Published onSeptember 16, 2026WeatherWhen a weather forecast should cancel the hikeweatherplanningsafetyDecide when storms, flooding, wind, heat, visibility, or ice make the original route or its backup unsuitable.
Published onSeptember 9, 2026WeatherWhat wind does on exposed trailsweatherwindsafetyRead gusts against exposed terrain, prepare before leaving shelter, and turn back when balance or communication deteriorates.
Published onJuly 8, 2026WeatherShoulder-season hiking: plan for changing conditionsweathershoulder seasonhikingCheck differences in elevation, shade, trail surface, access, daylight, and the conditions on the return.
Published onMay 6, 2026WeatherRead a hiking forecast against the actual routeweatherplanningsafetyCheck the full time window, elevation, gusts, precipitation timing, visibility, and official alerts.
Published onApril 15, 2026ClothingHow to layer for cool mornings and warm afternoonsclothinglayersweatherSeparate insulation from weather protection and adjust layers before a climb leaves your clothing soaked with sweat.