Outdoor Skills

Discover common hiking missteps in mountain environments like the Cascades. Learn practical strategies to avoid pitfalls, ensuring safety, preserving nature, and enhancing your outdoor experiences.

Garrett VanceApril 9, 2026

Learn how to use the sun, stars, and natural landmarks to find your way when technology fails. A complete guide to primitive orienteering for hikers.

Garrett VanceApril 7, 2026

Don't let a dead battery ruin your adventure. Master these fundamental land navigation techniques to stay safe and on track during your next trek.

Garrett VanceApril 7, 2026

Celebrate International Women's Day by learning how women are leading trail groups, mentoring new hikers, and shaping inclusive gear choices for spring adventures.

Garrett VanceMarch 23, 2026

Hiking apps promise safety but the rescue data tells a different story. Garrett breaks down why better tools are getting more unprepared people onto dangerous terrain—and what actually prevents injuries.

Garrett VanceMarch 5, 2026

Snowpack at 130% of average means one thing: spring water sources are about to become dangerously unpredictable. Here's the data on melt timing, hazardous fords, and why your filter might fail when you need it most.

Garrett VanceFebruary 22, 2026