Few sounds make your whole body jolt like the thunder of a whale breaching. The first time I saw a humpback launch out of the water in Alaska, it felt like the ocean itself had decided to take flight. One moment, the surface was calm and glassy, the next, a forty-ton animal was airborne, twisting in slow motion before crashing back down in a spray that soaked us like a summer rainstorm.

Whales have always held a grip on the human imagination. They are the giants of our seas, elusive and mysterious, yet powerful enough to anchor entire mythologies. For centuries, humans pursued them for oil, meat, and baleen, nearly pushing many species to the brink. Today, the pendulum has swung in the other direction. Instead of hunting whales, people travel across the globe to catch a glimpse of them in the wild.

Join Wild Dirt for a Fall Cleanup at Elmwood Parkway & River: A Chance to Connect with Nature and Give Back to Our Community: Event Details Location: Tyler Station; Backside at Polk and Elmwood Blvd. Day: Saturday, October 25th Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Fall Vanlife Vibes: Type 1 Fun on Wheels - Early fall is the ideal time for van life. The air's crisp, the crowds are gone, and the trails feel like they're yours. You roll out of bed in your tiny rolling cabin, slide the door open, and boom, instant trailhead. Coffee tastes better with fog over the lake, trust me.

LATE SUMMER ESCAPES: As summer wanes and Labor Day nears, the pace mellows, but the adventure stays high. Wild Dirt explores standout trips to plan, or book now for August and September 2025, from sun‑drenched southern beaches to starlit northern wilderness.

We all know the importance of a balanced diet, but what if the same principle applied to our relationship with nature? The Nature Triangle offers a new way to think about our exposure to the natural world.

Hometown outdoors activities ideas for children

Exploring Nature with Your Canine Companion. List of the Best Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails in the US.