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.
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.
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.
32 Days, One Paddle, No Help: How a Ballwin Man Broke the Missouri River Record
Grieving losses and starting with a new kayak, Pete Larson paddled 2,341 miles solo down the Missouri River — and broke a 46-year-old record.