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Advanced Techniques Archive
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How To: Lessons From A First (Winter) Campout
A change in scenery and perspective is sometimes important for all of us. -
Warm/Cold Winter Backpacking
Do you know the difference between “warm” and “cold” winter backpacking? -
How To: Snowshoes 101
If I had to choose one piece of equipment to enjoy snow with, it would be a good snowshoes. -
How To: Trail Traction Devices In Action
Out on the trails in winter, not having the traction you need can range from being slightly annoying to dangerous to deadly. -
How To: Coping With Deep Cold
It’s perfectly possible to have a wonderful time skiing or riding when the actual air temperature is minus 20. Or colder. Here’s how: -
How To: Plan A Winter Adventure
Winter adventures always require more careful planning than summer excursions of equal duration -
How To: Winter Cabin Checklist
Use this checklist to make sure you have everything to keep you warm, comfortable, and well-fed on your next winter cabin adventure. -
Choosing Ski Boots: A Personal Journey
For those of you who read “Ski Boots 101“, this is a longer article that discusses the process in greater detail. If you’re looking for some quick tips rather than the whole story, you may want to go there…or, ideally, read both to help you really understand the process of choosing a boot. So, on with [...] -
How To: Preparing Your Car For Winter Driving
The Boy Scouts had it right: be prepared! You’re going to be spending a lot of money and time on your trips to the mountains, and there’s nothing LESS fun than breaking down or getting into an accident on the way. A few simple preparations can make your trip safer, lower stress, and give you [...]