March inspiration for you to explore the great outdoors

Plus, 9 ways to make your fellow hikers hate you ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [View this email in your browser]( [hiking taboos]( Hi all, March is here and warmer weather is just around the corner for some of us (even though it's still [winter in many places in the US](. But if you're anything like us, you're itching to play outside—maybe to do some hiking. And while you probably know what you should do while hiking—let someone know when you'll be back, carry more water than you think you'll need, and pack an extra layer—do you know what you shouldn't do on these trails? Before your next hike, check out these [9 hiking taboos]( that explain what you should never do on the trails. While planning places we want to go this month, we took a look at the little-known [Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park]( including some of its epic trails that drop nearly 2,000 feet over the course of one mile. And, if you're trying to take advantage of spring skiing, you may want to read up on planning a trip to a place that calls itself the "[world capital of aprés-ski]( Finally, in honor of World Wildlife Day, we rounded up [five voluntourism experiences]( that give you a chance to genuinely make a difference while observing animals in their natural habitats. Now's a great time to plan a big trip for later in the year—though you only have to go as far as Detroit to see the [world's largest penguin habitat]( (which just reopened, by the way). Here's hoping everyone can make time to find something new to love about the great outdoors this month! Suzie Dundas Outdoor Editor [WHAT NOT TO DO WHILE HIKING](  OUTDOORS Uncover new ways to explore the world around you [5 Wildlife Tourism Experiences where Travelers Can Make a Genuine Difference]( 5 Wildlife Tourism Experiences where Travelers Can Make a Genuine Difference You won’t find any opportunities for staged photos at these destinations but you will find a genuine opportunity to make a difference with your tourism dollars. [ READ MOREÂ]( [Is St. Anton, Austria, the Après-Ski Capital of the World? Here’s what It’s Like.]( Is St. Anton, Austria, the Après-Ski Capital of the World? Here’s what It’s Like. St. Anton am Arlberg is the biggest resort in Austria’s largest ski area and a destination often called the “world capital of après-ski.” [ READ MOREÂ]( [Explore Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, CO]( Explore Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, CO Colorado's Black Canyon is already one of the least-visited national parks, so you can count on having these trails (mostly) to yourself. [ READ MOREÂ]( [The Largest Penguin Facility in the World Just Reopened in Detroit with More Than 75 Birds]( The Largest Penguin Facility in the World Just Reopened in Detroit with More Than 75 Birds This conservation center houses five different species 326,000-gallon exhibit. [ READ MOREÂ]( [6 Ways to Enjoy Winter in Vermont — Beyond the Slopes]( 6 Ways to Enjoy Winter in Vermont — Beyond the Slopes It's starting to feel like spring in some places in the US, but in Vermont - it's still winter. If you wanted to try some winter activities beyond skiing, check out these ideas. [ READ MOREÂ]( FOLLOW US TO FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE [Facebook](  [Instagram](  [Youtube](  [Pinterest](  [Twitter]( Copyright © 2021 Matador Network, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Matador Network, PO Box 7775, Suite 40021, San Francisco, CA 94120, United States[Unsubscribe from our newsletter here](. We'll be here when you need us!