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An Instagram video shows a friendly Golden Retriever on a snowy hike approaching strangers with a wagging tail and inviting them to pet him, prompting smiles from fellow hikers and online praise for the dog’s outgoing, affectionate nature.
The BBC highlights five new hiking trails opening in 2026—Slovenia's Pohorje-Kozjak, Canada's Rocky to Nordegg Rail Trail, England's King Charles III England Coast Path, Mallorca's East Mallorca GR-226, and South Korea's Dongseo Trail—spanning 174km to 2,700+ miles with multi-day durations, showcasing a surge in off-the-beaten-path trekking that links nature with local culture.
A passenger bus plunged 200 metres down a steep mountainside in Nepal, killing 19 people and injuring about 25 of the 44 onboard; among the dead is British hiker Dominic Ethan Stewart, who had recently completed the Annapurna Circuit, while investigators review road safety amid challenging rescue operations in a remote area.
A woman hiking alone in Colorado was killed in what is believed to be a mountain lion attack, the first fatal incident in the state since 1999. Wildlife officials euthanized two mountain lions in the area for investigation, and the search for the attacker continues. The incident highlights the rare but serious danger mountain lions can pose to humans.
Three hikers, including a 19-year-old who fell approximately 500 feet, were found dead during a rescue operation on Mount Baldy in California amid dangerous weather conditions, leading to the temporary closure of the area for safety.
Three hikers were found dead near Mount Baldy in Southern California after severe Santa Ana winds hampered rescue efforts, following a fall on Devil's Backbone trail; the area has been temporarily closed for safety.
Lawrence hosts free outdoor activities on New Year’s Day, including a community run, a nature hike at Clinton State Park, and a bike ride along the River Levee Trail, all suitable for all ages and skill levels, with weather forecasted to be mostly cloudy and mild.
Three hikers, including a 19-year-old, were found dead on Mount Baldy after severe weather hampered rescue efforts, leading to a temporary trail closure and ongoing investigations. Two other hikers were rescued in the same area in separate incidents, highlighting the dangers of hiking in adverse conditions.
Hundreds of Dodgers fans are expected to participate in a 6-mile blue-themed hike through Griffith Park this Sunday to celebrate their team's World Series victory, combining outdoor activity with team support and community bonding.
The hiker describes a challenging day on the trail with slow snow travel, following footprints, and fluctuating trail conditions, but also moments of beauty and support from a friend, ending with a successful long day of over 34 miles despite the snow and cold.
Two hikers in British Columbia, Canada, were hospitalized after an encounter with a grizzly bear and her two cubs on a trail. The bear's actions were deemed defensive, and no action was taken against the bears. The trail remains closed, and authorities advise hikers to stay alert, make noise, travel in groups, and carry bear spray to prevent such incidents.
A sudden and severe blizzard on Mount Everest in Tibet stranded around 580 hikers and guides, prompting a large-scale rescue operation by local authorities, guides, and villagers, highlighting the mountain's dangers amid increasing tourism.
Approximately 900 hikers and staff stranded by a severe snowstorm on the Chinese side of Mount Everest have been rescued, with some experiencing hypothermia; the area remains temporarily closed amid ongoing weather challenges and other regional incidents.
A group of experienced hikers, including Geshuang Chen, was caught in a severe blizzard on the eastern slopes of Mount Everest, leading to a rescue operation involving local Tibetan villagers after they were buried under a metre of snow. The storm, which worsened unexpectedly, forced the group to turn back and prompted a large-scale rescue effort as hundreds of locals joined to assist stranded hikers. Chen managed to escape and is now returning to Lhasa, highlighting the extreme and unusual weather conditions this year.
The article discusses Robohiker, an exoskeleton designed to enhance hiking by allowing users to go further and faster, showcasing advancements in wearable technology for outdoor activities.