Rim to Rim to Rim

by Allison Pattillo April 27, 2011

Prepare yourself for the newest way to experience the Grand Canyon.

Jonathan Waterman

by Doug April 27, 2011

The author, explorer and conservationist talks to EO about the crisis facing the Colorado River and the future of water in the West.

Sumo Style: Can you trust Coppolillo?

Butting Heads: Gym Rat Race

by Elevation Staff April 27, 2011

Half of you love the CrossFit workout, half think it’s crack. So to sort things out we brought Coppolillo back and faced him off against CrossFit convert Allison Pattillo.

Spectator Sport: Paddle at community parks or just hang out and watch. Photo: Courtesy Shane Sigle/REP

Making Waves

by Eugene Buchanan April 27, 2011

Colorado may be famed for its natural wonders, but it also leads the nation in imitating nature when it comes to rivers. The Centennial State is home to the most whitewater parks in the country. And these parks are helping local economies as well as changing the legal landscape when it comes to water rights.

Elevation Outdoors Guide to Boats

Spring Fever

by Eugene Buchanan April 27, 2011

Flows are up after a big snow year and it’s time to get out on the water. Whether you are heading to the local lake, canyon run, whitewater cataract or surf wave, we have chosen the best boats to keep you on top.

Last look? Author and Rios Libres co-founder Chris Kassar overlooks the confluence of El Rio Baker and El Rio Neff. This spot will become a massive reservoIr if the dam is built. Photo: James Q. Martin

Running Free

by Chris Kassar April 27, 2011

Do a group of artists and outdoor adventurers from the American West stand a chance battling foreign politicians and the power of Chile’s mining industry?