The Midwest is home to some of the country’s best recreation areas for hiking and camping. Terrain shows you where to go and what to do when you get there.
Mark Twain National Forest is so big, it can be overwhelming. Here's how to do it right, whether you're hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, paddling, horseback riding, or motoring.
The Pilgrimage in Southern Illinois is a fundraiser, a multi-day party, and an essential Midwest climbing experience.
Five local podcasts to enrich your outdoor pursuits.
From gloves to leggings to a beautiful e-bike, here are the 25 pieces of gear you could use this fall and winter.
The hosts of the Gear & Beer podcast discuss the state of outdoor gear, their biggest gear turnoffs, and their vision for the industry's future.
In the sport of orienteering, one event at Lake of the Ozarks State Park proved impossible to complete... until it didn't.
The Cache River Basin in Southern Illinois is where you can find hiking trails, ancient trees, and a whole lot of cypress-tupelo swamps.
The Eleven Point River in the Missouri Ozarks is a mystery. One writer attempts to solve it.
The French Corridor Expedition from Big Muddy Adventures is an unforgettable trip down the Mississippi River with an award-winning chef and an eye toward the past.
Looking to sleep under the stars? These are the top 10 campsites in Missouri and Southern Illinois.
