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This Japanese-inspired soup is more filling than the version that’s served in sushi restaurants. Bonus: Miso packs tons of flavor and is a complete protein.

Dehydrated tomato powder makes an incredibly easy, tasty soup that pairs perfectly with gooey grilled cheese.

With a high school reunion coming and a gut to lose, our writer tries to remake himself on the trail.

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Free-the-heel fans call it the most elegant way to get down a mountain. Can our man learn to turn?

Yes, the idea of carrying out your nasty, used toilet paper is a little gross. But in many places, it's also the right thing to do. Here are some tips to make it painless and smell-free.

When the snow starts falling, teamwork is the only way to roll.

Why glide when you can fly? That’s how skate skiing feels compared to classic XC: fast. But poor form wastes energy from your toes to your fingertips. Follow the advice of pro Nordic skier Jessie Diggins.

Eat better for less by dehydrating your own camp meals. Chef Glenn McAllister, author of Recipes for Adventure: Healthy, Hearty & Homemade Backpacking Recipes, shares his top tips.

This version of alfredo sauce is actually closer to the authentic Italian style than the cream-based versions you’re used to.

This pesto is easy to make in the field, and the pasta’s carbs will fuel your next day’s hike.

This simplified classic is a high-calorie, gooey, dream come true.

Take the sting out of monster winter loads—including cold-weather gear and luxe food and drink for a hut trip—by hauling a pulk sled. Do it right with tips from polar adventurer Eric Larsen.

How to stay warm in your bag, keep your water bladder's tube from freezing, fuel your furnace, and more

Forget CrossFit. Forget hot yoga, Soulcycle, Soloflex, and your Body Pump class. There is no better short-duration, full-body workout than postholing. With a pack on. While snowshoeing. Uphill.

If you’re after the perfect balance between speed and savoring the sights, sounds, and Christmas-tree smells of the winter world, then go straight for the middle way with cross-country skiing.

Slice across a white tapestry of untouched snow via backcountry skiing and experience the mountains’ grandeur in a new way.

Research finds little difference between survivors, control group.

Footage uncovered after half a century.

The bear wandered through Bozeman High School Wednesday

Twenty-pound Jules chased two bears from a California home.

Three couples who survived thru-hikes – and one who didn’t – share their tips for remaining united on the trail.

Cross log bridges and other tricky terrain with the grace of a ballerina.

There’s no surer way to ensure a successful trip than hitting the mountains for charity.

These six long-distance trekkers have no problem hitting the trail alone—and often prefer it. We rounded up their best tips for female solo hikers.

New research shows that women are less likely to see themselves as leaders in the outdoors. That's everyone's loss.

Let’s set the record straight on some of the hiking world’s worst myths about women. First one: It’s not just men who believe these things.

More than half of women say they use toilet paper after peeing outdoors. We say it's an unnecessary hassle. Try one of these alternatives.

Follow these women's backcountry hygiene rules from a wilderness doctor to stay clean and healthy on your next backpacking trip.

Introducing your honey to backpacking? Follow these tips. Getting introduced? Hand this advice over.

Roxanne Fleming took her first hike at age 57, then went to Everest Basecamp and summited the Grand Teton. Here’s her best advice for late bloomers.

Guys, we're sure your intentions are good. But the women you run into on the trail need to know that. Here's how to help solo female hikers feel safer.

Many people fear that women hiking alone are particularly vulnerable to getting lost, hurt, assaulted, or raped in the wilderness. They're wrong.

If you're already a backpacker or hiker, you should be able to continue backpacking while pregnant. Here's some advice to get you going.

Love to catch, afraid to cook? This foolproof method is for you. Bring some bread to mop up what’s left of the juices.

This grown-up treat makes an awesome dessert, but also goes well with pancakes or oatmeal.

Yes, it’s heavy, but if your fire is hot enough to fully burn the husks and cobs, this crowd-pleaser is totally worth packing in.

