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Following the unfortunate state that many national parks are in right now (due to the Federal Government partial shutdown), the National Park Service (NPS) is looking to tap into entrance-fee funds in order to get staff at national parks to assist with operations and maintenance. ASN’s Katie Rodriguez was on-site at Joshua Tree this weekend where she saw this. Photo: Courtesy of Katie Rodriguez As reported by the Washington Post, on Saturday, U....

Amaranth is an ancient grain that has a sweet and nutty flavor. One cup of this cooked whole grain contains 251 calories, 46g carbohydrates, and 4g of fat. It’s also the highest in protein of all grains with 9g per cup. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 390; total fat: 3.5g; saturated fat: 1g; protein: 26g; carbohydrates: 64g; sugar: 16g; fiber: 14.31g; cholesterol: 5mg; sodium: 190mg Recipe and photo by Elizabeth Ann Shaw, M....

Considering how high in carbs this dish is, nutrition expert Leah Kaufman advises switching breads. “I would exchange white bread for 100% whole-wheat bread to increase fiber,” she says. The added fiber will promote satiety, which will prevent overeating. Similar to the mashed potatoes, the use of butter increases the saturated fat content. “I would substitute the butter for olive oil; 1Tbsp of butter equals 2tsp of olive or vegetable oil,” she says....

This Middle Eastern version of “eggs in purgatory” combines eggs, vegetables, and tomato sauce with about 15g of carbs per serving. When purchasing tomato sauce, compare labels and choose the variety with the least added sugar. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 172; total fat: 8g; saturated fat: 3g; protein: 12g; carbohydrates: 15g; sugar: 10g; fiber: 5g; cholesterol: 194mg; sodium: 974mg Recipe and photo by Abbey Sharp, R.D. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

This article originally appeared on Powder.com and was republished with permission. POWDER Magazine celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the Powder Awards on Saturday, Dec. 7 in front of a sold-out crowd at Hotel Jerome. Editor-in-Chief and the evening’s host, Sierra Shafer, invited two local girls to the stage, Sunny, 7, and her sister Jane, 10, to present the award for Movie of the Year to Eric Pollard and Nimbus Independent’s Drawn From Here....

Being a gear junkie is harder than it sounds. How do you find out about new stuff? Where do you hear about the latest and greatest? Cairn delivers the bleeding edge of outdoor gear and products to your mailbox monthly, so you can get it before anyone else and say you had it first. The Four Best Subscription Boxes for Guys Read article What Is Cairn? Cairn partners with loads of outdoor gear, apparel, and nutrition manufacturers to get their newest products into the hands of real adventurists as soon as they come to market....

Late November in the “Land of Ice and Snow,” Minnesota. The radio, mounted on the quad next to me, screams alive. A second of static, then a voice breaks through “throw ‘em wide open!” At 16 degrees (Fahrenheit) and overcast, the shift leader was calling for more snow. That is, man-made snow. A little after 6 p.m., the resort has closed for the day. With empty ski runs and nearly perfect conditions, the snowmaking crews get to work....

Lobster’s come a long way since the 1880s, when it was thought of as swill to be fed only to prisoners. Since then, the king crustacean has earned “delicacy” status, and, thanks to sustainable fishing practices and improved transportation and packaging, it’s a delicacy we can enjoy anytime, anywhere, ocean view or not. So get ready to rock some lobster with these two easy and delicious preparations: Grilled lobster Steam for 2 minutes just to set the meat....

Got vodka? If that catchphrase sounds more appealing than the one from the folks at the dairy industry, then, clearly, you’re someone who appreciates the flavor, aroma, and soft mouth feel of a good vodka. Sure it makes for a mean martini, and easily blends with virtually anything found behind the bar, but how much do you really know about America’s top-selling spirit that skyrocketed to stardom back in the ‘80s?...

Welcome to 2019’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) – an annual charity motorcycle ride that now takes place in more than 700 cities across 110 countries around the world. And on Sunday, Sept. 29, ladies and gentlemen (120,000 riders to be exact) will dawn their most dapper outfits, saddle up on their classic-meets-vintage styled motorcycles, and ride together in support of men’s mental health and prostate cancer research. To date, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride has raised over $18....

