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Pursuits
Pick how you want to travel through wild country — each pursuit has its own skills, kit, seasons, and reading.
Start with the pursuit, not the gear
Every hub below opens with what to learn first, the kit that actually matters, honest hazard notes, and the articles we've written on the subject. Looking for writing organized by subject instead? Browse by topic.
Land
Hiking
Day miles on trail — footwear, pacing, navigation, and route choice.
Backpacking
Multi-day travel under a pack — weight, sleep systems, and resupply.
Camping
Car camping and basecamps — comfort, camp kitchens, and site craft.
Bushcraft
Fire, shelter, cutting tools, and traditional woodcraft.
Mountain Biking
Singletrack and bikepacking — body position, braking, and trail repair.
Trail Running
Fast light miles — vert training, fueling, and mountain safety.
Water
Canoeing
Lake country and river travel — strokes, portages, and pack systems.
Whitewater Kayaking
River running in a hardshell — roll, read water, and run safe lines.
Whitewater Rafting
Oar rigs and paddle crews — multi-day river logistics and safety.
Sea Kayaking
Coastal and big-lake touring — tides, crossings, and rescues.
Sailing
Small boats to coastal cruising — points of sail, weather, and anchoring.
Packrafting
Hike-in boats that link trails and rivers into one route.
Snow & Rock
Rock Climbing
Bouldering to multi-pitch — systems, movement, and partner checks.
Mountain Climbing
Alpine objectives — glacier travel, altitude, and turnaround discipline.
Downhill Skiing
Resort and sidecountry — technique, conditions, and avalanche awareness.
Cross-Country Skiing
Classic, skate, and backcountry touring on winter trails.
Snowshoeing
Winter walking anywhere — flotation, traction, and cold management.
