Some of Colorado's most popular trails require permits to manage visitor numbers and protect fragile ecosystems. Hanging Lake near Glenwood Springs operates under a mandatory reservation system. No ...

YETI's new Skala hiking backpack combines a well-tuned fit with a uniquely engineered opening for hassle-free access to your gear.

Backcountry skiing requires not only different equipment and skills than downhill or cross-country skiing, it also requires ...

A group of skiers on the final stretch of a three‑day backcountry trip in northern California were returning to the trailhead Tuesday morning when the snow above them suddenly broke loose, sending a ...

We sat waiting in the corner of Coos Bay’s Fred Meyer parking lot. Where are they? With three kids+ to get ready, we had no doubt our daughter would be ...

Thirteen members of Vashon High School’s Outdoor Adventure Club earned their Wilderness First Aid certificates through the Bellingham-based organization Backcountry Medical Guides.

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This North Carolina woodland trail offers a magical spring escape, with towering trees, blooming wildflowers, and serene ...

Here are the winter staples we recommend, from ways to illuminate your path, to the layers and boots that will save you.

Here are the winter staples we recommend, from how to illuminate your path, to the layers and boots that will save you.

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