Winter has arrived. For many people, their daily schedule starts with driving to work before sunrise and returning home after dark. Workout schedules are altered to accommodate colder temperatures …

Just 21 days after filing the original patent infringement case, Strava has dismissed the case against Garmin. The lawsuit alleged patent infringement over segments and heat maps, claiming Garmin …

Everyone has their favorite local places for outdoor pursuits. Trail running loops that wind through urban nature centers. River bottoms are ideal for fat tire bikes, which float over the loose …

As someone who has participated in races and events for most of my life, as well as organizing and volunteering for many, several thoughts keep rolling through my mind. By nature, I am an over …

Across the Midwest, daylight savings time brings sunset as early as 4:30 pm. The “gets early dark” season drags on for almost 5 months. Runners, cyclists, hikers and skiers don’t …

The Burke Center for Ecosystem Research in Ashland has completed a natural resource restoration effort on North Fish Creek, one of the region’s most important contributors to the health of …