I had been at Boy Scout camp for two days when I wandered into the survival skills area and had my mind blown. In a clearing in the Wisconsin woods, there sat about two dozen tween and teenage Scouts.

Discover 5 essential backpacking survival tricks to help you conquer long-distance trails safely and efficiently. Tips for every hiker! #Backpacking #SurvivalTips #LongDistanceHiking Rep. Elise ...

If you head out onto the trails, into the backcountry, or to any remote area, making a plan and itinerary — and sharing it — is the most important safety measure you can take, above any piece of gear ...

Backpacker magazine has launched "The Backpacker Survival School" iPad app, giving users essential interactive audio/visual survival advice. Caught in an avalanche? Attacked by a bear? Here's your ...