Katie Herrel

From the bowline to the backpacker's hitch, learn how to tie the perfect loop knot for your next backcountry camp setup.

Climb this iconic summit on an uncrowded sneak route.

The 10 essentials packing list was designed to ensure that hikers could a) respond positively to an accident or emergency, and b) remain safe if forced to spend one or more nights out. Here they are, along with some specific suggestions.

Nature's Coffee Kettle brews coffee and other beverages in the bag with zero cleanup.

Learn how to properly tie one of the simplest and most versatile knots known to man.

A half hitch is an overhand knot tied around departing cord. It's the simplest way to secure a bowline waist loop for critical uses like climbing.

Tough women, tender burgers and old hippies

Buck, what's the best in-the-field painkiller on the market. Do you recommend one more than another? And how much?

Will placing a copper penny on a wasp, hornet, or bee sting reduce the pain and swelling?

What is the best way to clean my down bag? Should it be dry-cleaned or can I just throw it in the wash?

I know that all snakes are edible...what about snails? Is all escargot created equal?

Are survival blankets dangerous to use during electrical storms?