A climber used iPhone's satellite SOS to get rescued from 11,000 feet-proof it's not just a feature, but real-life-saving ...

The Wilderness Act of 1964 established certain areas as "wilderness" It states, "A wilderness, in contrast with those areas ...

A backcountry skier is recovering after getting hurt at 11,000 feet in the Colorado mountains. It happened on on South Diamond Peak in the Cameron Pass area of western Larimer County. Rescue crews ...

These curated articles highlight three dramatic rescue missions in Whatcom County's backcountry during 2025. They ...

Looking back at the event, Connor Ryan said skiers should be scrupulous in their preparation for big days in the backcountry. First-aid kits, rescue sleds and the knowledge to use them are must-haves.

It’s 8 a.m., and I’m rummaging through my pack at the trailhead, finding everything except what I need—mismatched gloves (not mine), a missing binding screw, no skins, and a half-empty White Claw ...

Injured skier has ‘incredible’ self-rescue below Castle Peak With gear failing, a group of four self-rescued out of the backcountry after a catastrophic leg injury. News | Apr 27, 2025. River Stingray ...

Rescue sleds aren't really made by any major manufacturers, but there are great options from Alpine Threadworks and Apocalypse Equipment that are commonly used. Avalanche Beacon: Of course, this one ...

Higinio “Quino” Gonzalez bucked the stereotype of the backcountry guide, immersing himself in opera and languages before he died in an avalanche in Big Cottonwood Canyon on Feb. 8, 2025.

Injured skier has ‘incredible’ self-rescue below Castle Peak With gear failing, a group of four self-rescued out of the backcountry after a catastrophic leg injury. News | Apr 28, 2025. River Stingray ...

Injured skier has ‘incredible’ self-rescue below Castle Peak ... Marieta Bialek is hauled out of the Aspen backcountry after being loaded on a sled the group had stashed at Tagert hut.