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- 1Alaska Wildlife Troopers wrap up busy fall hunting season▼Here are some of our favorite photos from September! The Alaska Wildlife Troopers had a busy fall hunting season, patrolling across the state to ensure that hunters are safe and following the rules.
The Alaska Wildlife Troopers shared a selection of photos from September as they wrapped up a busy fall hunting season. The troopers patrolled across the state throughout the season, working to keep hunters safe and making sure they followed hunting regulations. The photos highlight the agency's fieldwork in Alaska's backcountry.
- 2Backcountry snowboarding trips demand careful planning●No messing around in the backcountry. # travel # ski # winter https:// matadornetwork.com/read/plan-b ackcountry-snowboa
Matador Network has published a guide on how to plan a backcountry snowboard trip, urging winter sports enthusiasts not to take mountain terrain lightly. The piece covers preparation essentials for riding outside resort boundaries, where avalanche risk, navigation and self-sufficiency make planning a matter of safety rather than convenience. It is being shared among travel and ski audiences as the winter season draws attention to backcountry recreation.
- 3EF Adventures and Backcountry Launch Hiking Tours Across Three Continents●Two Trusted Experts in Active Travel and Outdoor Gear, EF Adventures and Backcountry Launch Collection of New Hiking and Multi-Adventure Experiences Across Three Continents
EF Adventures and Backcountry have announced a partnership and a new collection of hiking and multi-adventure trips spanning three continents. The collaboration pairs EF Adventures' guided travel operations with Backcountry's outdoor gear expertise, offering active travel experiences for hikers and adventure travelers. Details on specific destinations, itineraries and pricing were not included in the initial announcement.
- 4Rich Marriott Attends International Snow Science Workshop▼Rich Marriott at International Snow Science Workshop
Former KING 5 meteorologist Rich Marriott is attending the International Snow Science Workshop, a gathering of avalanche researchers, forecasters and mountain safety specialists. The workshop brings together experts to share findings on snowpack behavior, avalanche prediction and backcountry risk. Marriott, a longtime Seattle broadcast weather figure, is known for his expertise in mountain weather and avalanche science.
- 5Alpacas Arrive in Olympic National Park●The Alpacas are Coming! The First 18 Hours in Olympic National Park
A hiking writer has recounted the first 18 hours of an alpaca trek in Washington State's Olympic National Park, describing the animals' arrival on the trail. The piece mixes practical trail reporting with the novelty of using alpacas in the backcountry, and readers of outdoor publications are sharing the lighthearted account.
- 6Lost hunter rescued in Wyoming's Medicine Bow area▼Lost hunter rescued in Medicine Bow’s Rock Creek area Thursday
A hunter who became lost in the Rock Creek area of the Medicine Bow region in Wyoming was rescued on Thursday. Search and rescue teams located the person and brought them to safety. The incident is drawing local attention as hunting season puts more people in remote backcountry areas where terrain can quickly disorient visitors.
- 7Fresh snow falls across the Alps over two days●Fresh snow across the Alps over the last 2 days. Watch wind loading on lee slopes. Fresh snow alone does not tell the wh
Two days of fresh snow have been recorded across the Alps, prompting avalanche and snow-safety advice. Winter weather watchers are being urged to watch for wind loading on lee slopes, where drifting snow can build unstable slabs. Observers note that fresh snow depth alone does not tell the whole story about snow quality and safety.
- 8Kuiu Opens New Retail Store in Tempe, Arizona▼Kuiu Opens New Retail Store in Tempe, Arizona to Serve Desert Southwest
Outdoor gear brand Kuiu has opened a new retail store in Tempe, Arizona, aiming to better serve customers across the Desert Southwest. The store gives shoppers in the region a physical location to browse the company's hunting and backcountry equipment. The opening signals Kuiu's continued push to expand beyond its direct-to-consumer online roots into brick-and-mortar retail.
- 9Hikers report trail damage around Kersey Lake in the Beartooths●Kersey Lake, in the Beartooth Mountains. A lot of this trail had been a little bit torn up by horses, which was unfortun
A hiker described conditions at Kersey Lake in Montana's Beartooth Mountains, noting that much of the trail had been torn up by horses. The report highlights ongoing concerns about trail wear from pack animals on popular backcountry routes in the range, where visitors share photos of Montana's alpine scenery and discuss how best to protect it.