hiking hazards

9 hazards you definitely can’t outrun on a hike – and what to do instead

Being an experienced and skilled hiker doesn’t just mean knowing how to take a bearing or use crampons – it means keeping yourself and others as safe as possible

How big of a risk are hazard trees for hikers, and what can you do to avoid falling trees and tree limbs on the trail?

What is heatstroke? We look at the risks of hiking in hot weather and consider how to approach it safely

What are rockslides? We examine this backcountry geological hazard and how you can stay safe