Backcountry camping involves traveling to a remote location and preparing a campsite for shelter. The backcountry is often reached by traveling along unmarked paths and roads. Making sure the right supplies are brought along will ensure a successful trip. read more
Backcountry vacations involve stepping off the beaten path, and may be conducted in grand style or rustic simplicity. You can plan a backcountry vacation on your own, or rely on local guides that are familiar with the terrain, climate and wildlife you may encounter. read more
Backcountry skiing is skiing on unmarked, ungroomed slopes outside of ski-resort boundaries requiring the skier to climb slopes to gain access to untracked terrain. Backcountry skiing requires specialized equipment, safety gear and avalanche-safety knowledge. read more
Backcountry is a loosely used term that refers to land that is isolated, undeveloped, remote and difficult to access. The most important means of travel in the backcountry is that which is human powered. Most wild areas that fall under the definition of backcountry would be located on public land, but it is important to note that the backcountry is not limit… read more
With the growing interest in outdoor recreation and interest in "extreme" sports, people have been flocking into the "backcountry" in record numbers. But just what is backcountry? It is anywhere you can escape the city streets and concrete wilderness most North Americans call home. read more
Snowboarding is a sport that involves skill and mastering balance on the snowboard. Many like to explore the valleys and steep slopes of the backcountry. One way to do this is by snowboarding these hills. There are dangers involved whe… read more
For those who wish to venture out of bounds and explore untracked snow, backcountry skis are like gold. Quality backcountry skis are made with a foam or wood core and are often used with skins which are strapped onto the bottom of skis… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a… read more
Safety must always be the paramount consideration on backcountry hiking trips, followed closely by comfort. Planning for both safety and comfort begins long before a hiker arrives at the trailhead. The process starts with knowing what… read more
Following an avalanche, the average victim has about 15 minutes to survive. This means his group has 15 minutes to find his general location with a transceiver, probe the snow to get an exact location and shovel him out. After that, th… read more
Backcountry skiing is enjoyed worldwide by skiers who like to experience fresh powder and unchartered terrain. Having the right equipment is essential to having a safe backcountry skiing experience. read more
Packing a backpack may sound easy, and it is once you learn what you need and how to pack it. At first it can be hard to know what you will need out there if you have never been on a backcountry trip. Start by packing these basic items… read more
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Backcountry skiing is an exhilarating form of skiing that combines cross-country skiing with downhill skiing. Backcountry skiers climb slopes outside of ski-resort boundaries to access untouched terrain. The backcountry skier uses rand… read more
There is no better way to learn to appreciate natural beauty than through a backcountry trip. Whether you want to spend a week living by your own power in the most remote reaches of the world or would prefer a more laid-back chance to… read more
Backcountry skiing is also known as Alpine touring or mountaineering. Backcountry skiing combines cross-country with ascents and descents away from the commercial trails favored by ski resorts. In this way, the backcountry skier is awa… read more
With its world-renowned scenery--including a famous concentration of "14ers"--and widespread network of parks and wildernesses, Colorado is a mecca for backcountry enthusiasts. read more
Cross-country skiing has many different styles, including skate, traditional and nordic backcountry. Nordic backcountry skiing is one of the best ways of touring the backcountry and getting out of the ski area set-tracks. read more
Venturing into the backcountry carries hikers, climbers and nature-watchers far from developed campgrounds and their facilities. You must carry everything you might need with you, which makes backcountry activities very gear-intensive.… read more
Montana is a wild and untamed land, with mountains, open grasslands and prairies, rivers, lakes and numerous state and national parks. Montana has opportunities for backcountry skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, mountaineering,… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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