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Arrested: Police Apprehend Man Suspected in High-Speed RMNP Car Chase
Police have a man in custody in connection with the 'reckless' chase through Rocky Mountain National Park that left three people injured. UPDATE: Authorities have apprehended the man responsible for a high-speed chase through Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP).
Momentous ‘DC Fly-In’ Brings Outdoor Priorities to Legislators’ Doorstep
How is Outdoor Alliance celebrating its 10th anniversary as a coalition of recreation advocates? With a huge lobbying event at the Capitol, of course. It’s been a long time since outdoor advocacy has seen a coalition like this. More than 75 leaders in outdoor recreation will descend on Capitol Hill this week to convince U.S. lawmakers that the industry deserves more money and protection. Foremost among the group’s objectives will be shoring up support for the EXPLORE Act, which advocates call the “first big package to deal with outdoor recreation on federal lands.”
Ford Recalls 90,000 SUVs and Trucks Over EcoBoost Engine Failures
Faulty valves have Ford issuing a recall on 91,000 Broncos, F-150s, and more to inspect and possibly replace the engine. Ford is recalling close to 100,000 EcoBoost V6 engines. The 2.7L and 3.0L V6 engines are in the F-150, Bronco, Explorer, and Edge, as well as the Lincoln Aviator and Nautilus. The fix is a new engine, at least for some owners, after an inspection.
August Storm: CO Trail Sees Record Number of FKTs in Just 9 Days
With four possible routes, the Colorado Trail has been a huge target for FKT attempts in the last several years. This summer, records were broken in record succession. In the last 9 days of August, three athletes set FKTs for different routes on the Colorado Trail (CT). GearJunkie confirmed with fastestknowntime.com that this is the first time that so many FKTs have been set on the CT in such rapid-fire succession — but not by much; last year, three FKTs fell within a month.
Brutality, Tactics, and $15K Gear: Path to Paris Paralympics Q&A
What does it take to compete in the Paralympics? Learn from Emi Perry and Eric Newby, two U.S. athletes competing in the triathlon and wheelchair rugby. Every Olympic athlete must overcome barriers just to reach the starting line. But Paralympic athletes face a few extra obstacles on their way to the world’s biggest competition.
Former Utah Wildlife Official Charged in Illegal Hunting Scheme
Wade Heaton is one of seven men charged with baiting game animals, a practice Utah lawmakers made illegal in 2021. A former member of the Utah Wildlife Board faces nearly a dozen charges for baiting game animals through his hunting guide business.
Family With Baby Rescued From Desert After Running Out of Water in Texas National Park
After embarking on a trail in Guadalupe Mountains National Park around midmorning, a family of three became stranded when they ran out of water and had to call for help. Here's how to avoid similar situations.
‘I’d Shoot Myself Through the Leg Again If It Hit the Bear and Killed It’: Man Recalls Mauling
Tyler Johnson survived a bear attack in Alaska and shot himself in the leg while fighting it off. Here he recalls the story with 'In Depth Alaska.'. Tyler Johnson and his father were exploring a new hunting area and had no idea they were about to survive a bear mauling — and one of them was going to get shot in the process. They’d just broken out of tall scrub and had stepped into a grassy clearing. Tyler heard his dad scream, “Bear!” first — then he heard the growl, and his blood ran cold.
The Attack on Mountain Lion Hunting Is an Attack on All Hunting
The proposition to ban mountain lion hunting in Colorado erodes the fundamental pillars of conservation and removes a viable, healthy food source. If you are not a hunter, I’m writing to you. And I do it with the utmost respect. Not everyone can, wants to, or should hunt. And that’s totally fine.
Holy Crappie! Fishing Buddies Break State Record Minutes Apart
There are good days on the water and then there are record-breaking crappie ones. There’s something heartwarming about two fellas fishing togetherfor black crappie, breaking a state record, and then doing it again not 2 hours later. That’s exactly what Lindell Marker and Dwight Priestley did.
16 Dingo Attacks This Year Prompts Possible Camping Bans at World Heritage Site
Dingos are a protected species on Australia's K'gari World Heritage Site island, but after numerous attacks on people, and children, local politicians want to require anyone with children under 12 to sleep in fenced areas.
‘Selfie Control’ Instagram Filter Will Show When You’re Too Close to Wildlife
People sometimes approach wildlife to take photos — this free photo filter tool helps gauge whether users are in the danger zone or safe to take pictures. We’ve all seen the videos of wildlife photography gone wrong. Someone gets too close to a buffalo trying to take a selfie for Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok, or whatever, and Bam! They’re suddenly tomahawking like a rag doll through the air. It’s bad for the people, sure. But it can be even worse for the animals that are often relocated or euthanized as a result. It’s a lose-lose situation.
Woman on Spiritual Quest Found After 4 Days Lost in CO Wilderness
A woman who set out 'to maximize her experience with nature' and was lost for 4 days in Colorado's backcountry, was found alive by search and rescue teams. A woman who set out on a short “solo journey” and was lost for 4 days in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains has been found by search and rescue teams. According to authorities, she was discovered on Aug. 17 within the targeted search area alive and uninjured.
No Good, Very Bad Day: Hunter Mauled AND Shot During Alaskan Brown Bear Attack
Surviving both an Alaskan brown bear mauling and gunshot on the same day is a story that's going to be tough to beat. A hunter is recovering in Anchorage from both a mauling and a gunshot wound. The 32-year-old unnamed man and his partner were hunting on the Kenai peninsula when the attack happened. The hunters killed the bear during the attack.
59-Year-Old Establishes Women’s FKT on New Kilimanjaro ‘Sea to Summit’ Hike
When Lorrie Hess set her sights on hiking Mount Kilimanjaro via a new 'Sea to Summit Route,' she knew she had an opportunity to not only become the first woman to make the trek, but also to bag an FKT in the process.
Mountain Lion Attacks, Kills Dog While Walking With Owners in Los Angeles Suburb
The unfortunate wildlife encounter resulted in the death of a pit bull named Gigi. Her owners were unharmed. The community of Sylmar is on alert after a mountain lion attacked and killed a pet pitbull while out on a walk with her owners,a neighborhood notice confirmed.
Huge Drones Will Remove Trash on Mount Everest
During the next spring climbing season on Mount Everest, a swarm of large DJI drones will remove trash from the upper slopes and fly it down to base camp. The Kathmandu Post revealed today that after a successful test in April, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between the three authorities responsible for managing garbage on Everest. Drones will remove trash from the higher slopes of the world’s tallest mountain. This agreement applies to the Khumbu region, not just Mount Everest.
Mountain Lion Attacks, Kills Dog While Walking With Owners in Los Angeles Suburb
The unfortunate wildlife encounter resulted in the death of a pit bull named Gigi. Her owners were unharmed. The community of Sylmar is on alert after a mountain lion attacked and killed a pet pitbull while out on a walk with her owners,a neighborhood notice confirmed.
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