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Fact Or Fiction: Christmas Tree Survival, Tim DeChristopher, and Wisconsin Cheese Jerky
This week's weird outdoor news—plus one faker.
Ted Turner May Adopt Yellowstone Bison
Billionaire Ted Turner proposes move of quarantined bison to his ranch in return for 90 percent of their offspring.
Hike of the Day: California's Lost Coast
Play tag with the pounding surf by day and camp in misty coves by night on this 26-miler along the wildflower-swathed hillsides of the Lost Coast.
Monday Morning Eye Candy
Eight reasons to be glad you're not a mouse, and the world's scariest hiking trail
Gear Test: Asolo Broad Peak GV ML Boots
These burly boots trekked glaciers and hitchiked highways with nary a blister or a rub.
Kayaking in Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska
A weekend full of clouds couldn't hide the beauty of sea kayaking near Kenai Fjords NP
Bye-Bye California Coastline
California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger unveils a new map showing the possible disastrous effects of sea level rise in California
Lunchbox's Disaster Round-Up, 12-04
The beloved star of our in-book feature "The Predicament," Lunchbox the Cadaver Sniffing Dog, brings you a round-up of this week's outdoor predicaments, disasters, and near-misses
Mammut Cirrus GTX
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
BPA No Longer in Your Bottle
but it still lives in the linings of your food cans
Smoky Forests Boast Good Health
Scientists say that fires benefit forest ecosystems
Don't Go Hiking In The Batcave
People get stranded in Los Angeles' Bronson Canyon—home of the Batcave—every year
Upheaval Dome in Canyonlands
Is it a meteorite or a salt formation? Gather your own conclusions about the origins of this mysterious ring of rock on this 7.6-mile loop in Canyonlands National Park.
Abstract Nature Photos
Take a look at the world around you in a whole new way.
Cemeteries As Campsites?
Thrifty backpackers in small-town Australia poach campsites on hallowed ground--but not for much longer
Gear Test: Hello Holidays!
Our editors share their early-bird gear gift picks
How Can I Prevent Swelling in My Hands and Feet?
I went to Nepal this year and trekked thru the foothills of the Annapurna. After hitting one of the highest points of the trek, I started swelling in my hands, feet, and face. What exactly can I do to prevent this in the future?
Tanner and Beamer Trails in the Grand Canyon
This stout three-day backpacking trip emphasizes the "grand" in Grand Canyon as it follows hardscrabble trails to remote campsites, old mining claims, and the scene of an airplane crash.
Trail Chef: Backcountry Pad Thai
Bring spicy takeout flavor to camp with this gourmet meal.
In Pursuit of Ansel Adams
See the world of Ansel Adams though the eyes of our readers in these Ansel photo retakes.
Caption This Photo! Week 7
Fetch! Or not.
LL BEAN Women's Gore-Tex Leather Cresta Hiker
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Gore-Tex Leather Cresta Hiker
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Gore-Tex Fabric Leather Cresta Hiker
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Gore-Tex Fabric Leather Cresta Hiker
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Women's Gore-Tex Leather/Fabric Cresta Hiker
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Adventure Trail Shoe
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Women's Adventure Trail Shoe
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Trail Model Hiker Mid
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Women's Trail Model Hiker Mid
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Trail Model Hiker Low
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Women's Trail Model Hiker Low
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
Boys (and Girls) in the Wood
New kindergarten programs around the country focus on outdoor play
Ask A Bear: How Many Bear Attacks, Really?
Got a burning ursine question? Ask our resident bruin expert in our weekly feature, 'Ask A Bear.'
LL BEAN Women's Mountain Laurel Multi-Sport Shoe Waterproof TEK2.5
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Overland Multi-Sport Shoe Waterproof TEK2.5
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Women's Ascent Day Hiker Gore-Tex Fabric Leather Boot
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Ascent Day Hiker Gore-Tex Fabric Leather Boot
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Women's Adventure Trail Gore-Tex Shoe Low Cut
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Adventure Trail Gore-Tex Shoe Low Cut
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Women's Trail Model Hiker II Waterproof TEK2.5 Low Cut
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Trail Model Hiker II Waterproof TEK2.5 Low Cut
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Trail Model Hiker II TEK2.5 Mid Women's
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
LL BEAN Men's Trail Model Hikers II, Waterproof TEK2.5 Mid-Cut
An all-purpose hiker with a bargain pricetag.
