Field notes
Mountain Notes & Reviews
Practical activity information and honest, firsthand accounts from days spent in the mountains.
The Quiet Work of a Sunrise Hike
A sunrise summit can begin in darkness, with cold hands and a slower pace than the photos suggest. The best…
October 17, 2026
What a First Snowshoe Day Really Feels Like
Snowshoes make soft snow easier to cross, but they do not make every winter route simple. Here’s what the movement,…
October 17, 2026