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Snow-Chilled Fresh Citrus Margaritas

Chef and athlete Lentine Alexis with a refreshing margarita recipe for après anywhere.

Almond Butter Apple-Cinnamon Skillet Cookie

Chef and athlete Lentine Alexis with a recipe for a perfect snack to bring along your next hike.

At Treeline with The Black Foxes

The first meet-up of The Black Foxes, a collective of Black cyclists and outdoors people.

The Roundup

Backcountry’s monthly roundup of the best from the backcountry and beyond.

Winter Backpacking 101

Making the jump to an all-season backpacker requires extra skills and gear. Here’s what you need to know to safely backpack in the winter.

A Simple Guide to Winter Hiking

Bethany Clarke details how to plan for and make the most of cold weather hikes.

Fishing for the Right Raft

Gearheads are Backcountry’s outdoor experts, gear enthusiasts, and customer service team.

Sweet Tea and Skiing PC

Backcountry Gearhead Ashleigh McClary shares her story of connecting people to the outdoors.

Public Trust

Patagonia's Head of Environmental Activism, Hans Cole, answers our community's questions about their new film.

A Letter from the CEO

A Letter from the CEO

What Every Hiker Should Know

Planning a day hike can be a little intimidating when first starting out. These are the top things you need to factor into your planning.

Adventure Story: Abbi Hearne

Glacier trekking, ice climbing, canyoneering, and pack rafting come together for an epic multi-sport adventure in Alaska.