The Gatekeeper Called Recreation.gov

trails magazine issue two

For Trails Magazine: For every reservation through the government’s recreation booking website, a corporation named Booz Allen Hamilton collects a service fee that, across thousands of sites and users, adds up to millions of dollars.

This story appeared in print only in Trails Magazine Issue 2. Order a back issue to read the full story.

How Mushrooms Became Costa Rica’s Newest Attraction

For Adventure.com: There’s a new trail through Costa Rica’s diverse ecosystems, and it’s showcasing the country’s precious… mushrooms. Beyond buoying the country’s already-strong ecotourism opportunities, trip organizers are encouraging citizen science and conservation participation in a fun world of fungi.

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