Skier Rescues Stranger From a Tree Well
Watch footage of a heroic rescue with commentary from a fast-acting bystander.
Author
Louisa Albanese
My Stories
The Thai Cave Rescue
Cave divers Rick Stanton and Dr. Richard Harris, two of the most influential rescuers from the Thai Cave Rescue, disclose how their pursuit of an unusual and dangerous hobby made them some of the only people anywhere who would have a chance to save the lives of 12 boys and their coach.
Their Plane Went Down in the Sea
A routine flight turns into a fight for life.
SAR’s Secret Weapon: An Ultra-Running Volunteer
Ultrarunner Jeremy Humphrey could move effortlessly through the mountains. But when a hiker went missing in his home range, he decided to put his skills to a higher use.
We Successfully Summited—But the Descent Almost Killed Us
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The Best Family Camping Gear of 2021
Make your next trip fun for the whole family with these five smart picks.
Patagonia Baby Torrentshell 3L Bib
The best impenetrable rainshell of 2021.
Sunday Afternoon Kids’ Ultra Adventure Storm Hat
The best weather-beating hat of 2021.
Adventure Medical Kits Backyard Adventure Kit
The best kid-friendly med kit of 2021.
Osprey Poco LT Child Carrier
The best savvy child-hauler of 2021.
Thule Tepui Explorer Autana 4
The best car-top palace of 2021.
Working Remote With Chris Burkard
See the world through the viewfinder of one of the world’s foremost adventure photographers.
PODCAST: Staying Safe in Bear Country
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Mountain Equipment Dynamo Skort
Warm-weather bottom
Sherpa Adventure Gear Kalpana Hike Tight
Resilient legging
Mammut Crashiano Top
Fashion-forward tank
Title Nine Run It All Strappy Sports Bra
No-bounce bra
Arc’teryx Kyanite LT Hoody
Versatile fleece
The Best Kids Hiking Gear of 2020
Get your family ready for the trail with this hand-me-down-worthy kit.
Takeya 14-Ounce Actives Water Bottle
Best water bottle for kids
UCO Ware Mini Spork
Best utensil
BOGS Kids’ Kicker Slip-Ons
Do-anything shoe
Patagonia Black Hole Gear Tote
Best basecamp bag
Inside Backpacker Magazine’s 2019 Utah Trip
Backpacker editors spent a week camping in Utah testing gear, exploring canyons and *gasp* backpacking.
The Best Family Camping Gear Kit
Just pack up your kids and go camping. It’ll get easier—and more fun—with practice.
Photo of the Month: Icebergs on Nizina Lake
Our photo editor gets close to a calving glacier—maybe a little too close.
Get the Shot With This Hike-Ready Photography Kit
Channeling your inner Jimmy Chin is easier than ever thanks to light, affordable camera gear. Here's what you need to get started in adventure photography.
Babiators
Best kids sunglasses
Osprey Jet 18
Best kids pack
Big Agnes Duster 15°F
Best kids sleeping bag
Deuter Kid Comfort Active SL
Best child carrier
KEEN Targhee Little Kids’ Waterproof Boot
Best kids boots
Helly Hansen K Barrier Down Insulator
Best kids puffy
Reima Narvik Thermal Set
Best kids baselayers
BUFF Junior New Original
Best kids accessory
When an Alaskan River Trip Becomes a Journey Into Memory
On a packrafting trip in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, our scout finds what lies behind the mythology of the landscape—and her own past.
Watch: Glacier Calves in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, Alaska
What does it look like when a house-size chunk of ice crashes into the water just a few hundred yards away from you? Watch and see.
A Wild River Trip Through Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
A packraft, a backpack, and some of the most beautiful scenery in Alaska are the ingredients for a bucket-list-level trip.
The Best Kids Gear of 2018
The days of cheapo kids gear are over. Hook the little ones up with the same kit mom and dad have.
10 Perfect Outdoors Valentine's Day Gifts for Your S.O.
Ditch the reservation and go backpacking instead with these romantic presents.
12 Incredible Eclipse Photos From Across America
We're still buzzing off the stoke of last Monday's total solar eclipse. Spectators across North America documented the celestial event, but here are a few of our favorite shots.
How to Shoot the Solar Eclipse
Nail a once-in-a-lifetime shot with these tips from professional photographer Lucas Gilman.