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Be prepared for anything with these 12 cold-weather-gear picks
Well-thought-out rain gear from a proven manufacturer
Colder temps mean we get to bust out of favorite boots, jackets, and accessories
This lavish mountain hut in the heart of Denali National Park may be perched on a razor’s edge, but its real thrill is access to endless adventure
Richard Carr, a retired psychologist who had long dreamed of sailing around the world, was in the middle of the Pacific when he started sending frantic messages that said pirates were boarding his boat. Two thousand miles away in Los Angeles, his family woke up to a nightmare: he might be dying alone, and there was almost nothing they could do about it.
A solid budget-minded option, so long as you can tolerate the infuriating keyboard
Unsurprisingly, the dates are getting later and later, according to the records we have
Whether you're into chunky knits or classy crewnecks, there's something here for everyone
Don't let cold temperatures prevent you from getting out there
About an hour before midnight on Mother’s Day in 1986, a group of teenagers assembled at an Episcopal high school in Portland, Oregon, to embark on an expedition. Their goal was to summit Mount Hood, completing an adventure program that was required for all sophomores. What followed was a story of tragedy and loss that is commemorated annually at the institution it changed forever.
One of the worst tragedies in the history of firefighting prompted little change to a culture that regularly puts young lives at risk. A few seasoned veterans are working to fix that.
They’re all from Huckberry, our source for all things stylish
An important PSA about driving safely in bad weather
Stylish, water-resistant protection for the shoulder season
What the admittedly confusing categorization actually means
Excellent breathability and a welcome surge of innovation in the otherwise-predictable rainwear category
Stylish, do-it-all shirts, jackets, packs, and shoes that go from the backcountry to the bar
A few years ago, more than 60 percent of the country fell under some level of drought. The worst thing? These warm, dry conditions tend to lead to even warmer, drier ones.
If you’re determined to camp in winter, you’re going to need some sturdy gear
Hot pockets—nuking not required (unless we’re talking about snow)
A little prep goes a long way toward getting yourself un-screwed
Apparel and accessories to get you through your chilliest runs
Apparel and accessories to get you through your chilliest runs
Keep riding long after everyone else has put their bike away for the season
There really is a massive difference between weather alerts depending on where they're issued. The question is: Can you handle the heat?
Embracing fringe season means preparing for everything
It snowed at Keystone this week. It's time to get ready.
Losing your home to a wildfire is often just the start of your troubles
And everything you need to know before you purchase a coverage plan
As your family grows, so will your family's tent needs
Thousands of people flock to the Alps each year to ski tour high-elevation routes, spending comfortable nights in a string of huts that serve wine and hot meals. In the spring of 2018, a group of experienced skiers and their guide were trapped in a storm overnight on an exposed saddle. By morning, nearly all were dead or dying.
Made from Polartec NeoShell, the Reliance performs peerlessly, yet still looks stylish
Hugo was the worst hurricane to ever hit the U.S. Florence could be worse.
Classroom time isn't so bad when you're building fly-fishing rods in Virginia or barbecuing in the Lone Star State
How to turn Tinseltown into a mountain town
It's the seemingly mundane storms that will catch you off guard. Here's how to never let that happen.
Excerpted from a 1981 article included in Climbing magazine's new anthology, 'Vantage Point,' the late Jim Bridwell recounts the first ascent of the East Face of the Moose's Tooth in Alaska
A few strategies to keep you on the trail this summer
With two years until the Tokyo Olympics, organizers are preparing for what could be a brutally warm race
All three of the state's major blazes are making rare pyrocumulus clouds right now
After nearly 40 years of attempts by multiple people—and at least one mysterious disappearance—Scott Donaldson became the first person to paddle alone across the 1,400-mile stretch of ocean
Tough and waterproof, it fits everything you need for a day
As wildfires get worse, these powerful new tools will help keep you safe
About 200 people were evacuated by ATV and helicopter last week from a campground near the iconic falls
Women need packs that are just as capable as men’s—and they need them to fit right. Here are the best, most comfortable performers for all-around backpacking.
Scientists discovered that the temperature of a patch of water on the other side of the world can help predict how dry winters will be in the Southwest
If you live through a strike, the recovery can be a confounding, bizarre journey that never really ends
The doctors who scrambled to rescue and triage survivors in 2015 look back in search of lessons.
Rescuers spent nine days searching for the 12 boys and their coach. They finally found them two miles deep in the Tham Luang Nang Non cave system.
Wildfires are going to become bigger and more frequent in the future. If you find yourself caught in one, this is what you need to do.
The messaging device uses a pay-as-you-go model that’s more flexible than the monthly contracts required by other companies
Photographer Camille Seaman has a viral TED Talk, a new book, and an uncanny knowledge of weather and storms.
From miles out in the storm-ravaged Chesapeake Bay, the Tangier Island crab boat radioed a mayday, then fell silent. Fellow skippers from this lonely and legendary speck of land rallied to save the two-man crew. God willing, they'd get there in time.
Your best defense against snow, sun, and everything in between
After thousands of trail miles, here's how our columnist makes sure he's prepared for whatever the terrain throws at him
Or not climbing one, whatever you want to do
A new book goes deep into the history and significance of our country's 4,000-mile northern boundary
Apparently, you love bikes, vans, and birth control
Lighter, more packable, with better performance than anything you're used to
It's called accidentology. Yes, that's a real word.
The sinking of the SS El Faro in 2015 brought forth ample media coverage and, now, three new books dropping within months of each other. That's understandable.
The handheld satellite communication device is significantly smaller than its predecessor but has almost the same functionality
A powerful storm swept the mountains over the weekend and killed more than a dozen people
It’s time to trade that puffy for a short-sleeved shirt and floral-patterned shoes
The 122nd Boston Marathon was wet, windy, and cold, with many runners dropping out of the race because of hypothermia. Here's what you should wear to avoid the same DNF fate.