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Skills: General Skills Stories

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How to Read a River

When runoff turns a nice stream nasty, use these tips to cross safely.

Master Alpine Starts

Boost your summit chances and beat lightning storms with a smooth early-morning start.

Gear School 2009

Tent leak like a sieve? Boots stink like a compost pile? Don't worry. Class is now in session. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this in your one-stop, do-it-all user's guide.

Gear School 2009: Essentials

From sleeping pads to trekking poles, we'll have you good to go in no time.

Gear School 2009: Packs

Learn how to fix snagging zippers, re-waterproof material, deal with frayed fabric, and more.

Gear School: Ultralight Packs

Shop smarter, hike farther with this guide to the guts of today's lightest load haulers.

Gear School 2009: Boots

Soaked, scuffed, and beat up? We'll show you how to get your trusty footwear back to trail-ready.

The Mosquito Truth: Behind the Bite

Get the bug dope ready: The bloodthirsty mosquito is heading your way this summer.

Travel Like a Pro: For the Extreme Traveler

Bound for one of the globe's most exotic locales? Thrive in any environment with these tips.

Travel Like a Pro: Etiquette On the Trail

Verse yourself in proper cultural etiquette to avoid being just another rude tourist (hint: keep your hands to yourself).

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