Once you’ve checked what's required of you, be sure to follow our five tips for safe backpacking in bear country. Bears often use hiking trails because they’re like roads that help them move ...

just make sure you sit down well in advance and tease out all the details, from visas to bus routes. Read on for our tips, tricks, and guides to help you make that epic backpacking journey a reality.

The benefits of hiking in the darker months, such as circulation and mood enhancement, vastly outweigh the concerns. But if you're hesitant to strap on boots and trek through nature in subfreezing ...