Most people who have ski toured for long enough have had to deal with blisters at one time or another. There’s just something about stuffing your soft squishy feet into […]
Tips & Tricks
Cold weather in the backcountry: a primer
When car thermometers start reading in the single digits, even driving to the nearest trailhead seems daunting — let alone gearing up for a day in the woods. Since cold […]
What To Pack In Your Pack With The Outdoor Gear Exchange
When you head out into the backcountry, whether for an hour or a day, you need to be prepared. In this video Kenzie from the Outdoor Gear Exchange shares some […]
It is better to light a candle than curse the darkness
What is one of the most important things I always make sure to have with me when I’m on a hiking, skiing, or climbing adventure? That’s easy—a trusty headlamp I […]
Tips For Staying Comfortable On A Cold Ski Tour
Today is the first day of winter and during the next few months many of us will be spending as much time as we can outside on our skis. Winter […]
Backcountry Skier Holiday Gift Guide: $35 & Under
How is it December already? Where does the time go! Anyway, don’t fret. We’re here to help. We know there’s not much time left to find the perfect gifts for […]
Staying Comfortable When Outside In Winter
Currently it’s winter here in Vermont, and winter means skiing! That’s a good thing for us, but there is one problem. Winter is COLD! For some that probably doesn’t come […]
Be a Good Neighbor When Traveling in the Backcountry
Many miles of the Catamount Trail and other popular backcountry trails cross private land with the permission of the landowner. If we are to continue to enjoy the privilege of […]
Review: Band-Aid Blister Bandages
I don’t know about you guys, but in my experience backcountry skiers tend to be a fairly blister prone bunch. I’ve had them, and when I worked in a ski […]
The Adventure Caffeination Station
Many of us are dependent on caffeine to perform at our normal level—whether that’s in the office, on the road, or out on trail. In the regular routine of home, work, and […]
