Group decision making and human factors
Everything filed under safety in our adventure travel coverage, the 15 reports filed on it so far.
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.
Thru-Hikers Confront Stench and Storm on Vermont's Long
A group of thru-hikers on the Long Trail push through a demanding 9.6-mile day, handling scent-based social encounters, a head injury from a fallen...
Stellar Heliskiing Delivers Deep Powder in British Columbia
Stellar Heliskiing offers flexible, small-group helicopter skiing adventures from the historic village of Kaslo, B.C., accessing over 125,000 acres of
PCT Hikers Find Joy in Rain-Soaked Goat Rocks Trek
A group of Pacific Crest Trail hikers endure days of cold rain and fog through Washington's Goat Rocks Wilderness, discovering a focused camaraderie...
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...
Thru-Hikers Find Shelter and Community at Camp Jonah
A group of Pacific Crest Trail hikers, stalled by a major rainstorm, finds an unexpected haven and forms a new 'tramily' at a former school turned
Hikers change plan after realism wins
A group of three hikers on the Long Trail, including The Historian and Rock Rabbit, revised their ambitious mileage target after a difficult first day
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...
PCT Hikers Pass Midpoint, Face Thorny Lassen
A group of Pacific Crest Trail hikers, including Helium and Punisher, reached the trail's halfway marker after 82 days and 1,325 miles.
Adventure Links of the Week
A collection of adventure links from the past week, featuring skiing in Uganda, surfing, research on decision-making, and more.
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...
Tahoe Rim Trail Hikers Enjoy Elated Moments at Elevation
A group of hikers on the Tahoe Rim Trail experienced a mix of challenges and rewards as they navigated the dry stretch of the trail.
Navigating Iceland's Laugavegur Trail in Challenging Weather Conditions
A group of hikers face harsh weather conditions on the Laugavegur Trail, a challenging section of the Iceland Traverse, and share their experiences...
Thru Hiker Paradise: Wyoming
A group of thru hikers experience the beauty of Wyoming's Continental Divide Trail, including the Wind River Range and the Cirque of the Towers.
Hikers Overcome Challenges on the Pacific Crest Trail
A group of hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail face various challenges, including a grueling climb up the Sierra Buttes and a mysterious beer can...