Charlotte Austin

Backcountry meals can be boring. Spice them up—literally—with these handy add-ins.

What does mountain guide Charlotte Austin keep in her pack? Baling wire, some important information, and a home remedy for nausea.

Look up, be prepared, and don’t forget the snacks.

Preparing for the Big E took every ounce of dedication I had—but the lessons I learned didn’t stop there.

It’s the adventure of a lifetime, but what can it teach you about staying at home? Guide Charlotte Austin shares her hard-won lessons.