Earth was the big winner in the election

A vote for the planet [View this email in your browser]( Hey all, In our Climate Win column this week, we tell you why the planet [might just be the biggest winner]( of the US presidential election. While on the subject of sustainability, we are happy to report that [outdoor recreation adds more]( to the US economy than mining and agriculture — which is great news for our public lands. Also, if we know that eating less meat is necessary to combat climate change, why is it so hard to find food without [meat mindlessly thrown in]( Whatever you’re having for lunch, you’ll enjoy a look at the most beautiful [snow-covered mountain towns in Europe](. Closer to home, these American deserts are even more stunning in the [cold months of winter](. And any season is a good time to admire the underwater world from these unique [glass-bottom boat tours](. Have a great weekend. Noelle Alejandra Salmi, Outdoor Editor SUSTAINABILITY [Why Earth stands to be the biggest winner of the US election]( All indicators point to massive climate action from Biden’s first day in office. After winning the presidential election, Biden’s campaign released its [climate change priorities]( built around a few quick actions he can take with the stroke of a pen and, in addition, longer-term goals and plans. Biden has pledged to rejoin the Paris Climate Accord on his first day in office. His climate plan would bring the world to “within striking distance” of meeting the accord’s targets. [EARTH WINS VOTE]( LATEST ARTICLES --------------------------------------------------------------- OUTDOOR [The US outdoor recreation economy is bigger than both mining and agriculture]( --------------------------------------------------------------- FOOD + DRINK [Gratuitous meat is everywhere you look, and it’s time to say no thanks]( --------------------------------------------------------------- ART + ARCHITECTURE [The 7 most stunning snow-covered mountain towns in Europe]( --------------------------------------------------------------- PARKS + WILDERNESS [The most beautiful American deserts to visit in winter for rocks, cactuses, and snow]( --------------------------------------------------------------- CRUISES [7 glass-bottom boat tours that are like scuba diving, cocktail in hand]( MATADOR GUIDE TRIP PLANNING [Winter Activities in Acadia National Park]( Each year, as the leaves turn from gold to brown in preparation for the long winter ahead, one of the nation’s most popular destinations becomes a ghost town. A tourist-packed park is overtaken by peace and tranquility. But just because the temperatures have dropped and the crowds have headed south doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do. In fact, some may argue that the park is most beautiful covered in a blanket of fresh snow. During the winter season, which typically lasts from late October to mid-May, daily high temperatures can range from around freezing to the low 50s. In January and February, evening temperatures often dip into the teens. Before planning a winter trip to the park, make sure to check the National Park Service website, as many summer amenities are closed. Don’t worry though — there is still plenty to enjoy in Acadia during winter. [WINTER ACTIVITIES IN ACADIA NATIONAL PARK]( WHO KNOWS WHERE [EP 4: Greenland]( Monet Izabeth sleds Greenland’s Arctic Circle Trail, experiencing truly local culture from one of the world’s only Indigenous-majority countries. Now if she can just find properly fitting snow pants. Featuring music by Nive and the Deer Children and Oceanator [WATCH THE FILM]( FOLLOW US AND FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( Copyright © 2020 Matador Network, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Matador Network PO Box 7775 #40021San Francisco, CA 94120 [Add us to your address book]( Need to change something? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from our newsletter](. We'll be here when you need us!