Diana Davis reflects on what it means to “suffer” in the outdoors when the real “suffering” may be taking place in our everyday lives.
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One journey ends and another begins. Life has a tendency to repeat itself and my recent retirement shows this statement to be true as I embark on a new journey of self-discovery…
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The journey to finding a career that you relish and thrive is not an easy one. But, if you are lucky enough to find a vocation that suits you, it is worth celebrating…
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The Bears Ears National Monument has been one of contention since its establishment in 2016. Its boundaries have been reduced, restored, and now most likely, reduced yet again with each change in our nation’s administration. Regardless of politics, a visit to its wonders will surely make an impact and inspire one to protect this special natural and cultural resource…
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Some times things take time…lots of time. Thirteen years ago I set out to complete a human powered adventure from my doorstep biking and skiing my way through my home mountain range. Due to one thing or another, my attempts to complete this adventure were all thwarted. It became my personal odyssey…
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Outdoor Pursuits recently completed yet another “Graduate River Trip” in the program’s 45 year history. During this trip we send our seniors off into the world with a river-style commencement speech, recognition from their peers, and a whole lot of fun. Sometimes though, a graduating senior has some wisdom of their own to share…
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Finding water in the desert can be a difficult task. It is not unlike finding meaning and purpose in our lives in a world that is discouraging and harsh at times. In the spirit of graduation season, the LC shares its steps for finding “water” as today’s graduates begin the next steps in their journeys…
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The final chapter of the Cardinal Challenge takes us on a gravel ride back in time where we reflect on the previous points of the compass and some lessons learned…
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Part three of the Cardinal Challenge take us deep into the Weminuche Wilderness where sought after peaks are bagged; whitewater is paddled; friendship is deepened; and a life is inspired…
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A parameter of the Cardinal Challenge, is that each adventure must have some objective to be achieved. In the West Challenge, the LC looks to help out a friend as he builds his dream…
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Due to a summer of disruption caused by a global pandemic, the Lesson Collective turns to its own backyard for a source of adventure, exploration, learning and connection. This is the first of four human-powered adventures in each of the cardinal directions. Welcome to the Cardinal Challenge…
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Sometimes we plod along through life on auto pilot without thinking about “why” we are making the decisions we are or where we are headed. In this post we find inspiration in the work of two women who have found their “why” and have dedicated themselves to helping young women find theirs as well.
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Does our urge to recreate come from a place of mental health and well-being or are we simply grasping for a perception of “happiness?“ In this post, former adventure addict, Brad Meiklejohn, shares some thoughtful words on where, for some us, the drive to pursue our outdoor activities derives…
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With the current state of the world, is it responsible to seek out adventures in lands beyond our local community? There is no right or wrong answer to this question, but the LC has come up with a possible alternative for those of us who are adventure-minded…
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As we have shown through the LC, life lessons abound in the deserts, mountains, rivers, and oceans of our amazing planet. As we learn in this beautiful post, there is no shortage of parallels between chasing backcountry powder and educating rambunctious middle schoolers…
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All it takes is a single spark to ignite a fire. However, to keep the fire aflame and grow it into inextinguishable bonfire, there must exist both a caretaker and a fuel source. The task to empower our nation’s 25 million girls is a daunting one, but the “Fire Tenders” are finding inspiration through a collective vision to stoke the flames and empower the next generation of women leaders…
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In era where authenticity is compromised by social media, it can be refreshing to relearn that life isn’t all sunshine and lollipops. In this check-in by LC contributor, Hollie Ernest, shares how the uphills and downhills are all a part of the journey…
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Collegiate outdoor orientation programs have the power to change lives and affect the course of an incoming college student’s college experience. They also can teach those leading such programs some valuable life lessons…
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