outdoors enthusiasts get into trouble way more often on day hikes than backpacking trips. The snow and ice add an additional layer to how you should plan your day, but that shouldn’t discourage ...

Use your best judgment, but I might opt for my hiking boots if the snow is light and packed, and if I’m expecting a more mild winter hike. Snow boots are a pain during longer treks or ...

A hiker who underestimated the conditions on a backpacking trip in the White Mountains was saved by the SOS function on his ...