Fun winter activities for non-skiers around the US
Wintertime doesn’t necessarily mean putting on skis and spending time on mountain slopes. At least not for all of us. There are many folks that love…
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A year of extreme weather means risky conditions in the backcountry
By now most of us are used to reading news reports of record-setting weather conditions around the globe. However, this year has brought new context…
Helpful tips for walking on snow and ice
Every year there are more than a million reported injuries from falling or slipping on the snow. If you are an outdoors junky, it’s probable…
The coldest places on our planet that you will never visit
Our planet is a beautiful place thriving with life, but there are many remote spots with unbelievably low temperatures where even surviving can become virtually impossible.…
Embracing the Cold: Curing Winter Blues by Enjoying Bluebird Skies
Some people are lucky enough to live in a land blessed with warm weather the entire year, where they remain sun-kissed despite the month. Others,…
Ice fishing tips for cold weather lovers
Ice fishing is becoming more and more popular among people of the northern countries. But there is one thing you should know before trying it…
Building a snow trench hotel
When you are in the great outdoors snow hiking, skiing or having any other kind of snow adventure, the knowledge of how to make a…
Avoid breaking the ice and falling into the icy water below
Winter hiking comes with many challenges and hazards, one of the more serious being falling into icy water. If you are familiar with the territory…
Good reasons to keep climbing in the winter
There are rock climbers that surrender easily when the winter rolls around, hang up their climbing shoes in favor of another activity, heading to the gym…
Useful tips on how to save money on camping trips
Camping is supposed to be one of the cheapest ways to have a vacation, simply because you’re not paying for 5-star hotel accommodation or expensive restaurants.…