After an incident: reporting and learning
Everything filed under safety in our adventure travel coverage, the 36 reports filed on it so far.
Colorado children found safe after K-9 Archie tracks scent
A two-year-old Labrador named Archie led rescuers to three missing children who had wandered 1.5 miles from their family's campsite near Buena Vista
PCT Hiker Rescued After Winter Storm Collapses Tent in Goat
A hiker in his 20s was rescued from Washington's Goat Rocks Wilderness after a severe winter storm collapsed his tent, leaving him hypothermic and...
Thru-hiker injured on Day 28 prompts split
A thru-hiker known as The Historian suffered a wrist injury after a fall on Camels Hump, forcing his group to split.
Long Trail Hikers Find Respite at White Horse Lodge
Thru-hikers on the Long Trail take a zero day at a Vermont lodge, focusing on gear replacement and consuming a massive food resupply after a tough...
Long Trail Hikers Use Bad Weather Alternate Route
Hikers on Vermont's Long Trail abandoned the main route due to a storm, using a safer descent suggested by Sugarbush resort staff after a night in a...
Colorado UTV Rescue Uses Spotlight Drones on 250-Foot Fall
Grand County Search and Rescue used drones with spotlights to perform a five-hour, overnight technical rope rescue after a UTV driver fell 250 feet...
Lightning Strike Kills Hiker in Utah's Tin Shack Shelter
A 19-year-old hiker died after lightning struck a historic metal shelter on Mount Timpanogos, exposing the danger of such structures during storms.
Squamish Climber Stranded After Rappel Miscommunication
A climber was rescued by drone after a rappelling error on the Stawamus Chief. Three experienced out-of-town climbers became separated on descent...
Long Trail Hikers Reunite with Friend After Heavy Resupply
Hikers on Vermont's Long Trail manage a six-day food carry, recover a forgotten wallet, and celebrate a surprise reunion with a fellow trail friend...
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...
Kayakers Rescue Missing Hiker on Isle Royale After 11-Day
A 70-year-old hiker lost for 11 days in Isle Royale National Park was rescued by two kayakers, ending an extensive search operation involving ground...
Climber's 60-Foot Fall Caught by Partner in Colorado
A 21-year-old climber survived a 60-foot ground fall in Colorado's newest state park after her anchor sling failed.
Colorado Bear Euthanized After Ingesting Trash Bags
A black bear in Durango was euthanized by Colorado Parks and Wildlife after its intestines were blocked by trash, highlighting a record year for bear
PCT Hikers Reach Timberline Lodge After 2,100 Miles
A group of Pacific Crest Trail hikers, including the author 'Redrum,' completed an 18-mile, 4,000-foot climb to reach Timberline Lodge near Mount...
Maroon Bells Climbing Closed After Second Fatal Fall
The U.S. Forest Service closed climbing on Maroon Peak on September 8, 2026, for a body recovery after a second climber died in the Elk Range within a
Climbers Rescued After Night Stranded on Wyoming's Pingora
Two climbers spent a night stranded on Pingora Peak in Wyoming's Wind River Range after their rope got stuck during a retreat.
Hikers Revisit Stratton Pond After 51 Years
A hiker returns to Stratton Pond on the Appalachian Trail after five decades, sharing the experience with companions.
Thru-Hiker Nears Long Trail End After Jay Peak Summit
A northbound thru-hiker completes the final full day on Vermont's Long Trail, summiting Jay Peak and preparing for the northern terminus after days on
Tahoe Rim Trail Hiker Learns to Let Go of the Plan
A hiker recounts abandoning a rigid mileage plan on the Tahoe Rim Trail after altitude sickness and fatigue set in, learning to prioritize well-being...
PCT Hikers Pass 2,000-Mile Mark Near Big Lake Youth Camp
Pacific Crest Trail hikers, after shipping resupply boxes and receiving trail magic, passed the 2,000-mile marker and celebrated at a pond near the...
Climber Stuck Hanging From Dolomites Spire After Rappel
A 53-year-old climber from Burano was left dangling for 90 minutes on the Campanile di Val Montanaia after a navigation mistake during descent...
Mt. Shasta Climbers Rescued After AI-Planned Ascent
Three college students were rescued from Mt. Shasta after a long ordeal, with rangers citing their reliance on an AI chatbot for inadequate trip...
Access Fund Reopens Monument Lawsuit
Access Fund reopened its lawsuit against the Trump administration after a new proclamation removed over 80% of the Indian Creek climbing area from...
Ultralight Columnist's Final Gear Picks
A former gear columnist shares his personal picks for ultralight packs and jackets after 5 years of reviews, advising against pricey high-tech...