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Outdoor Hazard: How to Avoid a Cougar Attack

Cougar attacks are rare, but it pays to play defensively in mountain lion territory. Here, we provide some tips on how to avoid these encounters…

Written by Steve Graepel May 23, 2018

When Fingers Are More Than Cold: Raynaud’s Disease

When do cold fingers and toes become a more serious condition? Raynaud’s disease causes painfully cold, often pale-colored digits.

Written by Steve Graepel February 21, 2018

Sunburn On Your Eyes! Protecting Against Snow Blindness

Despite the cold, winter actually poses serious risks from the sun. Intense solar exposure and reflection off snow can cause temporary blindness. Here are some…

Written by Steve Graepel February 06, 2018

Skier’s Thumb: The Unusually Common Fall Injury

Skier’s thumb occurs when you try and stop a fall with arms outstretched and you land on your pole’s grip. A hyper-extended thumb isn’t an…

Written by Steve Graepel January 29, 2018

Outdoor Hazards: Dislocated Shoulder in the Backcountry

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body – and the most likely to dislocate. What would you do if you dislocated a…

Written by Steve Graepel January 17, 2018

Winter’s Bite: Treating and Avoiding Frostbite

Skin exposed to extreme cold can freeze, posing painful and debilitating injury.

Written by Steve Graepel December 27, 2017

Undetectable Killer: Cooking (or Heating) With Gas in Tents

Odorless, colorless, poisonous: Carbon monoxide is a deadly threat to campers who cook and heat with gas inside tents.

Written by Steve Graepel December 18, 2017

Avoid Knee Injuries While Skiing: Tips to Keep You Healthy

Changing snow conditions, weak legs, skiing above your ability—knee injuries are one of the most common traumas on the slope. Here are some tips to…

Written by Steve Graepel December 12, 2017

Avoid Hypothermia: Tips to Keep You Safe

Cold and wet, the body’s temperature can drop, leading to hypothermia. Here are some tips to stay safe this winter.

Written by Steve Graepel November 28, 2017

Poison Ivy: Spot the Plant, Treat the Rash

Leaves of three, let it be. Poison ivy is easy to spot, especially in fall. Here are some pointers to identify (and treat) poison ivy…

Written by Steve Graepel October 16, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: The Bonk

We caught up with Salomon ultrarunner and coach Max King to learn more about the bonk and how to avoid it.

Written by Steve Graepel September 25, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: Falling Branches

When setting up camp, don’t forget to look up! Falling branches can hit campsites. Their old-school nickname — widowmaker — came about for a very…

Written by Steve Graepel September 15, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: Wildfires

If a wildfire were to ignite while you were hiking, would you know what to do? Learn what to do in a wildfire when you’re…

Written by Steve Graepel September 08, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: Flash Flood

Hell in high water, floods are a leading cause of death in the outdoors. Here are some pointers to play it safe.

Written by Steve Graepel September 01, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: Rattlesnakes

It’s been a hot year. And in many areas, that means snakes! Here are some tips to identify and avoid rattlesnakes.

Written by Steve Graepel August 25, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: Viewing The Total Eclipse

The total eclipse is coming to America. Are you ready?

Written by Steve Graepel August 18, 2017

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