danger

A year of extreme weather means risky conditions in the backcountry

By now most of us are used to reading news reports of record-setting weather conditions around the globe. However, this…

7 years ago

How to sport climb safely: Lessons learned from falling headfirst

I was definitely falling. What I saw was most definitely down. Slowed, slowed down until I could feel the fibers…

7 years ago

Avalanche wisdom

Avalanches are terrifying and for good reason. No matter how much we know about them, they are always a serious…

7 years ago

Survive a “killer bee” attack

A "killer bee" is NOT a giant bee with big teeth, a 10-feet long sting and armed with an axe.…

7 years ago

Bear Attacks: How to Get Out Alive

A trip into the wilderness comes with a few dangers. From poisonous plants, heat exhaustion, and getting lost, the outdoorsmen…

7 years ago

A cautionary word about free soloing

First and foremost, I wouldn’t say that I am by any means a professional climber let alone an expert on…

7 years ago

Watch out: Identifying common poisonous plants in nature

While most outdoor people know how to avoid the obvious nuisance plants like poison oak, poison ivy, and stinging nettles,…

7 years ago

Monster Crocodile – Another invasive species

Spotting native alligators and crocodiles in Florida is common, but anyone who sees a large reptile may want to take…

7 years ago

 Signs that reveal there’s danger ahead – Hikers Beware

When you are out hiking, you are at the mercy of nature. That means that there are a lot of…

7 years ago

The hottest places on Earth

After cold winter months, summer is always a very welcomed and desired season of the year, but there are places…

7 years ago