Going hiking? Here’s how to use a Personal Locator Beacon — and where to find them
After a spate of rescues from Australia’s wilderness in recent weeks — including some with tragic outcomes in Tasmania and success after a two-week search in Kosciuszko National Park— authorities are urging people heading out to be prepared. That includes having the right equipment — such as food and water, warm clothing even if conditions […]
How To Find Alternative Active Travel
Alaska’s Denali National Park has long been a popular pilgrimage for hikers. Now there is a shakeup … [+] in the travel industry for consumers seeking guided trips to Denali and several other National Parks getty For four decades, national outdoor gear retail giant Recreational Equipment, Inc., better known as REI, has had a travel […]
The dangers of altitude sickness and how to avoid it
For many adventurers, the attraction to breathtaking views on top of towering mountains is irresistible, but doctors are urging climbers to be aware of the dangers associated with altitude. In the high reaches of the world where oxygen is scarce, the body struggles to adapt if more accustomed to living closer to sea level. This […]