Safety & emergency
Our adventure travel coverage grouped into 18 sections, including Trip plans and leaving word, Satellite messengers and PLBs and Wilderness first aid
Ultralight Hikers Add Weight Back for Comfort and Safety
Thru-hiker Ayesha Cording explains why experienced ultralight backpackers often add weight back to their packs, detailing specific gear swaps made...
Hikers Emphasize Safety After Trail Scare
A group of older hikers on the Appalachian and Long Trails faced a tense separation at dusk when one missed a shelter turn, underscoring the...
Trail Running Gear Essentials for Road
A guide for road runners moving to trails, covering essential gear changes for safety and enjoyment, based on personal experience and industry data.
ER Doctors List Top Hiker Hazards
Emergency doctors say hikers' most serious issues are blisters, heat illness, and poor decisions, not dramatic wildlife encounters.
Thru-Hikers Enjoy Jersey Delights, Face Medical Emergency
A group of thru-hikers on the Appalachian Trail experienced the best of New Jersey, from glacial lakes to homemade ice cream, but also faced a...