How-To

Join the Nature First Photography Alliance

Brynn Schmidt

As an outdoor community, we are all seeing the negative impacts in many wild places that our adventures and photography are creating. I have been working on how to change my practices and found this awesome international organization focused on "conserving the places we love and photograph through wise use, education, outreach, community, and research" -- Nature First. I am now the Rocky Mountain Region Community Advocate for Nature First and look forward to connecting with any of you interested in joining the movement or learning more.

5 Outdoor Resolutions for 2020

Sara Sheehy

Happy New Year!

How To Get Great Winter Photos At Emerald Lake

Kyle Reader

Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park is a photographic gem in all seasons but especially during the winter. In this article I've got tips for how to get awesome winter shots of this iconic lake.

Lan Ha Bay: A Look at Sustainable Ecotourism

Maggie Donohoo

How, in the modern, travel-focused world, can we balance tourism with the protection of earth’s natural wonders?

Trip Planning, Goal Setting and Picking the Best Backcountry Partner

Kristen Fuller

Twenty Lakes Basin in the Eastern Sierra

Everest Base Camp: A Mixed Bag of Emotions

Kristen Fuller

Yaks, porters, helicopter rescues, mountain sickness....

An Alaskan Adventure: A Guide to Kenai Fjords NP

Maggie Donohoo

Kenai Fjords National Park should be a must-see on everyone's bucket list. From outdoor activities, such as whale watching and hiking, to experiencing a taste of the local cuisine and culture, there is something for every member of the family.

#Cabinlife for the Holidays

Chris Engelsman

The days are getting shorter, and temps are dropping. But, there’s no need to be sad, fun is around the corner!

Preparing to Surf in Frigid Waters

Mitchell Milbauer

Tips on how to surf 'enjoyably' in Sub 55 Degree water temperatures

The Winter Vanlife Survival Guide

Sara Sheehy

How to thrive in the cold.

Cycling the Pacific Coast

AJ Johnson

A two-wheeled shortguide from Vancouver, Canada to the USA-Mexico Border (near Tijuana).

Experience the Best of Western Montana on this Epic 4-day Road Trip

Jon Mattrisch

From Montana's capital of Helena to Glacier National Park and back, experience the best of what Montana has to offer. Incredible scenery, beautiful mountains, stunning hikes, delicious breweries and more.

Four Tips for Getting Through Airport Security Faster

Sara Sheehy

Spend more time traveling and less time queuing.

My Go-To List for Car Camping in Moab

Chris Engelsman

All the gear you need for an enjoyable car camping trip in Moab!

Practical Leave No Trace: Tips for Camping in the Backcountry

Sara Sheehy

Tread lightly.

How to Spend Your First Week in Iceland

Kyle Reader

Iceland is an adventurers paradise, and one of the most sought after travel destinations in the world. With so much to see and do, figuring out where to start can be challenging. My wife and I just spent our first week in Iceland and are sharing our recommendations so that you can make the most of your initial visit to the land of fire and ice.

The Sliding Scale of Stoke

Aaron Rickel Jones

Every adventure has its ups and downs...

Practical Leave No Trace: Pack it Out, and Then Some

Sara Sheehy

Be good, do good.

Floating Down the Cheyenne River

Isaac Parsons

50+ miles of Grassland, bordering parts of the Badlands National Park, cottonwood trees lining the banks, ranches spread across the landscape, and feeling like we were in the middle of nowhere.

Stop Cutting Switchbacks

Aaron Rickel Jones

There are so many reasons to avoid doing this I don't even know where to start.

Is It A Hike?

Aaron Rickel Jones

A flow chart to help you determine whether you are on a hike, a walk, or something else entirely.

Making the Most of the Fall Colors

Brandon Dewey

Tips for how to make the most of this years fall colors.

Random Wednesdays – a Travel Philosophy Discovered in Italy

Thomas Bacon

In our case, being students on a budget, we found that vacation was expensive, travel is cheap, exploration was almost always free, and those memories were truly priceless.

First Aid Kit Advice for River Travel

NOLS