Category: Winter

The Little-Known Perks of the Winter Backcountry

November 7, 2016

The fall hiking season is coming to an end, and before you know it, the winter season will be upon us. Though in some places it still doesn’t feel quite like winter,…
Not Sure Which Parks to Hike This Winter? We’ve Got You Covered

November 2, 2016

The winter hiking season is slowly approaching and it’s time to start putting your bucket list together. Unlike winter, finding destinations in the summer or fall is easy. Everything is open and…
Get Your Hiking On With This Backcountry Winter Gear

November 1, 2016

As we get into November (wow, that went fast!) it’s time to start preparing for winter in the backcountry. For some people, it’s the best time of year to be outside. For…
The Best Winter Festivals for Outdoor Enthusiasts

January 28, 2016

Outdoor enthusiasts don’t need much convincing to come out and explore. However, the winter can sometimes be less inviting to some people. That being said, you can always get back in the…
6 Reasons to Attend the Backcountry Film Festival

January 27, 2016

This week, the Backcountry Film Festival kicks off in Spokane, Washington. There’s film festivals for all kinds of genres, and though it might be harder to find, the backcountry world is certainly no…
5 Activities to Try Before Winter Ends

January 26, 2016

With the heavy snowstorm that just hit the United States, many of us can’t wait until the winter is over. Finally, we’ll be able to get outside again and enjoy the great…
8 Trails Everyone Can Try This Winter

December 23, 2015

No matter what your experience is in the outdoors, there’s a chance for everyone to get outside this winter and enjoy hiking. If going on a winter expedition to high, snowy peaks…
Getting Suited Up: Basic Winter Gear

December 17, 2015

Hiking during the winter means going out in conditions that are not always favorable by your current set of gear. The snow, ice, wind, and little visibility can take a toll on…
The 7 Do’s and Don’ts of Winter Hiking

December 16, 2015

For those getting ready to hike this winter, there’s a lot to prepare for; much more so than during the other seasons. Just being a person who is comfortable in the cold…
8 Peaks to Conquer This Winter

December 14, 2015

Climbing up steep mountain peaks is enough of a challenge in itself, but conquering these bad boys during the winter months takes mountaineering to a whole new level…literally. New and old climbers…