summer

North America is full of amazing beaches. It doesn’t matter if you want to climb, swim, surf, laze about in the sun, or simply take a relaxing stroll along the sand and rocks.

I do the majority of my runs during the afternoon hours, which — especially of late — means it can be pretty warm outside. Not surprisingly, the increase in temperature has led to an influx of active sprinklers. This has been great for me — there’s nothing better than running through a cool mist of water in the middle of a hot summer run — but it might not be so great for your lawn ...

So, I have lived in Montana since I was 2, it’s safe to say that I’m a Montana girl. However, when it comes to camping, I’m not a big fan. I have a sneaking suspicion that at least some of my aversion to camping is rooted in my childhood. The ...

If you’re planning a waterfront vacation, it may alarm you to know that a new report reveals sewage and storm water pollution in beaches across the US could put your health at risk — and you might be surprised to learn which beaches are the cleanest.

Beat the heat at Missoula’s “almost” world-famous, Splash Montana this summer. Why drive all the way to Columbia Falls to enjoy a waterpark, when you can save money, time and gas by enjoying the one in your own backyard? Not only will you save $3 ...

Summer is here and that means everyone is going to be hitting the water, whether it be a lake, pond, stream or river. With all the great places Missoula has to keep you cool this summer, you want to make sure you have fun, but also stay safe ...

You might think it’s hot now, but Mother Nature is just getting started. Summer this year is set to hit much of the United States hard, according to a series of excessive heat warnings issued by the National Weather Service Thursday.

It should go without saying, but I’m going to say it anyways: Don’t leave your kids and pets in your car this summer. I personally witnessed dogs left in cars with the windows either closed or open just a crack on 80 degree days and heard of someone finding two small kids left in a car with the windows up on a 90 degree day ...

In a move that seems to defy all logic, a school in Washington State has banned the use of sunscreen, sending two sisters to the hospital with painful-looking sunburn after a field trip.

When the weather is good, and the sun is out, it’s time to start thinking about taking the family out into the American wilderness. For those of you who really want to explore the outdoors, here are some of the best campsites around, spread across the country.