Arming yourself with knowledge is the first step. Packing for the adventure is the next. Here’s a comprehensive—but not exhaustive—list of items I recommend taking along on your next backcountry ski ...

This is the time to be pouring over maps, studying the slopes you’d like to ski, and chatting with the friends you hope to shred with this season. POWDER Editor John Stifter and the author, Snowbird ...

The more time you spend pursuing a skill, the better you get. So you can bet that an elite skier like 2023 Men’s Freeride World Tour Rider of the Year Max Hitzig has spent a lot of time touring ...

Following a comprehensive guide to backcountry camping is one of the safest ways for a beginner to get from sitting on their couch to backpacking through the wilderness. Otherwise, you risk venturing ...

Powder days loom large in the lore of ski culture, so much so that savvy employers have started offering paid time off for employees to shred the slopes. But with lift lines lengthening and headline ...

Outdoor gear, especially for winter activities like skiing and snowboarding, can be a big investment. If you’re looking to upgrade these winter essentials at a discount, look no further than ...