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Winter Camping
Gear Picks by Kristin Hostetter
For BACKPACKER'S Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2012, Kristin tested tons of gear. Here are a few of her special favorites.Skier's Paradise: Backcountry Hut & Yurt Destinations
Maximize your winter fun with a backcountry basecamp where you can spend all day skiing or snowshoeing, and all evening lounging by the fire. These 10 huts and yurts will make you hope the snow never melts.Editors' Choice Snow Award 2012: Sierra Designs Ymir 55 Backpack
A pack made for multi-day ski touring.Editors' Choice Snow Award 2012: First Ascent Katabatic Tent
A stable, light, livable, four-season tent.Gear Review: Patagonia Troposphere Hardshell Jacket
A shell that offers winter-worthy protection at a year-round weight.Gear Review: Exped Pegasus Tent
The next best thing to a hutGear Review: L.L. Bean 2-Person Backcountry Dome
A tough, spacious two-person tent for under $400.Gear Review: Brooks Range Invasion Tent
This tent is so small and light, you'll barely notice it in your pack–until you need it.Gear Review: Easton Expedition 2P Tent
Carbon poles with monofilament connectors make this tent light and cold-weather friendlyEditors' Choice Gold 2012: Kahtoola MICROspikes
Tackle slick terrain with confidence–and a light load.Adventure Upgrade: Camp Comfortably in Winter
Extend your backpacking season: Here's how to stay warm and protect your gear.Adventure Upgrades: Hike Smarter and Farther
Take your backpacking to the next level. Our experts craft custom plans for readers who asked for help with navigation, winter camping, thru-hiking, and more.Escape Plan: Warm a Hypothermia Victim
Treat severe hypothermia with this life saving technique.Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Western Mountaineering Flash Down Booties
Goose down booties with a nylon shell that pack down super small.Mother's Day Gift Guide: Smartwool Spring Glove
Breathable merino wool and rugged leather make for happy handsGear Review: Stoic Welder Gauntlet Mitt
A 100-percent wool-lined glove that heats hands instantly.Gear Review: Black Diamond Arc Gloves
A great all-purpose glove for high-output activities.Gear Review: Outdoor Research Backstop Gloves
Gore Windstopper covers the back of the hand from cuff to fingertips.Gear Review: Black Diamond Contact Crampons
Stainless steel crampons that bite into ice and repel slushy buildup.Gear Review: High Peak Chameleon 20/0
A budget-conscious convertible bag that changes to match its environment.Gear Review: Mammut Altitude Winter Sleeping Bag
The Altitude's 800-fill down is protected from the elements by a waterproof/breathable ShelterTX shell and full-length, rubberized, splashproof zipper.Gear Review: Zeal Optics Transcend SPPX Goggles
The GPS-enabled cyborg goggles you've been dreaming aboutGear Review: L.L. Bean Boreal Sliding Snowshoes
Have a blast in rolling terrain with these snowshoe/ski hybrids.Gear Review: Crescent Moon Over-Shoe Booties
Turn any shoe or boot into a fully insulated winter trekker with these over-shoe booties.Gear Review: Platypus Insulator Hydration System
An all-in-one lightweight hydration system for snow lovers.Gear Review: Salomon Nytro WP Cold-weather Hiking Boots
Just because they have fur doesn't mean they're not serious backcountry boots.Time-Tested Gear: Tents
A-frames, domes, party tents–we've tested them all.Fall/Winter Gear Guide: Best Winter Trips
We traveled to Fjordland and discovered that nothing compares to skiing glacier-clad mountains above deep-water fjords. Plus: 20 winter adventures, from California to New York.Top 25 Winter Trips: United States
Find the best skiing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and winter camping trips in the U.S.Holiday Gift Guide 2010: Kelty Cosmic Down 20° Sleeping Bag
Want to fly business class on a coach fare? Gift the Cosmic.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Mountaineering Gear
Head high with an axe, crampons, and more.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Boots
Warm up with 7 picks for every winter pursuit.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Backpacks
Carry in comfort, from dayhikes to hut trips.Gear Review: Muck Boot Arctic Sport Winter Boots
These are the warmest (and lightest) boots you will ever need for winter.Gear Review: Sorel Alpha Pac Winter Boots
