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HikingAltitude Sickness: Recognizing and Preventing It on the Trail
How altitude sickness actually happens, the early symptoms that mean you should stop climbing, and the habits that prevent it in the first place.
HikingMulti-Day Hiking and Backpacking Trip Planning
How to plan a multi-day backpacking trip's itinerary, permits, and resupply — the logistics that decide whether a trip goes smoothly.
HikingPreventing and Treating Blisters on the Trail
Why blisters actually form, the prevention habits that work, and how to treat one properly before it ends your hike.
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September 27, 2026
The Ambler Road Threat: Defending Alaska’s Brooks Range Wilderness
When proposed industrial corridors threaten historic public lands, it changes more than just fishing spots—it threatens our fundamental connection to true solitude. Here’s what you need to know about the Ambler Road fight and how we can help defend these critical areas.
September 26, 2026
How Acorns Change Where Bucks Bed and Move
Acorns are more than just snacks—they fundamentally change where bucks establish their bedding areas and how they move during the rut. We break down what this means for your plan and why reading the landscape is as important as carrying a rifle.
September 24, 2026
Predicting the sky above: Solar cycles and auroras.
We're looking at how solar activity—from flares to coronal holes—can affect the conditions of your trip, especially when you’re trying to catch a glimpse of the aurora or just get good light for camping photos.
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