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Can you poop outdoors without contaminating the environment? A researcher explains how

By Shari Edelson, B. Derrick Taff, The Conversation

Nation Aug 31

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Volunteers work to restore the Appalachian Trail after Helene’s destruction

Last fall’s Hurricane Helene brought historic rainfall and record-breaking flooding across the Southeast. In the immediate aftermath, downed trees and destroyed bridges caused 430 miles of the famed Appalachian Trail to be closed. Now, months of labor by volunteer work…

By John Yang, Veronica Vela

Science Sep 04

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After losing his sight, this scientist created a unique nature walk for the other senses

In Southern California's Tijuana River Estuary, a blind scientist is leading a tour that encourages visitors to experience nature a little differently. He introduces visitors to the native plants with an emphasis on the other four senses besides sight. This…

By Kori Suzuki, Carolyne Corelis, KPBS Public Media

World Jul 09

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Buried by avalanche 22 years ago, body of U.S. climber is found in Peru

Police in Peru said Tuesday they have found the cold-preserved body of an American mountaineer who was buried as he tried to climb one of the highest peaks in the Andes.

By Franklin Briceno, Associated Press

Science Mar 18

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Hikers can take these simple steps to help reduce the spread of invasive plant species

Invasive species cause billions of dollars in damage across the U.S. every year.

By Megan Dolman, The Conversation

Dec 31

New Year’s Day hiking tradition reaches parks in all 50 states

By Mark Pratt, Associated Press

A simple plan to get more people enjoying the outdoors on New Year’s Day has become a nationwide movement after a hike at a Massachusetts park more than three decades ago.

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May 13

Hikers fight plan for building border wall at the start of scenic Arizona Trail

By Astrid Galvan, Associated Press

The government plans on building a two-mile stretch of 30-foot fencing at Border Monument 102, a historical marker where the Arizona Trail begins. It has to waive a law that provides national protection for the trail, which is one of…

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Nov 10

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Journalist goes on a walk around the world to find the story of humanity

By PBS News Hour

Paul Salopek has been out for a walk -- a very long walk -- since 2013. His route stretches from Ethiopia’s Great Rift Valley to the very southern tip of South America, tracing the path of humanity from its African…

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Apr 07

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Snapping selfies helped motivate this Pacific Crest Trail hiker

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In our NewsHour Shares video of the day, Andy Davidhazy hiked the entire Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada, and took a selfie for every mile. A time-lapse video of the selfies shows the five-month journey as well as…

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Apr 02

Man walks 2,660-mile trail, takes selfie every mile to prove it

By Joshua Barajas

Over the course of five months, Andy Davidhazy hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, a 2,660-mile walk that began in Mexico and snaked up the West Coast. He took a selfie at every mile, and by the time he reached his…

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