These will keep your feet warm on the coldest of hikes.Gear Review: MSR Lightning Axis Snowshoes
Rely on the jagged steal crampons for grip and add-on tails for super float.Gear Review: Redfeather Vapor Snowshoes
Run, really run, in the snow with the help of these snowshoes.Gear Review: Lowa Baikal GTX Hiking Boot
This all-purpose boot provides great support and warmth.Gear Review: Mammut Alugator Expert Shovel
Dig quickly and easily with this all-aluminum shovel.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Baselayers
Keep your bod warm & toasty all fall and winter long.Gear Review: Klean Kanteen Wide Insulated
This thermos converts into an insulated mug whenever you're ready for a warm drink.Gear Review: SOLE Exhale Slippers
Ditch your hiking boots for these fleece-lined slippers and relax.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Gloves & Mitten
Keep your fingers warm and functional this winter with these five digit warmers.Gear Review: Flylow Tough Guy Gloves
Gloves that are rugged and cheap.Gear Review: Columbia Carabineer Gloves
Gloves made with thermal-reflective Omni-Heat lining.Gear Review: Black Diamond Virago Mitt
Tuck chemical handwarmers in these mitts for long-lasting heat.Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Pistolero Gloves
Tough gloves that still let you use your fingers for delicate tasks.Gear Review: Arc'teryx Alpha SV Gloves
The best gloves for wet and cold we tested.Ultimate Backcountry Beds
For five months, we tested 50 bags, pads, and other snooze-related gear to find perfect sleep systems for every season.Ultralight Bargain: Sleeping Bags and Sleeping Pads
For warm summer nights, this two-pound system delivers sweet dreams for just $138.Basecamp Luxury: Sleeping Bags, Sleeping Pad, and Camp Pillows
Get all the comforts of home with this four-star setup.Winter Warmth: Sleeping Bags and Sleeping Pads for Cold-weather Camping, Plus Tips for Easy Sleeping While Camping
Stay toasty in the deepest freeze with an overstuffed bag and cold-weather pad.Three-Season Backcountry Sleeping Bags & Sleeping Pads
Get big comfort, low weight from a premium down bag and a super-cush pad.Gear Review: Exped SIM Lite 2.5 Short Sleeping Pad
A shortie summer pad that offers surprising comfort for its size and weight.Gear Review: Deuter Dream Lite 500 & Sea to Summit's Reactor Thermolite Sleeping Bag
A 40° mummy that disappears inside a pack.Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest DreamTime Sleeping Pad
A sleeping pad made for luxurious car camping.Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Pinole 20° & Big Agnes Cabin Creek Sleeping Bag
An affordable mummy bag that's super soft inside.Gear Review: Big Agnes Dual Core Sleeping Pad & Klean Kanteen Classic Water Bottle
A winter warm sleeping pad that's also easily packable.Gear Review: Sierra Designs BTU -20 Sleeping Bag and Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0&Deg;
An Arctic-worthy 800-fill down mummy.Gear Review: NEMO Cosmo Air & Pacific Outdoor's Equipment's Peak Oyl Mtn Women's Petite Sleeping Pads
An extra wide and extra long sleeping pad with three inches of cushion.Gear Review: Rab Neutrino 400 & Eureka! Riner 40°F Sleeping Bag
A premium down bag that masters three seasons.Gear School: Snowshoes
Get out more this winter with the right pair of 'shoes.Gear Review: Sierra Designs Convert 3 Tent
A four-season tent that can truly handle the elements.Gear Review: Big Agnes String Ridge 2 Tent
A wedge-style, double-walled tent that packs super small.Gear Review: Integral Designs SilTunnel Tent
A floorless tunnel tent that's ultralight for it's four-person capacity.Gear Review: Hilleberg Keron 3 Tent
A roomy tunnel tent that's quick to set up.Gear Review: Hilleberg Altai XP Yurt Tent
Sleeps eight and sits 12, this is the tent for a group expedition.Gear Review: Brooks-Range Rocket A2 Tent
A lightweight, all-conditions shelter for two.Gear Review: REI Arete ASL 3 Tent
If you dip your toes in winter camping this tent is for you.Gear Review: The North Face Mountain 25 Tent
This tent survived the worst of Mt. Washington's epic weather.Fall/Winter Gear Guide: Sleeping Bags & Sleeping Pads
Sleep better all year long with these warm sleeping bags & pads.Gear Review: Kelty Alpine Sleeping Pad
