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Taught by Trees: Growing Up Rooted in Nature

Taught by Trees: Growing Up Rooted in Nature

For as long as I can remember, I have always regarded nature as holy.
Sahale Greenwood May 11, 2021
Great Gear Review: BAÏST Gloves

Great Gear Review: BAÏST Gloves

A Tough and Tender Glove for the Coldest Missions.
Owen Clarke Feb 19, 2021
Great Gear Review: Rocky Talkie Radios

Great Gear Review: Rocky Talkie Radios

Rugged Backcountry Radio Gives Adventurers Peace of Mind.
Cat Coughran Feb 18, 2021
Dealing With Dietary Restrictions In The Backcountry.

Dealing With Dietary Restrictions In The Backcountry.

Gluten intolerance, vegan, Halal, nut allergy, dairy-free, Kosher… whatever your dietary restrictions may be, you don’t have to let it hinder your ability to get out and enjoy the backcountry!
Brooke Hess Jun 24, 2019
"Sidecountry is the Backcountry" - An Interview with The Director of The National Avalanche Center.

"Sidecountry is the Backcountry" - An Interview with The Director of The National Avalanche Center.

Get the forecast, get the gear, get the training. Everything that you need to know before you head out into the back or sidecountry. They're the same thing.
Brooke Hess Mar 31, 2019
Dear Winter... An Open Letter To Snow, Ice and Jack Frost.

Dear Winter... An Open Letter To Snow, Ice and Jack Frost.

As the snow begins to melt, and the sun breaks through the clouds, Brooke Hess, with seasonal anxiety in tow, discusses her relationship with the seasons in an open letter.
Brooke Hess Mar 22, 2019
Is ‘Sidecountry’ a Four-Letter Word?

Is ‘Sidecountry’ a Four-Letter Word?

A team of Avalanche experts define the word, and discuss how to deal with the phenomena. Do we attempt to stop the sidecountry locomotive, or shape the definition and attempt to harness its power?
National Avalanche Center Mar 19, 2019

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