Editor's note: By the time you read this, our mass emergence of spring cicadas may have already come and gone.

Melissa Hickson is not a thrill-seeker.

Known as the Houseboat Capital of the World, Russell County is said to be home to the largest fleet of rental houseboats in the United States.

Rami Ayoub was awestruck by the coral reef he discovered just past the shoreline in Mahahual, Mexico.

Randy Whorton likes a challenge, whether he's organizing trail cleanups and races as director of Wild Trails or competing in ultramarathons.

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There's a new crag in town — well, soon to be, at least. First, the Southeastern Climbers Coalition needs help constructing access points.

When Robby Eskridge and Lindsey Hardesty met, they shared more than just a profession.

As a woman, hitting the trails alone isn't always the best idea for safety reasons. Plus, hiking with a group is more fun and a great way to meet people with similar interests.