On the cover: An angler casts in a stream in Virginia’s George Washington National Forest. Photo by Alan Downie
Departments
A unique bouldering gym opens in Bristol.
A look at one of the most sweeping outdoor recreation legislation packages in history.
In the outdoor industry, good names set the trends.
The goods
Gear for spring fly fishing + sustainable brands
New tunes from Taj Mahal and Phosphorescent.
Features
Blue Ridge guides share secrets for success when it comes to catching spring trout.
When you’ve got to go in the backcountry, follow these eco-friendly tips.
A reunion with an old hiking partner helps a musician find his way.
There’s much to explore in an underrated part of the South Carolina’s Upstate.
Meet the South’s new top ultrarunner.
