wildlife
Everything filed under closures in our adventure travel coverage, the 7 reports filed on it so far.
PCT Hiker Encounters Aggressive Mice, Glaciers in Washington
A Pacific Crest Trail hiker's journey through southern Washington featured aggressive wildlife, a glacier slide, and trail closures due to wildfires
Colorado Bear Euthanized After Ingesting Trash Bags
A black bear in Durango was euthanized by Colorado Parks and Wildlife after its intestines were blocked by trash, highlighting a record year for bear
PCT Hiker Logs 30-Mile Day on Flat Oregon Terrain
A Pacific Crest Trail hiker describes a fast, 30-mile day in Oregon with minimal elevation gain, detailing encounters with wildlife, scenic views of...
ER Doctors List Top Hiker Hazards
Emergency doctors say hikers' most serious issues are blisters, heat illness, and poor decisions, not dramatic wildlife encounters.
Starlink Satellites Darken National Parks
Starlink satellites are blinding night skies over Yellowstone and Grand Canyon, according to stargazing guide Alexandra Trunnell, who reports seeing...
Ancient Lakes Camping Closure Proposal Sparks Concerns Among Outdoor Enthusiasts
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has proposed a ban on backcountry camping in the Ancient Lakes area, sparking concerns among...
Continental Divide Trail: Hitting Stride to Yellowstone
A hiker's journey on the Continental Divide Trail, from Bannack Pass to Lima, with stunning mountain views and encounters with wildlife.