17th Annual Race to the Dome Takes Place on the Missouri River Saturday, Oct. 3
The 17th Annual Race to the Dome canoe/kayak event is [...]
Where to Climb in Missouri State Parks (and How to Get a Permit)
Contrary to recent rumors, rock climbing is welcome at select Missouri State Parks. Here’s where to boulder and send your next route.
Gateway Outdoor Expo Returns Feb. 13-14 for a Weekend of Family-Friendly Adventure
The Gateway Outdoor Expo will return to the St. Charles [...]
Columbia Bottom Conservation Area to Close Sept. 8 for Completion of Setback Levee
To better facilitate the setback levee project currently in progress [...]
GO! St. Louis Announces Free Haunted Group Run at 4 Hands Brewing Co.
GO! St. Louis is bringing runners together for a spooktacular [...]
New Documentary “The Trail State” Traces How Missouri Built the Katy Trail
How a wrecked railroad became the 240-mile Katy Trail: a new St. Louis-made documentary tells Missouri's incredible rail-trail story. Premieres Sept. 22.
Can the St. Louis Region Become an Outdoor Capital? This Summit Says Yes
River City Outdoors’ Gateway Outdoor Summit tackled trails, riverfront parks, and the Olympics — with big lessons from OKC and Minneapolis.
On My Greenway, Strangers Become Something Like Friends
On his neighborhood greenway, a St. Louis-area writer finds the connection missing from a disconnected world — no last names required.
Thunder Mountain Challenge Brings New Running Feat to Bridal Cave near Camdenton
Runners looking for a new challenge will have the opportunity [...]
Camping With Your Dog? Don’t Leave Without This Gear
From backcountry packs to bandanas that beat the heat, here’s the gear that’ll make your dog the best camping buddy on the trail.
Your Adventure Guide to Kinetic Park in St. Charles County
One visit barely scratches the surface of this high-energy park in Dardenne Prairie, Missouri.
We Paddled Arkansas’ Buffalo River with 37 North Expeditions. Here’s the Verdict
A self-described reluctant paddler joins 37 North Expeditions for a guided float on Arkansas’ Buffalo National River — and comes away a convert.
From Carondelet Park to National Podiums: The Rise of Junior Cyclist Maddox Simmons
St. Louis-area junior cyclist Maddox Simmons nearly won nationals in a photo finish — and he's still chasing a pro career in Europe.
High Points: The Gateway Arch Offers an Unexpected Outdoor Experience
Soaring 630 feet above the Mississippi River, the Gateway Arch [...]
WashU Professor Ian Bogost on Small Stuff, Big Gratification, and Redefining “Outdoorsy”
Ian Bogost, a WashU professor and game designer, on why finding wonder doesn't require a mountain — and how everyday moments build a richer outdoor life.
He’s Been a St. Louis River Guide for Years. Here’s What It’s Really Like.
Big Muddy Adventures guide Mark “Malko” Malkowicz talks sunburn, 400-pound canoes, big tips, and why guiding on the Mississippi beats any office job.
The Best Outdoor Activities in Joplin, Missouri
Explore the best outdoor activities in Joplin, Missouri, from mountain biking and paddling to waterfalls, hiking trails, great food, and Route 66 charm.
Three Ozark Rivers, One Unforgettable Bikerafting Adventure
Follow a four-day bikerafting adventure linking Missouri's Current, Jacks Fork, and Eleven Point rivers through the heart of the Ozark backcountry.
Meet the Blind Kayaker Tackling Missouri’s Toughest River Race — Again
Isaac McBurney is back for his fourth MR340, the grueling 340-mile river race across Missouri — and he’s on a mission to prove limits are an illusion.
New Guide Showcases Over 80 of Missouri’s Most Scenic Natural Wonders
Whether you're searching for a hidden waterfall, a bluff-top overlook, [...]