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Between July 21 and 22 as temperatures pushed 100 degrees on the Yosemite Valley floor, high above the ground, Joe Baker and his son Samuel (age 6) climbed the tip of Lost Arrow Spire, a slender finger of granite extending out from the wall near the top of Yosemite Falls, 2,700 feet above the ground. As day turned to night, they crawled into their portaledge and prepared to sleep while suspended from the overhanging tower....

Running with your dog is the best—until they get riled up, the leash gets tangled, or they have to go to the bathroom one mile in and you’re toting a poop bag while searching for trash bins. Well, dear readers, we’re here to solve these quandaries and more. Below, eight first-rate finds to make running with your dog a less hare-brained effort. We’ve got stellar hands-free leashes, cooling vests, and even some pampering products to thank your canine for being a runner’s best friend....

Balloons aren’t that impressive when sitting uninflated on a table. But once you pump some air into them, a world of possibilities opens up! They are usually found at birthday parties and events of celebration, and some can even be made into animals. While they are fun to have around and despite the fact that everyone loves balloons, it’s not always easy to learn how to draw a balloon. It’s not easy unless you have a guide to follow, and this guide in front of you will show you how it’s done!...

A box can contain anything you can think of! You may use a box to house a present for a loved one, use it to transport your dearest belongings to a new house or even use one as a makeshift fort! We’ve all used boxes for something at some point, but due to their 3D design it can make it difficult to learn how to draw a box. That is, it can be difficult unless you have a guide like the one before you!...

Looking for a cute and easy insect craft for kids? These DIY bee puppets are simply perfect! Not only are they a quick and easy craft for kids to make but they can have hours of fun playing with them after they create them. Combine them with a few books about bees for an afternoon full of fun! How to Make DIY Bee Puppets This post contains affiliate links to the products mentioned....

The Talking Series is a weekly segment that delves deeper into topics discussed by guest of the Men’s Journal Everyday Warrior Podcast. You may know Drew Brees as one of the most prolific quarterbacks of all time, a man who amassed 80,358 passing yards over 20 seasons in the NFL. While this is how most people know him, his loved ones know him as a father, husband, son, and brother. That’s because who we are largely depends on who we’re with....

Duff Goldman Is Posting Everything He Eats On His Nutrition Journey Gabe Ginsberg/Getty By Molly Clark/Dec. 18, 2022 1:00 pm EST Duff Goldman is at it again. Eating healthy and getting fit, that is. While the 48-year-old pastry chef best known for making outrageous cakes on his long running show “Ace of Cakes” has taken to Instagram to share his latest weight loss journey on his new account @beefcakecookie, this isn’t the first time he’s taken to the platform to share the news of losing weight....

Easy Chana Masala Recipe Miriam Hahn/Mashed By Miriam Hahn AND Mashed Staff/Updated: Nov. 22, 2022 4:34 pm EST If you are looking for a cozy, warm dish with a little kick, look no further. This chana masala recipe brought to us by wellness coach Miriam Hahn is full of nutrition while scoring high on the tasty meter. It’s completely vegan, too — you can rely on those trusty chickpeas to provide both nutrients as well as heartiness to the dish....

While we have never seen the galaxy up close and personal, the photos taken of it surely left us in awe. Because of its mesmerizing beauty, the galaxy has long been the subject of many artworks, including drawings, paintings, and more. However, due to its intricate features and details, it can be very challenging to put the spectacular views of the galaxy into paper. To make it easier for you, we have developed a step-by-step tutorial on how to draw a galaxy, summarized and divided into 9 easy and simple steps....

Soon enough, we’re gonna be in the midst of the holiday season. You may be thinking that the summer isn’t even over yet, but time flies by these days. And soon enough, we’re gonna be looking down the barrel of another new year. Which means it’s not too early to get ready for the season by picking up this ZOBER Super Rigid Rolling Christmas Tree Storage Box. For those of y’all that celebrate the holidays by putting up a tree, then this ZOBER Super Rigid Rolling Christmas Tree Storage Box is gonna be a big help....

