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The Bitter Southerner | March 2020
Decades ago, state laws and socio-economic pressures almost eradicated the heritage languages of Louisiana French and Creole, know in south Louisiana parishes as Kouri-Vini. But today, through education, art, music, and food, locals are working to keep the languages alive and nurture a new generation of local French and Kouri-Vini speakers. Jonathan Olivier, a journalist who grew up there and now works the land as a farmer, ponders what's in store for his culturally distinct region of the South. |
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Country Roads | March 2020
Once a staple of South Louisiana culture, medicinal plants are making a comeback |
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Astheure | December 2019
Le trait d’union entre mon projet de ferme biologique et la journée de la boucherie, c’est bel et bien le rôle joué par nos langues d’héritage que sont le français et le créole. À mon sens, nos traditions ne peuvent pas être séparées de nos langues. |
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Country Roads | September 2019
The Bayou State Rabbit Hunters Federation upholds the declining practice of hunting rabbits with beagles |
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Outside Magazine | September 2019
We asked the experts--and this is the one trail you can't miss in each of the 61 U.S. National Parks |
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Gear Patrol | September 2019
Ultralight has taken the long-distance backpacking world by storm, offering featherweight features at a higher price |
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Mother Earth News | August/September 2019
Hands-on apprenticeships cultivate opportunities to leave the city and lead an agrarian lifestyle. |
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Country Roads | June 2019
Holding fast to their traditions, coastal hunters are taking steps to reverse the loss of hunting lands and decline in game species. |
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Outside Magazine | May 2019
Kris Newby dives deep to unearth a secret history of government cover-ups in the spread of Lyme disease, but her research rests on shaky ground. |
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REI Co-op Journal | January 2019
Nearly 150 ultramarathoners braved subzero temperatures during the 15th annual Arrowhead 135, which traces through the Northern Minnesota backcountry. |
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REI Co-op Journal | December 2018
Memphis residents are embracing an outdoors lifestyle by climbing, cycling and paddling to inspire their communities, reduce poverty and lead healthier lives. |
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REI Co-op Journal | September 2018
Moving at an astonishing pace, the Belgian ultrarunner smashed the previous Fastest Known Time on the AT by more than four days. |
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REI Co-op Journal | August 2018
Due to recent legislation, trails on our nation’s public lands are set to get a face-lift with the help of volunteers and private organizations. |
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Outside Magazine | May 2018
While overcrowding plagues America's most popular trails, there are still places to find solitude. |
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Outside Magazine | March 2018
A group of hired caretakers, called ridgerunners, are working to protect America’s favorite wilderness footpath from the hordes of people who walk it each year. |
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REI Co-op Journal | March 2018
Despite a traumatic brain injury, Sara Fry is exploring the High Sierra in an effort to map more than 8,000 miles of hiking trails. |
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REI Co-op Journal | September 2017
He packed light, pushed through pain, followed Fastest Known Time protocol to a T, and even stopped to enjoy the view. |
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Outside Magazine | June 2017
The Great Eastern Trail spans nine states and 1,600 miles just west of the Appalachian Trail, but private landowners, meager funding, and sluggish construction are holding up the completion of America's next big wilderness route. |
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Outside Magazine | April 2017
As more hikers take on the 2,190-mile route each year, Lyme disease intensifies its spread across the eastern U.S. |
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Outside Magazine | April 2017
Jim Tabor began stashing hand-carved spoons along the AT six years ago as souvenirs for through-hikers. His creations have come to symbolize the generosity of the tight-knit trail community. |
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Louisiana Sportsman Magazine | April 2017
Accessing the turkey woods by boat offers a stealthy approach and an escape from the crowds — and is the perfect solution for tracking down Atchafalaya Basin gobblers. |
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Outside Magazine | February 2016
No one has ever completed the 2,180-mile trail heading southbound and starting in December, but this full-time hiker is trying |
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Louisiana Sportsman Magazine | August 2015
Young Anna Olinde nearly lost her battle with leukemia — until hunting and fishing gave her something for which to look forward. Now she's on the mend, and loving every minute of her time outdoors. |
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Louisiana Sportsman Magazine | July 2015
Deer, turkey and waterfowl all benefit from increase in quality bear habitat, LDWF says |