Category: Backcountry Skills

How to Furnish Your Tent To Be Comfortable While Camping

May 15, 2017

One of the coolest parts of camping is getting the chance to experience nature up close and personal. People who love the outdoors are generally okay with not having their ordinary comforts…
What’s the Deal With Those Backcountry Huts?

May 8, 2017

You’ve heard of them and maybe you’ve even seen one up close. Backcountry huts are an interesting feature of the outdoors. Found few and far between, having the opportunity to hang out…
5 Campfire Hot Drinks to Warm You Up in the Winter Backcountry

March 20, 2017

Winter is still upon us and that chill outside is rather uncomfortable. Though the weather may be starting to heat up in some places, sometimes all those layers and blankets still aren’t…
5 Awesome Things You Can Do With Snowshoes Instead of Just Snowshoeing

March 16, 2017

Snowshoes are great for one thing, and that’s snowshoeing, of course! But, what if we told you they had other uses, too? Winter will be around for just a little bit longer.…
5 Things You Should Probably Never Try on Snowshoes

March 13, 2017

Snowshoeing is a fun activity that doesn’t take too much effort. It’s a way for all ages and abilities to experience the winter backcountry, without worrying about too much. That being said,…
The Potential Dangers of Snowshoeing and How to Be Safe

March 9, 2017

A while back, an elderly snowshoeing couple went missing in Nevada when a blizzard hit. They ended up lost in white-out conditions. Thankfully, they were rescued before things took a turn for…
The Very Important Differences Between Hiking Boots and Snowshoes

March 7, 2017

With all this talk about snowshoes, you might be wondering “Why on Earth can’t I just wear my hiking boots in the snow?!” After all, many hiking boots are designed for winter terrain…
This is What Your Money Can Buy You in the Backcountry

February 22, 2017

Saving money for anything can be hard. And, when it comes to saving for a vacation, it’s even more difficult. But, like with anything in life, if you want something enough, you’ll…
10 Thoughts of a Person Snowshoeing for the First Time

February 16, 2017

So, you’ve decided to take on snowshoeing as your new outdoor activity. Good for you! Snowshoeing is an exciting way to explore the backcountry, that’s fun, easy, and (most of time), rewarding.…
Want Try Something New This Winter? Here’s Snowshoeing 101

February 15, 2017

Hiking during the winter means a lot of opportunities to try things you’ve never tried before. This could be anything from skiing, ice climbing, polar plunging…anything, as long as it gets you…