How to Get Started Backcountry Skiing
Backcountry skiing is everything you love about skiing in-bounds—the rush of carving the perfect turn, the feeling of floating through a powder stash—but without the traffic, either in the parking lot or on the slopes. Sure, you have to earn those turns, but it’s worth…
What’s in Your Pack? Thru-Hiking Edition
It’s the eternal question for any backpacker—what do you bring along, and what do you leave at home? Thru-hikers have it particularly tough, as the decisions they make determine their comfort and safety for weeks on end. This guide features about 30 things you should…
How to Choose the Right Bag for Carry-On Only Travel
Here’s what to look for if you’re in the market for a bag you can carry on with ease.
The Ten Essentials: What They Are and Why You Need Them for Every Hike
The Ten Essentials are 10 items that every hiker should bring on every outing, in the event of emergency.
7 Winter Hiking Tips That You’ve Never Thought Of
Here are seven of our best tips and tricks for staying warm, fueled, and safe during winter hiking season.
12 Easy Cocktails for Your Next Backcountry Trip
There’s nothing better than reaching camp, setting up your tent, and hanging out under the stars… with a cocktail in hand.
5 Things To Look for in the Perfect Pack
Depending on what type of hiking you plan on doing you want to take capacity, fit, and style, as well as other smaller details into consideration
8 Considerations When Planning A Backpacking Elopement
We hiked six hours in, set up camp, had dinner and wine, and called it an early night. At sunrise, Reid and I exchanged our vows to each other and after a brief rain delay and breakfast, had a ceremony surrounded by our friends and the mountains.
The 5 Best Fall Backpacking Trips in the United States
If the last hints of summer have you airing out your tent, packing away your sleeping bag, and fishing the last trail mix crumbs out of the bottom of your backpack—wait!
8 Underrated Coastal Adventures in the United States
From the craggy coast of New England to the sun-scoured beaches of California, America is loaded with coastal adventures. And with nearly 100,000 miles of shoreline, you have plenty to choose from, whether it’s a paddling trip on a serene bay or an adrenaline-charged surf…