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Alone Across the Ice

November 11, 2011

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Alone Across the Ice

NatGeo's "Race to the Bottom of the Earth" follows Todd Carmichael and his attempt to become the first American to trek solo to the South Pole. Before you tune in, revisit our 2009 profile of Carmichael's expedition.

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Tough Mudder: An Obstacle Race Without the Wait

November 3, 2011

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Tough Mudder: An Obstacle Race Without the Wait

Found in 26 states, Tough Mudders are obstacle courses as they should be — wait-free, lung-burning, wet, cold, and, well, tough.

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Follow the Rum

October 27, 2011

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Follow the Rum

Hunter S. Thompson’s novel The Rum Diary takes a wary, booze-filled look at Puerto Rico in 1960. With the movie version in theaters, we revisit Thompson’s trail.

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App of the Month: Strava

October 26, 2011

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App of the Month: Strava

With Strava, you can easily track and share your workouts for the first time.

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Advice to Ohioans: How to Avoid Animal Attacks

October 19, 2011

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Advice to Ohioans: How to Avoid Animal Attacks

A cougar and a brown bear — two of the 25 wild animals released in Ohio last Wednesday — remained at large throughout a tense, suspense-ridden afternoon. Here, author and wildlife expert Gordon Grice advises how to protect yourself during an animal attack.

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The Ten Best Adventure Trips in Chile

October 18, 2011

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The Ten Best Adventure Trips in Chile

World-class rapids, double-overhead surf, and deep-sea expeditions are just a few of our favorite Chilean adventures.

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When Animals Attack: What Happened to Evan van der Spuy

October 14, 2011

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When Animals Attack: What Happened to Evan van der Spuy

Everyone is talking about the hartebeest that trampled Evan van der Spuy. But what motivated the attack? We called a zoologist to find out.

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Exclusive: Strike Back Episode Nine Sneak Peak

October 14, 2011

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Exclusive: Strike Back Episode Nine Sneak Peak

In this exclusive clip from episode nine, Cinemax's dynamic duo travel to Chechnya to investigate a mysterious bunker.

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Last of the Blue-Water Hunters

October 14, 2011

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Last of the Blue-Water Hunters

Spearfishing is about taking the fight to the fish — a pursuit as dangerous as it is macho. But this trip had one advantage: The guidance of the sport’s most legendary figure.

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Interview with Philippe Cousteau Junior: Saving the World with Wall Street

October 13, 2011

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Interview with Philippe Cousteau Junior: Saving the World with Wall Street

We sat down with the explorer to talk about financial markets, what it’s like to dive into oil, and what NASA can teach ocean advocates.

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How to Escape the Las Vegas Convention Season

October 5, 2011

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How to Escape the Las Vegas Convention Season

You're dragged there every year. Here’s how to get out.

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Crazy River, Even Wilder Urban Africa

September 27, 2011

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Crazy River, Even Wilder Urban Africa

Richard Grant's Crazy River, available October 25, is one of the year’s most surprising adventure books.

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Who Pissed Off the Bears?

September 23, 2011

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Who Pissed Off the Bears?

In this special report, Gordon Grice examines if an expanding bear population will tolerate more humans in the wild.

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Jennifer Pharr Davis Beats Appalachian Trail Record

August 26, 2011

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Jennifer Pharr Davis Beats Appalachian Trail Record

28-year-old Ashville native shaves 26 hours from the previous mark.

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Laird Hamilton’s Next Adventure

August 9, 2011

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Laird Hamilton’s Next Adventure

Pioneering tow-in surfer Laird Hamilton is one of only a handful of riders who significantly changed the way waves are ridden. Now the big-wave champion is ready to tackle a new challenge — riding waves underwater.

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