A closed cell/open cell foam system that provides maximum comfort.Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Solar Sleeping Pad
An indestructible sleeping pad with an aluminized surface layer that reflects body heat.Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear ExtraLamina 20 Sleeping Bag
A roomy and comfortable bag built for big guys (or gals).Gear Review: Western Mountaineering Lynx Sleeping Bag
An 850-fill bag that packs down to the size of a basketball.Gear Review: Marmot Never Summer MemBrain Sleeping Bag
A warm and weatherproof bag at a sweet price.Gear Review: Sierra Designs Euphoria Sleeping Bag
A women's bag that stays warm even when wet.Gear Review: MontBell U.L. Super Spiral Down Hugger #1 Sleeping Bag
A sleeping bag you won't want to get out of.Gear Review: Brooks-Range Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag
Pair this bag with a puffy jacket for an ultralight, ultratoasty setup.Gear Review: Exped Waterbloc 1000 Sleeping Bag
A sleeping bag that doesn't require a tent.Budget Apparel Guide: Bargain Baselayers
For $35 or less, keep your core warm and toasty.Camp Chef Makeover: The Winter Hiker
Staying warm does require extra calories when hiking in the winter.Gear Review: Venture Snowboards Zephyr Splitboard
It's skis! It's a snowboard! It's a splitboard!Gear Review: Microcrampons
When the conditions call for grip but not burly crampons, strap on one of these three microcrampon options and feel secure on ice and snow.Coffee-mate: Thermos Round-up
No one takes a to-go cup on the trail. Unless it's one of these hardy thermoses or hot/cold bottles.Gear Review: Marmot Eigerwand Jacket
This synthetic-filled puffy stays warm even in wet, sloppy snow.Gear Review: Thinsulate Thermal Insoles
Boost your boots' warmth with these insoles.Beginner's Guide to Winter Camping: A Seven Part Series
Rocky Mountain Editor and survival blogger Steve Howe gets you out of the house on your first winter camping trip with this seven-part how-to guide.How to Cross a Spring Snowfield
Cross the steeps safely and avoid avalanches with these guide-approved tips.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 09: Rugged Nordic Touring Ski Gear
From boots to bindings to skis, this rig will have you set for the backcountry.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 09: Backcountry Touring Ski Gear
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 09: Telemark Ski Gear
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 09: Alpine Touring Ski Gear
Skip the resort crowds and find clean powder with this backcountry ski gear.Gear Review: Petzl Summit Ice Axe
Gross a glacier or handle snow travel on big peaks with this versatile mountaineering axe.Gear School: Crampons
Traverse snow and ice safely with the right set of points.The Manual: Deluxe Winter Camping
Don't let frigid temps keep you inside. Here are five tips for deluxe winter camping.Gear Review: Eagle Creek Abominable Snowbag
This convenient travel snowbag pays for itself quickly.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 09: Snowshoes
Hit the trail in the winter with one of these nine snowshoes.Gear Review: Tubbs Couloirs Snowshoes
These wide-decked Tubbs snowshoes are perfect for long hauls and large loads.Gear Review: TSL Over the Top Snowshoe
These TSL snowshoes are best for day-long adventures over varied terrain.Gear Review: TSL Escape Snowshoe
New to snowshoeing? Check out this stable snowshoe for beginners.Gear Review: Redfeather LaCrosse with Pilot II Bindings Snowshoe
Great shoe for deep powder and big mountainsGear Review: MSR Denali Tyker Snowshoe
Best shoe for the mini mountaineerGear Review: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoe
Check out this staff favorite voted best-all-around snowshoe.Gear Review: GV Snowshoes Cat Trail Ultralight Snowshoe
This ultralight aluminum-based snowshoe will keep you moving fast.Fall/Winter Gear Guide: Winter Essentials
From a Quickie sled to sunscreen used by the U.S. ski team, these five winter essentials are must haves.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 09: Socks, Gaiters, & Booties
Keep your feet warm and happy with these socks, gaiters, & booties.Fall/Winter Gear Guide 09: Ski Gear
This guide covers ski gear for telemark, alpine touring, backcountry touring, and rugged Nordic touring.Cold Comfort: Winter Camping Guide
