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Practical hiking etiquette: stay on trails, respect wildlife, pack out waste, and follow Leave No Trace to protect nature and other hikers.

Practical composition techniques for landscape photography: rule of thirds, leading lines, framing, foreground interest, balance and depth.

Cooking food is something most people learn out of necessity, and with the passage of both time and experience, some

Step-by-step planning for multi-day backpacking: choose routes, set daily mileage, pack lightweight gear, plan food and water, manage safety, and train.

Match shoes to terrain and fit—choose lug depth, cushioning, drop, traction and waterproofing to boost comfort, safety and performance on trails.

Plan your camping trip with ease! Use our Camping Budget Calculator to estimate costs for food, gear, and more. Get a detailed budget in seconds!

Flash floods in Morocco’s Safi kill 14, injure 32 after torrential rains; rescue efforts ongoing.

Track temperature, wind, precipitation, and snow for safe backcountry trips—adjust forecasts for elevation and terrain and use tools like NWS, Windy, Mountain-forecast, and SNOTEL.

Reactions from agencies, Tribes, and advocates to the revised Bay-Delta Plan and HRL update.

Not sure if a trail is right for you? Use our Trail Difficulty Analyzer to get a custom rating based on length, elevation, and your experience!