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Finding Barefoot Paradise on Mafia Island - Part 1

Finding Barefoot Paradise on Mafia Island - Part 1

Despite its ominous name, this virtually unknown island has been discovered as a utopia for anyone willing to make the journey—a truly ‘off the beaten track’ experience and a scuba diver’s dream. Dar es Salaam’s airport is not exciting at the best of times, but at 4:

Is The Great Barrier Reef Going to Die?

Is The Great Barrier Reef Going to Die?

The Great Barrier Reef, already damaged by three extreme heatwaves, is experiencing its fourth mass bleaching event. Does this mark the end of the world’s largest living system? Scientists say things look grim, but there is still hope. Last year, The Outdoor Journal spoke to marine scientists and conservationists

#StandUp4Rhinos: First SUP Descent of the Zambezi River

#StandUp4Rhinos: First SUP Descent of the Zambezi River

Last November, eight of the world’s strongest whitewater paddlers undertook a mission to make the first stand-up paddle board descent of Africa’s Zambezi River. But they weren’t just paddling for themselves; they were paddling to raise awareness about rhino poaching. “No crocodiles.” Such was the precondition upon

ISA to Make 2016 Fiji ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship Carbon Neutral

ISA to Make 2016 Fiji ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship Carbon Neutral

The International Surfing Association aims to set a new standard for sustainable practices and offset carbon footprint of the 2016 Fiji ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship. The International Surfing Association (ISA) and the Local Organizing Committee for the 2016 Fiji ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship, Tourism Fiji, have

The Great Barrier Reef Isn’t Dead Yet. Here’s How You Can Save It

The Great Barrier Reef Isn’t Dead Yet. Here’s How You Can Save It

The Reef is in a bad way, and it’s humanity’s fault. But don’t give up yet! Here’s what you can do to help save coral reefs worldwide. The Great Barrier Reef—the world’s largest coral reef system is not dead yet. It is under severe

What Can I Do For International Whale Shark Day?

What Can I Do For International Whale Shark Day?

On International Whale Shark Day, find out how you can protect the gentle giants of the ocean. Sharks are one of the oldest species of the animal kingdom. They predate dinosaurs by about 200 million years and have survived five events of mass extinction. Yet, in the last two generations

Global Tiger Day: Six Steps That Can Help Save The Tiger

Global Tiger Day: Six Steps That Can Help Save The Tiger

On Global Tiger Day, conservationists and explorers explain how the adventure travel community can, by making the right choices help save the tiger. The population of the tiger has been on the decline since the start of the 20th century. The majestic creature that once commanded a range across Asia