No crowds, no bugs: Winter camping holds rewards aplenty– once you master the gear and skills required to thrive in frigid climates.Gear Review: Zamberlan 1009 Vioz Top GT RR Mountaineering Boot
Insulated backpacking boots with enough support to carry a 50-pound pack.Gear Review: Columbia Winter Trek XMT Omni-Tech Hiking Boot
Ideal for treks on packed snow, this boot is great for wintry day hikes.Gear Review: Kamik Snowpass Snowshoe Boot
Ideal for snowshoeing, or wintry day hikes, this boot keeps your feet dry and warm.Gear Review: Helly Hansen Lynx Snowshoe Boot
Whether it's snowshoeing, light day hiking, or sloshing through town, this boot does it all.Gear Review: Zamberlan 4041 Expert Pro GT RR
Sturdy yet light, this boot is great for the most extreme day hikes.Gear Review: La Sportiva Baruntse Mountaineering Boot
Made for big peaks, this boot is warm, and great for ice and snowWinter Camping: Recipes & Menu Planner
These recipes are fortified with extra warmth and calories for winter camping.Winter Camping: Winter Checklist
Get the gear you'll need to stay warm and happy on a winter backpacking trip.Winter Camping: Safety & Survival
Assess your winter climbing risks with this handy chart.Winter Camping: Navigation
Learn to figure out where you are (even in a whiteout) and prevent, or stop, a snowy fall.Winter Camping: Winter Essentials How To...
Learn how to cook, make water, and...go to the bathroom when the backcountry is a winter wonderland.Winter Camping: Camp & Trail Skills
Learn how to choose between a tent and a snow cave. Plus the best ways to travel in the snow.Winter Camping: Gear & Clothing
Your complete guide to choosing, fitting, and using essential winter gear.Winter Camping: Getting Started
Winter camping requires extra planning and gear. But it's well worth the effort.Gear Review: Pacific Outdoor Pneumo Zips Storage Bags
You'll never use zip-top plastic bags again after trying these Pacific Outdoor PU-coated nylon storage bags.Gear Review: Dermatone Lips 'n Face with Z-Cote Sunscreen
This sunscreen goes on clear and blocks sun and wind. Bonus, it also moisturizes.Gear Review: Talus Outdoors ColdAvenger Classic Face Mask
This Talus face mask mixes your hot breath with the cold outside air to keep your face warm and snot free.Gear Review: TSL Quickie Sled
For sledding or glissading, the TSL Quickie is a speedy descent.Gear Review: Crescent Moon Gold Series Snowshoe
Comfortable and stable straps win this snowshoe the best binding award.Gear Review: Polar Buff Headwear
This versatile headpiece is half fleece, half microfiber–it can even double as a pillow.Gear Guide 2009: REI Cirque ASL 2 Tent Review
Want to get a winter tent without breaking the bank? The Cirque is the tent for you.Gear Guide 2009: MSR Dragontail Tent Review
This winter tent is long, lean, and livable.Gear Guide 2009: LOWA Khumbu Ice GTX Boot Review
Brave cold, wet weather with LOWA's sturdy, Gore-Tex winter boot.Gear Guide 2009: Kamik Northfield Boot Review
For extreme waterproofing at a good price, you can't beat these insulated, high cut boots.Gear Guide 2009: L.L. Bean Mountain Guide Review
Bring along your winter toys— L.L. Bean's Mountain Guide pack can carry anything from ice climbing gear to skis.Gear Guide 2009: Black Diamond Predator 50 Review
Take Black Diamond's practical Predator 50 with you on any trail, anytime.Gear Guide 2009: Marmot Alpha 25 Review
Pack up the weekend toys for your outdoor activity of choice in Marmot's ultralight–and ultra cheap–Alpha 25 backpack.Editors' Choice 2009: MontBell UL Spiral Down Hugger #1 Sleeping Bag
Ultralight meets ultra-comfortable in this roomy sleeping bag.How To: Build a Snow Shelter
Tents are better, but if the time comes, building a snow shelter isn't that hard.Survive This: Caught in a Blizzard
Use these simple tips to survive the storm.The Cure: Treating Frostbite
Frostnip and frostbite are poetic names for a serious health issue: frozen skin. Frostnip occurs when the first layer of skin freezes, creating pale blotches on the affected area (usually the fingers and toes). If unchecked, the condition deepens into frostbite, in which multiple layers of skin freeze. Frostbite turns the flesh white and makes it feel solid to the touch. It often causes permanent tissue damage, and in rare cases requires amputation.
