Mountain sports are saturated with alcohol. Summit beers, lift beers, après ski, post-ride happy hours, whiskey around the campfire—some days it feels like you could drink from beginning to end of your favorite outdoor activity. But as public health officials issue warnings over alcohol and younger Americans report that they drink less than previous generations, it’s worth asking whether our outdoor...

　　The original version of this story appeared on ExplorersWeb. 　　The cost of Everest climbing permits will rise 36% beginning this fall, the Nepalese government announced this week. However, that news surprised few of the mountains many guiding companies. 　　More significant is a new regulation that could ban independent climbers from all of the country’s peaks over 8,000 m. This new...

　　On Monday, January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to rename Alaska’s 20,310-foot Denali, the highest peak in North America. The mountain’s name will revert to Mount McKinley, named for William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States, who was assassinated on September 14, 1901. 　　The decree undoes the work of former President Barack Obama, who,...

　　EcoFlow: Up to 50% Off 　　 　　(Photo/Sean McCoy) From raging wildfires in Los Angeles to powerful hurricanes and winter storms across the Southern U.S. — natural disasters have been wreaking havoc on the countrys infrastructure. Given the widespread power outages common in these events, its not a bad time to consider investing in some backup power for your home. 　　And...

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　　Vancouver’s proximity to diverse landscapes makes it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. From towering old-growth forests and cascading waterfalls to panoramic coastal vistas and tranquil alpine lakes, the region offers something for everyone. 　　Thanks to a moderate oceanic climate, many of the city’s most beloved trails and parks are accessible year-round. Head out to explore clear trails with the snow-dusted...

　　Over the past 5 or so years, there has been a strong reaction to the overly aggressive “tactical” folders that saw popularity in the early aughts. Those massive, slabby, and less socially acceptable knives have since been replaced by, or supplemented with, smaller, slicier, more people-friendly blades. 　　These knives, typified by offerings like the Knafs Lander and the TRM Nerd,...

　　On a quick trip to San Diego over the holidays, my friends couldn’t stop asking about the shoes I had worn on the plane and around town. 　　“Those are cute, who makes them?” 　　“Ooh, what are those?” 　　“You don’t run in those, though, do you?” 　　The answers to these questions were Tracksmith, my sneakiest, most versatile shoes, and yes, I...

　　When a grumbling thunderstorm surprised my dog and me on an autumn hike, the Shodu Waterproof Dog Car Seat Cover rose to the occasion. 　　The storm produced so much hail and rain that the trail looked like a small creek. Water and mud dripped off my dog. Thankfully, it all beaded up on the seat covers face fabric. Puddles sat...

　　As athletes look to eat healthy while saving money, Costco has become the place for scoring mammoth deals on groceries. After all, who doesn’t love affordable groceries? 　　And yes, Costco has plenty of affordable healthy groceries. It might seem like they’re hard to find amid the colossal tubs of MMs and lifetime-supply jugs of ranch dressing, but nutritious options at...

　　Like many New York City millennials, my partner and I moved upstate with our two rescue dogs early into the pandemic. We ended up in the Catskills near a ski mountain and I wasted no time applying for an instructor role. I’m now in my third year as a private ski lesson instructor, and I still work full-time during the...

　　At Backpacker, we’re champions of hiking year-round—why trade your trail time for couch time just because it’s a little chilly outside? But we’re also clear-eyed about winter hiking’s challenges. When the mercury drops, what would be a pleasant weekend trip can become an ordeal. Instead of recharging you, it leaves you more drained at the end than you were at...