Animal Track Identification 101
Regardless of your experience, skill level, or location, taking time to observe and ponder tracks or other animal signs will leave you with a deeper appreciation of the natural world that surrounds you.
Backcountry
A Guide to Outdoor Adventures With Your Canine Companion
Exploring the outdoors with my dog has been fun, memorable, and deeply rewarding - but it does require preparation.
I’m an Adult-Onset Hunter, Here’s What I’ve Learned
I am proud to tell people I didn’t grow up hunting. Learning to hunt as an adult taught me that choosing a new path - especially one that demands patience, humility, and perseverance - is its own form of empowerment.
5 Gear Updates for Backcountry Spring Skiing
Seasons change -- so should your gear considerations! I’ll run through 5 changes I make in my ski pack as winter turns to spring.
ProView – Dark Energy Backcountry Bundle Review
The Dark Energy Backcountry Bundle is the best power solution I’ve found for extended trips in the backcountry
ProView – HIMALI Monsoon Hardshell Jacket Review
I was pleasantly surprised to find the Monsoon Hardshell not only performed above its price point, but it also managed to be very versatile.
ProView – AKU Adapta SD GTX Review
Something about an Italian made boot just feels right. The AKU Adapta SD GTX lives up to my high boot standard and proved themselves on wet, saturated ground in the Puget Sound region.
4 Ways Climate Change is Affecting Your Outdoor Experiences
As people who recreate outdoors, being in tune with our environments is critical for safety, survival, and enjoyment.
Following the Sun – Using Caltopo’s Sun Exposure Feature for Spring Ski Touring
A brief introduction to the sun exposure feature on Caltopo and how it can be beneficial to spring ski tour planning.
Women of Winter: A Nonprofit Making Snowsports More Accessible to Women of Color
Women of Winter (or W.O.W) is a trailblazer in snowsports accessibility for marginalized populations in the United States.