Review: Icebreaker Superfine 140 Henley Lite
Perfect baselayer: the Icebreaker Superfine 140 Henley Lite stays odor-free with style.Wilderness Wonders: Biggest Bear
The white, fluffy, subzero-temperature-loving polar bear takes this title.How to Avoid Avalanches
Hike safely in avalanche terrainHow to Pitch a Tent in Foul Weather
There's nothing cozier than a warm, dry tent on a cold night. But strong winds and rain can turn setup into a sopping, frustrating fiasco.Survive This: Frostbitten Feet
Frostbite is bad news. Learn how to safely treat frozen feet.Weatherproof Your Electronics
Rain, snow, cold, hard knocks–the backcountry can be tough on trail gadgets. You can either upgrade your devices, or learn how to protect them.How to Navigate in the Snow
Solve winter routefinding challenges with these expert tips.Phenomenon: Crevasses
These gaping glacier cracks are dramatic–and deadly. Here's how they form, plus three safe places to see a crevasse up close.Danger Signs - Winter Sun
UV rays are still harmful even when the temperature drops. We'll show you how to protect yourself against the sun, even when it's cold.The Works: Snowshoe the Sierra
Pick your own path to an empty 14er.6 Sweet Sleeping Bags
From ultra-warm to ultralight, here are the year's best-performing bags in every category.Cold War: A Winter Traverse of New Hampshire's Presidential Range
Got guts? Good. Now learn what skills you'll need to bag America's Little Everest—a traverse of New Hampshire's Presidential Range in Winter.3 Ways To See Yellowstone
Want to hike visit Yellowstone in winter? Follow our guide to get all the winter highlights.Time 2 Go: National Parks In Winter
With the cold driving away crowds, National Parks are a delight to visit in winter. Here's our top picks.March 2008 Essentials Review: Navigation
March 2008 Essentials Review: Shell Jackets
March 2008 Essentials Review: High Tech
March 2008 Essentials Review: Camp Kitchen
Packs, tents, boots, and bags--that's easy. Now comes the hard part: Everything else. Below, you'll find our top picks for all the lust-worthy backcountry essentials you'll need to make your trip safe, fun, and simple.March 2008 Sleeping Bag Review: Winter Sleeping Bags
2008 Three-Season Sleeping Bag Reviews
2008 Sleeping Bag Review: Summer Sleeping Bags
Backpacker Gear Guide: Essentials
Packs, tents, boots, and bags–that's easy. Now comes the hard part: Everything else. Below, you'll find our top picks for all the lust-worthy backcountry essentials you'll need to make your trip safe, fun, and simple.Backpacker Gear Guide: Sleeping Bags
The secret to a great day outdoors? Start with a great night. Sleep well in all conditions with one of these snooze-tested bags.Survive This: Caught in an Avalanche
When you're trekking into a backcountry bowl, avalanches are almost always a threat. Learn how to protect yourself when the worst happens.Puffy Jackets
Made with down or synthetic fibers and paper-thin shells, these puffy jackets weigh less, loft higher, and pack much smaller than fleece.Stay Warm On the Trail and In Camp
On the trail and in camp, beat the cold with these tips.Hypothermia 101
Don't be fooled: Hypothermia can happen in the summer or the winter. Learn how to prevent and treat a dropping core body temp.Calculate Trouble
Time is of the essence in the backcountry. Learn how long it will take an impending thunderstorm or avalanche to find you.Make Your Sleeping Bag Warmer
8 easy ways to fortify your sleeping bagCut Winter Weight: 4 Ways to Pack Light and Stay Warm
Don't overload your pack. Learn how to leave the non-essentials behind and still stay warm.Learn How to Use an Ice Axe
Master these skills to make your axe a tool—not a toy.Best Damn Weekend Ever: Oregon's Crater Lake
Circumnavigate Oregon's Crater Lake on snowshoesHow to Choose a Campsite
A NOLS veteran offers tips on balancing comfort, safety, and Leave No Trace principles.How to See More Snowshoe Hares
These hares love the snow and cold and they're designed to use the elements to their advantageWhere Can I Find the Warmest Winter Campsite?
