Extreme outdoorspeople belong to a unique tribe, banded together by a drive to conquer the world one climb, one ride, one paddle at a time.

As we move from the dog days of summer to crisp mornings of autumn, outdoor enthusiasts set their sights on new avenues to explore, and if you haven't explored the Sequatchie Valley, put this region at the top of your list.

BIPOC-led initiatives are redefining who belongs in Chattanooga's outdoors community.

A person needs more than navigational skills or medical training to join a search-and-rescue team.

For most, competing in an Ironman triathlon would be a lifetime achievement.

Chattanooga is on the cusp of change — and it won't be long until we see the signs.

The best time for camping is the first couple of weekends after the air first starts to feel crisp in the morning — that long-awaited departure from the heavy blanket of humidity that greets us on most summer days in Chattanooga. The more pleasant temperatures also usher in the always-stunning effect of the leaves' transformation from shades of green to vibrant yellows, oranges and reds.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Tennessee's Natural Areas Preservation Act, passed in 1971.