Skills

The fourth season’s rewards—unparalleled solitude and otherwordly views—don’t come easy. Use this advice from Colorado ski guide Mia Tucholke to handle the cold and witness the season’s splendor.

Two fair-weather enthusiasts tear down their fear of the fourth season.

Whether it’s a moderate overnight load or 45 pounds of expedition gear, the moment you put on a pack your body must acclimate to additional pressure on your joints, muscles, and spine. Add these exercises to your workout routine to feel like a champ no matter how much you're carrying.

The only thing better than hiking in the fall? Hiking through gorgeous autumn foliage with your best friend.

With new EXOspikes, Kahtoola completes the ultimate trilogy of winter traction.

We all need a little something to munch on while we wait for the chili to rehydrate. These tasty, easy-prep apps might just be the most memorable part of the meal.

Get the perfect foliage shot with this expert advice.

Taking a dip in a backcountry lake? Stop and think about what you're wearing.

Can an expert hiker face her fears to reach new heights?

Reap the bounty of nature’s pantry by learning to identify and responsibly harvest wild edibles on the trail or in your neighborhood.

Learn what you need to stay fueled and happy for every trip with performance nutrition advice from our expert personal trainer.

It can't all be sunsets and bear encounters. Thru-hikers spend most of their time doing one thing: walking.

Are these common backpacking snacks good for you?

Escape the gym with these movement-based routines designed to take your workout outdoors.

These moves will help you make an injury-free transition to lightweight hiking shoes without risking a sprain.

Most thru-hikers are careful about LNT rules—but a few scofflaws can make us all look bad.

Can a group of novice packrafters make it out of Canyonlands in one piece?

With these games, you won't even mind being tentbound.

Never wrestle your sleep system again.

Thru-hiking lingo isn’t just code, it’s a window into how people backpack.

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with the most popular columns from thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas.

Is all that extra breathability worth exposing your feet to sun, bugs, and toe stubs?

Want to go really, really light? Take a hint from a guy who finished the Long Trail in less than 5 days.