ZEN OUT

5 Must-Visit Sculpture Gardens in Texas

From Houston to Abilene, you’ll find outdoor art all over the Lone Star State.

05/17/2022 By Geneva Diaz

BIKE TRAILS

The Best Places to Bike in Houston

The best biking spots in the Houston area, featuring streets, trails, and bike lanes.

05/11/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

SAFER TRAVELS

7 Tips For Traveling Safely During A Pandemic According to a Houston Doctor

Experts share tips for how to travel safely during COVID-19 Pandemic and Omicron surge

01/19/2022 By Geneva Diaz

Open Road

7 Ways To Experience Colorado This Winter

How to enjoy Colorado – without the skis.

12/24/2021 By Kelsy Armstrong

Riding Solo

8 Solo Adventures to Embark On in Houston

Explore the city’s underground tunnel or tour Houston’s murals.

11/29/2021 By Danielle Wright

Outdoors

Trae Tha Truth Joins Mass Bike Ride to Mourn Astroworld Victims

The Clutch City Cruisers will lead the journey through the city.

11/10/2021 By Camilo Hannibal Smith

We're outside (safely)

Discovery Green Announces Fall 2021 Programs

Enjoy outdoor fun in the heart of downtown’s 12-acre park.

08/05/2021 By Amarie Gipson

Cannonball!

Here's How You Can Enjoy Your Own Private Pool in Houston

Swimply is offering an online marketplace for pool sharing.

07/28/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Flower Fever

Your Informal Guide to Azaleas in Houston

The Azalea Trail is canceled, but you can still see the blooms at these H-Town spots.

03/19/2021 By Brittany Cristiano

Year in Review

Our 10 Best Travel & Outdoor Stories of 2020

Catch up on our most-read travel posts of the year.

12/25/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Into the Wild

A Tree Giveaway in GOOF, E-Bikes Hit Midtown, and More Outdoorsy News

Plus, where to find a new mural, free yoga on the green, and one hot upcoming trail.

12/04/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Plant Life

The Houston Botanic Garden Makes Its Debut

What to know about Houston's newest outdoor destination.

09/18/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Get Out

Visiting Memorial's Eastern Glades Is Like Going to a Brand New Park

What to know about the best new outdoor space in town.

08/07/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Good Stuff

Trees For Houston Makes Our City a Better Place to Live, Even During COVID-19

Trees improve our health and so much more.

05/22/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

What to know before you grow

What Should Beginning Gardeners Plant in Their Yards?

The secret to getting that “Secret Garden” look.

05/20/2020 By Catherine Wendlandt

Get Out

The Health Benefits of Spending Time Outside

Trade in the cabin fever and nonstop panic for some sunshine.

05/01/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Year in Review

Your Favorite Outdoors Coverage of 2019

Running trails, a new BMX park, and asps gone wild (eek).

12/27/2019 Edited by Gwendolyn Knapp

Year in Review

Our 10 Best Travel Stories of 2019

Catch up on our most-read travel blogs of the year.

12/26/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

BOO!

5 Family-Friendly Halloween Outings for You and Your Little Boos

Pumpkin patches, trick or treat trails, and more events happening now.

10/18/2019 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Utah-opia!

Exploring Utah's National Parks

Eight days. A dozen wonders.

09/24/2019 By Bill Wiatrak