ajtestbed If walking was the primary means of locomotion during your adventures, would you be as stoked as you are now? No overlanding, no airplanes, no vehicles of any kind. Moving at a human pace, a slower, more intimate way of travel. Whaddya think, do you need to get far away, very quickly for proper adventure? … Read more
Photo: Curious Creatures If you’re a man, the first thing you should know about Curious Creatures is you’ll have to convert your waist size to numeric sizing (women’s pants + dress sizing) to get bottoms that will fit you. Curious Creatures is a woman-owned and founded brand that makes apparel for men and women, and they use … Read more
May is mental health awareness month. In recent years, psychologists and mental health professionals around the world have recognized the extraordinary benefits of physical exercise in beautiful, natural spaces. This is a terrific advance in the treatment of mental health issues, but it’s also one many of us have known for many years. With … Read more
When I was a kid, I used to keep a calendar above my desk that read: “_____ days ‘til camp.” Much to my mom’s dismay, I usually began this countdown the day after I returned from that summer’s session. While I no longer torture myself with that particular ritual, the excitement I feel for … Read more
One of the modest pleasures of my middle-age dad-life is an annual solo backpacking trip that, despite all other responsibilities and interests, I’ve been able to keep sacrosanct. In a good year, I can pull off a five-nighter without the fam. Usually, it’s enough if I can scratch out a three-night, four-day trip. It’s … Read more
It seems like it’s been a long time since a truly novel idea in tents came along. There are endless amounts of great tents on the market, but not many that make you think, huh, that’s interesting. But now there’s the Helinox Tactical Cot Tent. Basically, it’s a small, one-person tent that uses a … Read more
Dr. Kristina Young is an ecologist and board chair at Science Moab. She’s also an expert in biocrust, something we just can’t get enough of here at AJ. Last week we published the short film featuring Dr. Young and John Watson of The Radavist, and today we’re back with more Dr. Young on our podcast … Read more
Dr. Kristina Young, a biocrust expert, teamed up with John Watson at The Radavist to bikepacking in the desert to learn more about biocrust and why it matters, in a short film called “From Biocrust With Love,” directed by good friend of AJ Sinuhe Xavier — check it out above. If you like the film, … Read more
Ed note: This story isn’t strictly about adventure. But, it’s about something so many of us deal with — stuff creep. We’re suckers for stories about people simplifying their lives, especially if that means they gain a sense of freedom and lightness. Enjoy. A few years ago, I turned a carport into a bedroom. … Read more
If you’ve never visited The Revelator, consider making it part of your regular internet travels. It’s a website dedicated to wildlife, nature, and the environment. At times poignant, others enraging, sometimes hilarious, it’s always illuminating. The editor, John Platt, occasionally publishes recommended reading lists and his latest is filled with interesting titles we think you’d … Read more