Kristin Hostetter shows you the essential gear, and how to pack it, for a day of backcountry skiing.

Our Editor in Chief schools you on his packing secrets for long-trail comfort.

Learn how to deal with a black bear or grizzly encounter with Shannon Davis and Ted the Bear.

Gear Editor Kristin Hostetter on packing the right foods for winter camping

Executive Editor Dennis Lewon shows how to anchor your tent in the snow.

Assistant Map Editor Kim Phillips shows you how to us a GPS and digital camera to map your trail and document your hike in this video tutorial.,Kim Phillips shows you how to us a GPS and digital camera to map your trail and document your hike in this video tutorial.

Learn this easy measurement and get the right size pack.

Learn to pick the winter pack that's right for you with contributing editor Kelly Bastone.