With interest in travelling the backcountry in winter on the rise, an experienced guide offers tips on where and how to get ...

Backcountry skiing allows skiers and riders to avoid ... in addition to having basic hiking experience, a decent level of fitness, and comfort in the outdoors. A great way to get used to the ...

Before reading this list of basic avalanche safety tips that all skiers should know ... This 'tip' is a bit less specific but represents a valuable mindset in the backcountry. Let's face it—skiing in ...

Mount Hakuba-Norikuradake is just one of several Japanese mountains that provide ideal conditions for backcountry skiing and snowboarding. But these scenic and unpatrolled areas, which lure winter ...

6. Alta Ski Area, UT Alta is often known for having some of the best terrain and snow in the country, but it also has some pretty iconic lift-access backcountry. Little Cottonwood Canyon is full ...

Backcountry skiing doesn't always have to be a long walk on skins—some of the best backcountry skiing around is accessed by resort gates. Before I talk about what resorts have this amazing ...

Backcountry ski touring vs. skinning at resorts As we ... It's accessible to anyone with basic AT gear, all of which you can rent if you're visiting. Skinning strengthens your muscles and ...

In the wake of REI closing its Experiences division, which offered classes and adventure travel, here are other Evergreen State courses to consider.

Ski resorts across Japan are struggling to put an end to accidents involving backcountry skiers now that tourists have returned since Japan relaxed its strict COVID-19 entry restrictions.