While the pandemic years were trying, at best, they gave us time to recognize, reevaluate and, in some instances, readjust the undesirable patterns we might have fallen into. One benefit to our ...

Brown bears abound in the summer, so it’s important to set up a bear-safe campsite when backpacking. Bears have a nose that’s 100 times more sensitive than a human’s and if they find food, they’ll ...

I’ll spare you from the entire history of backpacking footwear, but 50 years ago, 8-inch-high boot tops and rigid boot soles were all the rage. These days, you’ll find folks hiking 500 miles in a pair ...

Weather can make or break any outdoor adventure. In this video, learn practical weather forecasting tips that every camper, climber, and backpacker should know before heading into the wilderness. From ...

Solo backpacking through Yosemite offers a unique way to experience the park’s dramatic landscapes, quiet trails, and unforgettable wilderness moments. In Part 1, the journey begins with practical ...

In the summer, brown bears abound, so it’s important to set up a bear-safe campsite when backpacking. Bears have a nose that’s 100 times more sensitive than a human’s, and, if they find food, they’ll ...

My 5-1/2-year-old granddaughter, Maddie, skipped down the rocky Hercules Glades Wilderness trail, holding my hand and watching for daddy longlegs. Like a trail boss, she suddenly halted our entire ...

Reservations for all summer wilderness overnight backpacking permits in Rocky Mountain National Park will open on March 1 at 8 a.m. MST.