While it’s boom time for anglers — the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (BASS) and its Bassmaster Elite Series tournament turn 50 this year, and the new, competing Bass Pro Tour has a total payout of $10 million — the question naturally turns to what growth might be ahead for their bass-fishing brethren who operate out of kayaks? Turns out, it’s the top of times for them as well, though maybe not quite at the same tier....

Brooklyn Brewery announced this morning that it has joined forces with 21st Amendment Brewery of San Leandro, California, and Funkwerks Brewing Company of Fort Collins, Colorado, on a sales and distribution partnership that will ultimately mean expanded availability for all three breweries. The combined organization will result in 90 Brand Ambassadors, covering 38 states, along with a field sales and key accounts team of 70 people nationwide. MORE: Brewers Association Launches ‘Independent Craft Brewer’ Seal...

Regular, consistent exercise is great for improving many things in your life—body image, attractiveness to women, and general health—so congrats for visiting Men’s Fitness, because we’ve got you covered on how to easily integrate simple and effective workouts into your life. But committing yourself to working out, even as late as age 65, can also work as a heart tonic, boosting oxygen intake by almost 20% and making the love muscle over 25% more flexible over sedentary slugs, according to a recent study published in the journal Circulation....

If you’re a fit dude (and we’re betting you are), you probably already know that tossing back one too many at the bar can not only mess with your carefully planned diet (i.e., make you fat), but can also affect the way you build muscle. Now, thanks to a new study, you can add another side effect to drinking booze—and it’s something you might want to consider before you pick up that second (or third) cocktail at your company’s annual holiday party or dinner with your girlfriend’s parents....

Arcade Belt Co. and Coal Headwear have functioned in the same space for a while – and this past summer, the two brands got together for a skate trip through the American West with Bode Merrill, Scott Stevens and Joe Sexton. The idea behind the project was this: The three guys are good friends, but they don’t often go on trips together because they have different sponsors and plans for the winter....

There is a good chance that in the large circle of people you know that are going to be getting gifts from you, there is probably a gamer in your life. Even if they are just casual gamers playing Call of Duty, video games are apart of life for a lot of people. And with modern gaming, there is online gaming and with online gaming comes the need to have a headset like the Razer Kraken THX 7....

At this point, you know working out is important. So does your neighbor, your gym buddy—hell, even your dog. Getting your blood pumping every once in a while keeps your heart healthy and wards off other chronic diseases like diabetes and cancer. But even though the Centers for Disease Control recommends about 150 minutes of moderate exercise (or 75 minutes of intense exercise) per week, we all know that workout warrior who pushes himself way too far....

Don’t mess with Jason Momoa’s Aquaman. The Game of Thrones actor is stepping into the spotlight for his own adventure after appearing as Arthur Curry in Justice League, and the hero isn’t taking too kindly to a new nickname in the latest Aquaman trailer. You Have to See Jason Momoa’s Wild Undersea Battles in the Epic New ‘Aquaman’ Tr… Read article Following the epic, extended trailer that showed off some incredible visuals, the latest look at the film teases the badass battles underwater and above the surface that Aquaman will be dealing with....

After the first heat of the Men’s 2018 Jaws Challenge, the World Surf League (WSL) put the contest on hold due to the waves being too large for paddle-in surfing. Instead, a heavy freesurf tow-in session ensued that you have to see to believe. The #jawschallenge is off for the today. Next call tomorrow morning at 7am HST. Commissioner Mike Parsons: “The conditions aren’t favorable considering the safety of our surfers are number one priority....

DC Comics’ most badass assassin is ready for his closeup. Beware, Justice League spoilers lie ahead. After teasing fans with a grainy test video and news that DC’s developing a standalone Deathstroke movie with The Raid director Gareth Edwards, people finally got to see the villain in the flesh in Justice League. In an entertaining post-credits scene, Joe Manganiello appears as Slade Wilson, aka Deathstroke, the ruthless assassin and mercenary who decks himself out in a signature helmet, swords, and ferocious armor....