Survival
Master essential wilderness survival skills with tips and advice from the experts at Backpacker Magazine. Our experts teach you how to build fires, forage for food, find shelter, survive animal attacks, and get the most out of every piece of gear you bring into the wilderness.
Don’t Become a Victim: How Situational Awareness Can Save Hikers’ Lives
Running into danger to save others is a noble urge. But curb it: A hurt rescuer is worse than no rescuer at all.
I Thought I Could Handle the Hike Alone. Then I Fell.
When his brother turned back a few miles into their overnight hike, Jacob Velarde decided to continue solo. It was a mistake.
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