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It’s common for us to see homeless people where we live as we go about our daily lives. Sometimes, we find these individuals on street corners holding signs asking for money, while others tend to keep to themselves and huddle up on a park bench as they attempt to get a few hours of sleep. Whether you’ve seen one or more of these scenarios in your life, it’s important to remember that the stigma surrounding homelessness is often incorrect. Read More...

Homelessness is an epidemic that has been present in America for decades. Every day, people struggle to obtain the basic necessities of life that many of us often take for granted. From providing long-term housing solutions and ongoing support to shelters that offer essential care during emergencies, Mercy House is making a huge impact on the homeless population. Read More...

 

 

Change is never an easy thing to transition to; it can be intimidating and challenging, especially when we love how things are. But, as much as we might want to resist, change has an incredible ability to lead us to growth and new things to love. Read More...

You know the phrase no safety net? We use it liberally in everyday language to talk about anything that doesn't have a backup or fallback option. Sometimes, though, the term becomes literal. When that happens in outdoor adventure sports, you're talking about the highest of adrenaline rushes - Read More...

If you want to maintain blister-free feet, you need to invest in high-quality socks. Many people don't invest in socks as much as they do with other pieces of clothing. Outdoor activities can be very rough on your feet, and socks provide the cushioning you need. Read More...

What do you do when your feet leave the ground? When you rely on nothing but a partner (or nothing at all) to keep you safe as you keep climbing higher? Will the adrenaline push you through, or will your worries get the best of you?

Those are just some of the questions that will shoot through your head as you prepare for your first rock climb. Learn more...

The long-awaited summer is finally here. It's time to trade your skateboard for a bike if you don't have one. Most people here, in the US, and other parts of the world go for vacations during summer. For bike lovers both amateurs and professionals, a vacation is incomplete without visiting these bike park destinations...

It's impossible to describe the Porcupine Rim Bike Trail as anything but jaw-dropping. This is a world-famous trail for a reason. 15 mile ride through the middle of nature? Check. An elevation difference of almost 3,000 feet over these 15 miles? Check. A max grade of 42%? Now we're talking. You get all of that, and more, in the heart of Moab, Utah...

Summer is here, which means families are planning for their next getaway. Many families prefer to travel during summer because of warm weather, longer days, and to reconnect with family members. One report reveals that Americans will spend more than $100 billion on summer vacations this year...

Whether you're heading out to the beach, going for a trek in the jungle, or hiking up a mountain, you’re planning to take advantage of the warm summer weather to get your outdoor fix. Learn the top 12 tips...