Prep these at home for a delicious first-night treat.

Master exposing these high-constrast scenes to capture the outdoors at its best.

I tried outdoor experiences in Girl Scouts—and learned they were no fun. But thanks to new efforts, there’s still hope for the Brownies of the future.

Geocaching is a high-tech, GPS-enabled scavenger hunt—and getting started is easy.

Great outdoor gear doesn't have to cost a mint. Follow these five easy tips to fill your closet without emptying your wallet.

Rocks that look like sculptures deserve photos that look like art.

No forecast? No problem. Make your own with tips from our team of meteorologists.

Get fit—and have fun—on steep and technical terrain.

This hot, salty starter would be at home in a bar.

Primal meets gourmet with campfire cooking. Learn the key techniques for success with this Trail Chef primer on campfire cooking basics.

Fresh accessories help upgrade the backcountry version of this classic Middle Eastern meal. Got leftovers? One word: breakfast. 2 servings

East meets South in this filling finger food. Option: Sub in tofu for a vegetarian version of these chicken tacos.

Go beyond ramen to fulfill your noodle cravings. By skipping the fish sauce, this popular Thai treat works even for day seven.

These breakfast sammies are grab-and-go perfection. Croissants are actually very rugged when flattened a bit, and they elevate every filling.

This delicious snack is quick enough to whip up mid-hike, and doubles as a sandwich spread.

Once you make your own real honey mustard, you'll never go back—addiction guaranteed.

Yes, you can have this living room luxury in the wilderness.

Don’t let nay-sayers stop you from going exploring with your infant.

It’s messy, noisy, and twice the hassle of hiking by yourself. But take your toddler on the trail, and the memories will last you the rest of your life.

Want to pass on your love of hiking to your munchkins? Start them early.

Join the standup paddleboard craze and enjoy an above-water vantage for everything from rising trout to streamside wildlife.

Is hiking without a headlamp a midsummer night’s dream—or a nightmare?

Get fit for your next adventure even while you're stuck in town with these tips from a pro trainer.

Cross-training at the gym got you in a monotonous slump? Give these 10 summer sports a try for a fun way to boost your backpacking game.

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Get a better night's sleep with a clutter-free, well-situated shelter.

Show off your friends’ alpine accomplishments with shots that capture the full glory of a trip to the mountains.

Are outdoors workouts the key to fun fitness for hikers? Our man tries a new fitness philosophy in an effort to ditch the gym forever.

Get in touch with your inner hunter-gatherer and have the best backcountry dinner that's entirely from nature. It's the ultimate survival test.

Need an excuse to spend all day exploring an idyllic mountain stream? Grab a rod and get hooked on fly fishing with these 10 tips to get you started.

Make plans to be in the backcountry for these awe-inspiring night sky events this season.

Looking for a national park-inspired read this summer? Look no further.

Death, taxes, and blisters? Not so fast. Here are ten ways to avoid every backpacker's pet peeve.

Start your day off right with these hearty, filling meals that still leave you plenty of time to hit the trail early.

There’s no mess with this easy-to-eat treat (unless you let a photographer make it)—the toppings are inside.

Kale provides a nutritional boost and fiber, while cheese adds a salty kick and a bit of protein.

This lazy breakfast is ideal for a cold morning when hands and tummies need warming.

The classic yogurt and granola breakfast bowl goes hot.

Who hasn't dreamt of working in a national park? Make it happen with one of these fulfilling career paths.

Get ready for adorable: These are the 10 cutest animals in the national parks, according to our scientific rankings. You know you can’t resist.

Never hike alone again with this handy guide to convincing key people in your life to hit the trail with you.

Mind the inedibles when you’re snacking at the backcountry buffet.

BACKPACKER Trail Chef Jennifer Bowen has 20 years of culinary experience, including cooking for trail crews in the high country of Yosemite. Follow her tips for better meals on every trip.