The Alpine Journal

Avalanche Safety in 2026. What Recent Tragedies Teach Us About Forecasts, Terrain, and Rescue
Avalanche Safety in 2026. What Recent Tragedies Teach Us About Forecasts, Terrain, and Rescue
January 15, 2026

Avalanche Safety in 2026. What Recent Tragedies Teach Us About Forecasts, Terrain, and Rescue

Educational resource only. This is not a substitute for your local avalanche forecast, resort operations...
Winter Trail Wildlife Encounters: How to Stay Safe Without Stressing Animals
Winter Trail Wildlife Encounters: How to Stay Safe Without Stressing Animals
January 8, 2026

Winter Trail Wildlife Encounters: How to Stay Safe Without Stressing Animals

Winter turns the whole map into a narrow hallway. Plowed pullouts, packed skintracks, groomed paths....
2026 National Park Pass Changes, Digital Passes, New Nonresident Fees, and Fee-Free Days Explained
2026 National Park Pass Changes, Digital Passes, New Nonresident Fees, and Fee-Free Days Explained
January 1, 2026

2026 National Park Pass Changes, Digital Passes, New Nonresident Fees, and Fee-Free Days Explained

If you’re planning a 2026 park mission, the rules changed on January 1, 2026, and...
Bozeman Basecamp: Huckleberry Dark Cocoa
Bozeman Basecamp: Huckleberry Dark Cocoa
December 31, 2025

Bozeman Basecamp: Huckleberry Dark Cocoa

Dark cocoa with espresso snap and huckleberry finish. A Bozeman-inspired après mug for winter nights...
Bozeman Basecamp: Bootpack Broth
Bozeman Basecamp: Bootpack Broth
December 31, 2025

Bozeman Basecamp: Bootpack Broth

A Bozeman-built thermos miso broth for ski tours and cold transitions. Salty, spicy, and stays...
AR Ski Goggles and Mesh Radios: The Smart Gear Upgrade No One’s Talking About (Yet)
AR Ski Goggles and Mesh Radios: The Smart Gear Upgrade No One’s Talking About (Yet)
December 12, 2025

AR Ski Goggles and Mesh Radios: The Smart Gear Upgrade No One’s Talking About (Yet)

There’s a quiet tech revolution unfolding in the skin track and the sidecountry gate, and...
Best Heated Gear for Static vs. Active Use: Gloves, Vests, and Insoles Ranked
Best Heated Gear for Static vs. Active Use: Gloves, Vests, and Insoles Ranked
December 5, 2025

Best Heated Gear for Static vs. Active Use: Gloves, Vests, and Insoles Ranked

Standing still in 10°F on a frozen sideline is not the same as grinding up...
How to Fat Bike on Groomed Nordic Trails Without Getting Kicked Off
How to Fat Bike on Groomed Nordic Trails Without Getting Kicked Off
November 28, 2025

How to Fat Bike on Groomed Nordic Trails Without Getting Kicked Off

Fat biking on Nordic trails? Don’t ruin your welcome. Learn the winter trail etiquette, tire...
Skimo vs. Backcountry Touring: What’s the Difference and Which Setup Wins in 2025?
Skimo vs. Backcountry Touring: What’s the Difference and Which Setup Wins in 2025?
November 20, 2025

Skimo vs. Backcountry Touring: What’s the Difference and Which Setup Wins in 2025?

Skimo and backcountry touring both conquer the uphill, but in very different ways. Learn the...
La Niña 2025-26 Winter Forecast: Where To Point Your Skis, Boards, And Tools
La Niña 2025-26 Winter Forecast: Where To Point Your Skis, Boards, And Tools
November 16, 2025

La Niña 2025-26 Winter Forecast: Where To Point Your Skis, Boards, And Tools

La Niña is sliding back into the chat for winter 2025-26. It looks weak on...
Sub-40°F Rides: Heated Insoles + Layering for Early-Winter Cycling (Hands, Core, Feet)
Sub-40°F Rides: Heated Insoles + Layering for Early-Winter Cycling (Hands, Core, Feet)
October 28, 2025

Sub-40°F Rides: Heated Insoles + Layering for Early-Winter Cycling (Hands, Core, Feet)

Beat cold feet. See how to set up heated insoles and dial layers for 20–45°F...
Farm Camping Is Booming: What to Pack for Your First Agritourism Stay (Lighting, Sleep, Camp Kitchen)
Farm Camping Is Booming: What to Pack for Your First Agritourism Stay (Lighting, Sleep, Camp Kitchen)
October 21, 2025

Farm Camping Is Booming: What to Pack for Your First Agritourism Stay (Lighting, Sleep, Camp Kitchen)

The next wave of camping isn’t in national parks or forests, it’s on farms. Real...