Officials Have Officially Banned Tents at a Popular Yellowstone-Area Camp Amid Growing Grizzly Concerns

Lewis and Clark’s Dog Helped Usher In a New Era of Pet Ownership

A new book on the famed expedition sheds light on the Newfoundland who accompanied the two explorers on their transcontinental journey The post Lewis and Clark’s Dog Helped Usher In a New Era of Pet Ownership appeared first on Outside Online.

Biruté Galdikas's life with orangutans—and the iconic story that helped change their fate

National Geographic Explorer Biruté Galdikas was the third of the so-called Trimates, alongside Explorers Dian Fossey and Jane Goodall. She spent thousands of hours in the jungles of Borneo for the first long-term study of orangutans. Her findings changed how we saw these incredible animals, and made for one of National Geographic’s most iconic covers.

After a Fatal Fall in Wisconsin, Climbers Debate the Need for Safety Tethers

The midwest climbing community is mourning the tragic loss of Audrie Pelosi, who died while guiding at Devil’s Lake State Park in Wisconsin The post After a Fatal Fall in Wisconsin, Climbers Debate the Need for Safety Tethers appeared first on Outside Online.

What You Need to Know About How Tear Gas Harms Kids

The post What You Need to Know About How Tear Gas Harms Kids appeared first on ProPublica.

Farmers in a national park are turning down lights at night to help wildlife – it could be good for crops too

The intiative looks to reduce glare and introduce lighting that is less disruptive to wildlife.

Nuclear in my backyard: A Nebraska utility is skirting the public backlash that plagues wind and solar