Beginner Skills

The backcountry doesn't close when its cold outside. Make the most of the snowy season with our help.

You spend your weekends in the wilderness. For these professionals, it's a living.

What do you do when you've packed too much fuel for your camp stove? Definitely don't pour it on the ground.

15 expert tips on how to winterize your cold-weather camping game, thrive and survive. Keep your core (and your gear) warm in the coldest weather with this ultimate guide.

Close a wound, remove a tick, prevent poison ivy rash, and more essential tips.

From navigation to staying dry to predicting the weather, our primer will have you dialed.

We'll show you how to be ready for the the trail in 20 minutes, guaranteed. Now gear up.

Venturing beyond the lift line? Here's what to bring, courtesy of professional skier Jess McMillan.

Youngsters can hike further than they think (bribes help).

Before you let your dog roam free, you have some important questions to answer.

Make sure you never get lost again by mastering the underappreciated art of navigating with a compass and map.

Tired of premade beef stew? Try these Egyptian-, Bolivian-, and French-inspired dishes on your next trip.

Learn how to pack your backpack properly, comfortably and conveniently to make your next multi-day hike a gem.

With blazes blanketing much of the western US, we sourced some expert tips for staying safe on the trail.

Backpacking is not synonymous with efficiency and minimalism—but it’s pretty close. That same utilitarianism applies to hygiene as well. So what DO you need to stay clean on the trail?

Dogs can be excellent company on outdoor adventures, but only if you plan properly. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know, bring, do, and avoid to optimize the fun for both you and your pet.

When you're putting your body through the strain of 5 months on the trail, you need to take care of it.

There's calorie density, nutritional profile, and bulk to consider. But it has to taste good, too.

Everyone does it. But it takes a special kind of hiker to make tripping look good.

Get a backwoods kind of quiet—even when you drive there.

Trail art or nuisance? We answer your questions about backcountry sculpture.

Gear up for the United States' toughest long path with these expert picks.

Avoid common mistakes with these tips and tricks for planning, hiking, and camping, and make your first—or next—trek problem-free.

Are hiking dresses, skirts, and kilts more than a novelty? I freed my legs to find out.