Connected by the Outdoors

What does it take to protect a river? Besjana Guri (Besi) and Olsi Nika of EcoAlbania have spent more than 10 years finding out, until 2023 when their work led to the creation of the Vjosa Wild River National Park-the first of its kind in Europe.

In other stories, a pack raft trip in northeast Alaska shows what's at stake if this unspoiled wilderness is opened up to oil and gas drilling; an international movement to defend Chile's Cochamó Valley gathers momentum; mountain bikers rally together after the second-largest wildfire in California history; and Patagonia Action Works provides opportunities to make an impact locally or from afar.

Activism, Community

A River Runs Through Them

Goldman prize winners Besjana Guri (Besi) and Olsi Nika of EcoAlbania have spent over a decade protecting the Vjosa River, one of Europe's last wild rivers. Their efforts culminated in March 2023 with the declaration of the Vjosa Wild River National Park, a key victory against 45 planned hydropower projects.

In our latest story, "A River Runs Through Them," we explore their journey, overcoming political and personal challenges. While the declaration was a major milestone, their fight to protect the Vjosa continues, inspiring folks globally to join in safeguarding this natural treasure.

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Fly Fishing

Floating Lines

Witnessing the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge via pack raft.

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Activism, Climbing

Cochamó Por Siempre

Inside the efforts to protect Chile's Cochamó Valley from developers and overtourism.

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Mountain Biking

Remember to Breathe

In the wake of a devastating wildfire, the communities of California's Lost Sierra look to trails for hope, healing and a dose of dirt magic.

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Photos: (1) ROYALS ELEZAJ (2) ANDREW BURR (3) DREW SMITH (4) KEN ETZEL (5) Organizers and participants protest together at No Hot Creek Mine's "Trout Trot" 5K and 10K event on Bishop Paiute land near Mammoth Lakes, California. The event helps build support for preventing a gold mine near California's Hot Creek. ETHAN FICHTNER

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