Latest about Safety
Are tent heaters safe? What every camper needs to know when warming their shelters
We take a closer look at the benefits, risks and safety rules when firing up a heater to keep warm under canvas
Horrified hiker watches as friend is dragged off trail by aggressive bear in Japanese forest
A 26-year-old man was attacked while descending a mountain on the Shiretoko Peninsula in Hokkaido
Garmin inReach Mini 2 review: I'm lucky I didn't need this tiny, life-saving gadget at Everest Base Camp – but I wouldn't go without it
Garmin is the gold standard of satellite communicators, and this device helps you head into the backcountry with confidence
How to light a fire: your step-by-step guide to getting a campfire going every time
Master the art of building and lighting a fire in the wild with our expert tips. Plus, get to grips with our jargon buster
Hiking essentials: the indispensable gear you need for long days hiking in the wilderness
Suit up and hit the trails with our picks of the best equipment to help you trek comfortably and safely
Teen hiker recovering in an induced coma after altitude hallucinations caused him to fall 120 feet in the Sierra Nevada
The father of Zane Wach, 14, says hallucinations prompted his son to question whether he was dreaming before he fell from a Mount Whitney cliff
"Planning and preparation is absolutely key" - mountain rescuers issue warning after they answered during a string of call-outs over the weekend
Volunteers from the Langdale and Ambleside Mountain Rescue Team responded to seven incidents over just three days
Yosemite worker who died in rock climbing fall identified as high school grad who "found joy in feeling small beneath towering cliffs"
The 18-year-old fell to his death in a popular Yosemite climbing area