Florida's Everglades National Park has a December high of almost 78°.How to Clean and Store Your Gear
By keeping your gear (relatively) free of dirt and grime and storing it properly you can make your gear last forever.How to Survive Winter Storms
New Hampshire's Mt. Washington is know for its evil weather. Learn how to survive a winter storm from one of the peak's experts.Make Your Sleeping Bag Warmer
8 easy ways to fortify your sleeping bagQuiz: Would You Survive?
The wilderness can be deadly if you don't know what you're doing. Take our test to rate your survival IQ—and learn a few skills that might save your hide.How to See In the Dark
Expert tips for improving your night visionWinter Camping: Building a Snow Shelter
Expert tips for a safe, sound night's sleepWinter Boots Review: Snowshoeing and Camping
Keep your feet warm and dry while snowshoeing, camping, and shoveling the driveway with the Columbia Ice Dragon, North Face Ice Storm GTX, and Kamik Patriot.Cold-Weather Gear Review: 5 Winter Fixes
How to make your cold months warmer: boots, bags, jackets, backpacks, and booties for frosty weatherWinter Skills: Warm Toes Forever
Keep your feet toasty with these 6 tricksDogsledding in Minnesota: Born to Run
Head out with six hard-charging huskies, and winter will never feel more alive.The Works: Trans-Yosemite Ski Tour
Start packing now for a once-in-a-lifetime ski tour through silent, snow-draped Yosemite.Winter Gear Lightens Up: Tent and Clothing Review
Carry less, enjoy the cold months more with the latest four-season tents, gloves, hats, and gaiters.Tent Review: Hilleberg Jannu
Testers give the Jannu two thumbs up, despite wanting more spaceThe Works: Mt. Washington In Winter
Hurricane-force winds and a snowfall average of 246 inches per year? Cake, compared to the challenge the mountain poses in summer.Snowshoeing 201
3 tips for conquering snowy hills and steep climbsCamping at the Grand Canyon
Spend New Year's in the Big Ditch, where fishing, camping, and hiking awaitWinter Camping at Mount Rainier National Park
Snowshoe to a scenic high balconyWinter Camping in Michigan's Porcupine Mountains
Lake effect snow and a vast virgin forest make this a spectacular winter getaway for skiing and snowshoeingBeing Caribou Returns Home
We follow a giant, endangered caribou herd from the Yukon to Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Part 6.Being Caribou: Arctic Summer
We follow a giant, endangered caribou herd from the Yukon to Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Part 5.Cold Sleepers vs. Hot Sleepers
One camper sweats and another shivers. What's the deal?Being Caribou: A Mountain Of A Shortcut
We follow a giant, endangered caribou herd from the Yukon to Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Part 4.Getting Navy SEAL Gear
How to acquire your very own Navy SEAL Protective Combat Uniform.Being Caribou: Calving Grounds
We follow a giant, endangered caribou herd from the Yukon to Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Part 3.Being Caribou: 350 Miles On Skis
We follow a giant, endangered caribou herd from the Yukon to Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Part 2.Winter Fuel Saver
Keep water flowing with this simple technique.Being Caribou: Spring Migration
We follow a giant, endangered caribou herd from the Yukon to Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Part 1.Being Caribou: Caribou I Am
How do you plan an expedition to follow 123,000 migrating caribou across Canada and Alaska? Very carefully.Being Caribou: The Route
How do you plan a route following 123,000 migrating caribou across Canada and Alaska? Try to keep up.Being Caribou: Protecting the Porcupine Caribou Herd
Protection one of Alaska and Canada's largest caribou herds is so close, yet so far away.Being Caribou: ANWR Or Bust
Will he keep up? Karsten Heuer embarks on an audacious 1,200-mile expedition-cum-caribou chase.Being Caribou: Caribou Facts