LL BEAN Men's Trail Model Hikers II Waterproof TEK2.5, Mid-Cut
An all-purpose hiker with a bargain pricetag.
Hike of the Day: Chelan Lakeshore Trail in the North Cascades
This lifelist trip packs in two adventures: an outrageously scenic ferry ride and a remote 14-mile out-and-back hike in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area.
Fact Or Fiction: The Answer!
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Hike of the Day: Old Rag Mountain in Shenandoah
Navigate switchbacks, boulder scrambles, and rock mazes on this 8.6-mile loop that ascends Old Rag Mountain, one of Shenandoah's most famous peaks.
Pyramid Promotes Powder
Pyramid Brewery's 'Steep & Deep' contest sends winner on a backcountry skiing vacation in Lake Tahoe
Fact Or Fiction: Bear Edition!
This week's weird bear news—plus one faker.
Mammut Mt. Nebo GTX
An all-purpose hiker with a bargain pricetag.
Mammut Shasta GTX – Women's
An all-purpose hiker with a bargain pricetag.
Shop, but Don't Make the Planet Drop
Climate Cooler launches shopping site and picks up the carbon tab
Fall/Winter 2009 Gear Guide Online!
All the latest and greatest in gear plus lots more, online and free
Green Gear: Scarpa Epic
Scarpa goes green with recycled materials and a biodegradable midsole
The non-winter survival blog
Dry tinder is the least of your worries on Thanksgiving weekend
November Issue Now Online!
BACKPACKER's Nov. issue is now online and free
Hike of the Day: Yosemite's Nevada Falls Loop
This 6.2-mile loop leads into a land of rainbows and big waterfalls among the granite faces of Yosemite Valley.
Mammut Mt Crest GTX – Men's
An all-purpose hiker with a bargain pricetag.
Grand Canyon Changes Backcountry Permit System
Starting in Feb., backcountry travelers must only submit permit requests in writing
Ask A Bear: Can Mothballs Keep Away Bears?
Got a burning ursine question? Ask our resident bruin expert in our weekly feature, 'Ask A Bear.'
Gear Review: Petzl Summit Ice Axe
Gross a glacier or handle snow travel on big peaks with this versatile mountaineering axe.
Trail Chef: Backcountry Thanksgiving
Celebrate Turkey Day in the great outdoors with this complete menu.
Hike of the Day: Falls Trail Loop in Pennsylvania
Pass 21 waterfalls on this 7.2-mile, five-star loop through a wrinkled ravine and tranquil forest in Ricketts Glen State Park.
Valandre Shocking Blue
It packs down as small as a summer bag and weighs just two pounds
Valandre Mirage 3/4
It packs down as small as a summer bag and weighs just two pounds
Valandre Bloody Mary
It packs down as small as a summer bag and weighs just two pounds
Fact Or Fiction: The Answer!
Check out Katie Herrel's author page.
Fact Or Fiction: Wild Sounds, Reality Rangers, A Plains Park
This week's weird outdoor news—plus one faker.
Trail Chef: Backcountry Spicy Pad Thai
Spice things up around the campfire with this take-out style meal in the backcountry
Trail Chef: Backcountry Spicy Pad Thai
Spice things up around the campfire with this take-out style meal in the backcountry
Season of the hamster
Reflections and tips on winter bike training
Hike of the Day: Grandview Peak near Salt Lake City
This 8.6-mile out-and-back with an off-trail bonus traverses grassy ridgelines to a rocky summit overlooking the Wasatch Front.
Green Gear: GoLite Jam Pack
a comfortable weekend/summit pack with 70% less environmental impact
Toothpaste: Not Just for Brushing
in the backcountry, toothpaste can be part of your first aid and kitchen kits
Chaco Z/2 PRO
Supportive, comfortable trail sandals with great traction.
How Do I Keep From Sweating While I Sleep?
I'm a sweaty sleeper. Any tips?
The Ultimate First-Aid Manual: Risk Factors
Most common backcountry injuries.