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How Climbers Can Help Pakistan Rebuild


A senior official at the Red Cross has said that rebuilding Pakistan could take five years. That's about how long it's been since Katrina hit New Orle  More »

Cricket Community Rallies to Help Pakistan’s Flood Victims


International cricket elite urge their fans to donate towards disaster relief funds for Pakistani flood victims.  More »

Surfers and Sport Anglers Speak Out On BP Oil Spill

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"We don't know what the future holds, but the beaches look beautiful, and good vibes will keep us going."  More »

Playing Laundry Badminton, For Art’s Sake


The Institute of Aesthletics mixes art and sport to drum up community pride. Now, they're bringing the madness to the UK.  More »

Moab Adventure Center Hosts Raft for the Cure June 26


A new way to raise money for breast cancer awareness.  More »

Teva Mountain Games Coming to Vail


From June 3-6, the Teva Mountain Games are bringing adventure to Vail.  More »

Kids Turned Pro: Are They Sacrificing Their Childhoods?

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Three-year-old snowboarders and eight-year-old climbers are bringing up some tough questions about the role of sports in children's lives.  More »

Get Fit, Get Healthy, Get Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains

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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park Reward Yourself - Hike the Smokies Challenge gives hikers an incentive to take their workouts outside.  More »

Road Work in Zion Restricts Canyoneering


Road work in Zion National Park will shut down Pine Creek Canyon and other popular canyoneering routes this summer.  More »

Katie Spotz Breaks Transatlantic Rowing Record

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Katie Spotz rowed across an ocean for charity.  More »

Alps Expecting Killer Avalanche Season

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Winter weather? Check. Ski gear? Check. Chance for avalanche? Check.  More »

Tiger Woods and the Alleged Cheating Scandal

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Why we care that Tiger Woods may have had an affair.  More »

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