18 facts you didn't know about Alaska and Canada's Porcupine Caribou herd.Powder Hungry? Hike These Snowshoe Trails
Bust out of winter doldrums on one of these stellar snowshoe routes.Stay Warm In Winter
Winter warmth is easy with these tips from arctic explorers, cold-weather experts, and army docs.This Winter, Book A Yurt
Stay cozy this winter by bedding down in a heated cabin or yurt.Winterize Your Camp
Tips to take with you when the snow flies.Climbing Alaska's 'Great One': Denali National Park
Do you have what it takes to climb Alaska's Denali? Find out with our mountaineer's guide.Avalanches: The Big Slide
Watching snow fall is a backcountry joy--unless it's barreling 80 mph down a mountain and you're in its path.On Thin Ice: Safe Hiking On Frozen Lakes
How to hike safely across frozen lakes and pondsWinter Camping Tips: The Perfect Tent Pitch
How and where you should set up your winter tent for maximum comfort and shelter longevity.Sleeping Bag Care: A Lofty Goal
Keep your sleeping bag up to fluff with proper care and handling.Snow Smarts
How to travel safely across four seasons of white.Before You Snowshoe
Follow these tips when you embark on your next snowshoeing journey.Before You Go Snowshoeing
Follow these tips before you embark on your next winter snowshoeing journey.Anatomy Of A Snowshoe
Get up close and personal with all those snowshoe parts.Snowy Destinations
Need someplace to go shoe with your snowshoes? Whet your whistle with one of these great places.Skis or Snowshoes?
Take BACKPACKER's quiz to quickly determine where your natural ability directs you.Hypothermia: Just The Facts
Quick Tips to Prevent, Recognize, and Treat Hypothermia.A Hiker In Mt. Rainier's Wonderland
Sure, you can summit Mt. Rainier, but the real treasure isn't on top. It's the Wonderland Trail down below.Skiing Utah's Tushar Mountains
Strap on the skis and glide across wind-sculpted snow into alpine solitude.Tennessee: Ice As Art
In winter, the glasslike menagerie of icicles in the Cumberland Plateau will send a chill down your spine.Tools For Snowhounds
Use these tools if you're hankering to learn the secret of snow.Backcountry Bathroom: How To Go In The Snow
When the ground is frozen or 3 feet under snow, use these backcountry bathroom techniques.Camping With A Fridge
That's essentially what the outdoors is, so use those cold temps to carry tasty foods that wouldn't stand a chance in summer.Winter Calorie Count
Winter activities demand more of your body's energy.Breaking Trail: Snow Going
When the white stuff piles up, work together to break a trail.Winter Harm: Cold Dangers
Cold can harm in subtle and quick ways, so it pays to be prepared.Snowshoeing New York's Five Ponds
When the rest of the East is bare, snowshoers can find plenty of powder in New York's Five Ponds Wilderness.Pennsylvania's Hickory Creek Wilderness
Hickory Creek Wilderness in the Allegheny National Forest remains a great hiking destination all year -- even in winter.Washington's North Cascade's Copper Ridge Loop
Hike this crown of North Cascades National Park, Washington.Winter Hiking For Beginners
Extend the hiking season at these three destinations, all perfect for winter newbies.Minnesota's Wild River State Park
Stomp and glide at Wild River State Park, where no snow monsters are allowed.Snowshoes Terrain Techniques
Techniques for winter trekking. Find out the advantages snowshoes provide for getting over hill and dale.Winterize Your Camping Habits
Tips to take with you when the winter snow flies in camp.Michigan's Manistee River Trail
Two trails, same river, two different worlds.Snowshoe Camping, Northwest-Style
When temps warm but the going's still snowy, strap on snowshoes to reach Washington's hidden camping gems.No Excuse For Winter Hiking
It may be winter, but that's no reason to stop hiking.Layering For Winter
How to dress smart and stay warm when Old Man Winter blows in.