As a nation stifled by close quarters, people are yearning to stretch their legs and expand their horizons. It’s no wonder outdoor exploration is booming. But, consequently, more and more people are getting lost, straining the resources of search and rescue operations. For instance, Colorado’s Lake County witnessed search and rescue call volumes increased by 300 percent, and similar numbers have been reported across the country. Many of these calls could have been easily avoided if just one simple tool was present: a map....

Growing up, and even now as an adult, whenever I need advice about friends, decisions, or life, I always go to my dad. He’s like a wise old owl in my life always blessing me with his wisdom. That’s why this Guess Whooo Loves You Father’s Day Kids Craft is a perfect gift for Dad. Father’s will treasure this hand made card, especially with the cute photo hidden inside. How to Make a Father’s Day Kids Craft Owl Card This post contains affiliate links to the products mentioned....

The image of a heart is one of the most well-known and recognizable symbols around. We all know that the image is meant to symbolize love and affection and people use this symbol in all kinds of ways to show that they care. They make heart-shaped gifts, draw hearts on things or even make food in the shape of a heart. A heart is a universal symbol to show that you care, and this image is a great subject to pair with adorable creatures, flowers, and more to create the cutest coloring pages....

When it comes to various themes and subjects depicted in art, landscapes have been one of the most popular ones for many centuries. No matter where you are in the world, there is some kind of natural beauty to be found, so it makes sense that artists would want to capture this beauty. It can be hard to know where to start when wanting to draw something even as common as a hill, however....

Sponsored content. Men’s Journal receives compensation for this article as well as for purchases made when you click on a link and buy something below Now that we are getting into the spring season, we basketball fans can move from indoor courts out into the real world again. Nothing like getting some fresh air and sun while you toss the rock around. And you’ll be better off during your games when you have these Fila Grant Hill 2 Outdoor Basketball Shoes on your feet....

What’s remarkable about Hubie Brown, the Hall of Fame NBA analyst for ESPN? The enthusiasm. Listen to him call a game from 30 years ago or 30 hours ago—there’s no change. At 87, Brown could coast along on goodwill, but he doesn’t. It’s just not in his nature. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies The game provides the juice. After missing a portion of the 2020 NBA season because of COVID-19 protocols, Brown is now calling games remotely....

There are many unique manga and anime series that are enjoyed by fans around the world, and My Hero Academia is one of the newer examples of these popular series. The manga and its manga adaptation feature many intriguing superpowered characters, and this roster is led by the charming and good-hearted Izuku Midoriya. This is the character that we will focus on as you learn how to draw My Hero Academia....

Our love for paper bag puppets continues today with this adorable Paper Bag Skunk Craft for Kids that I’m sharing with you today. It came about after my daughter and I had a random conversation about skunks last week. I love how spending one-on-one time with my kids sometimes inspires fun kid crafts. I traced all of the pieces we used and created a free pattern that I’m sharing with you to make the craft super simple....

We are getting down to the wire here folks. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. One weekend to get through and it’s here. Which means you need to be prepared now. No more waiting. You need to head on over to 1-800-Flowers right now and pick up the Daydream Bouquet while you still can. 1-800-Flowers is one of the best places in the world to get yourself some flowers. Not just for the deep bench of items like the Daydream Bouquet, but because the pricing is right and the ability to ship them to you makes life so much easier....

The ribbon is a long, narrow strip of fabric most commonly used for tying something or for decoration. Ribbons have many purposes, so learning how to draw one may come in handy when drawing different things like a headband, a blouse, or perhaps a present! To make it a lot easier for you, we have created a step-by-step tutorial on how to draw a ribbon. This comprehensive guide consists of 9 easy instructions paired with simple illustrations that serve as your visual guide as you follow the steps one by one....