Editor in Chief Jonathan Dorn heads deep into the Alaskan backcountry to fish the most bountiful streams in the world.

Rocky Mountain Editor Steve Howe dispels a few camping myths and drops some dirtbagging tips in this primer.

Avoiding grizzlies with cubs is the easiest way to stay out of trouble. But what to do when they won't stop following you?

Professional adventurer Kalen Thorien explains how solo backpacking changed her life, and why it's good for all women backpackers to try it.

Would you resort to cannibalism if your life depended on it? A shocking number of our readers said "yes." Our expert shows you how to do the unthinkable.

Strap on your crampons as we head to the summit of famed Mt. Rainier.

Understand the three main performance categories.

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