River & Mountain Sports

CHIN UP, EYES FORWARD

Novice skiers often have a tendency to stare at the tips of their skis as they careen down the mountain. This is a habit that must be broken early ...

DIVINE DRY BAGS

Dry bags are absolutely indispensable on overnight canoe trips. These waterproof bags are relatively inexpensive and can be the difference between a ...

GET A LESSON -- IT MIGHT JUST SAVE YOUR TIBIA

If you have never skied or snowboarded before, you should definitely start out with a beginners' lesson taught by a certified instructor. This is ...

DO AS THE BOY SCOUTS DO

Snowshoeing or cross-country skiing can be the most serene yet invigorating ways to experience winter. But it's always a good idea to be prepared ...

PAUSE ON THE BACKCAST

Fly rods can be extremely frustrating and unwieldy in novice hands. One of the most important parts of a successful cast is letting the line ...

LEAN FORWARD FOR MORE CONTROL

Though it may seem counterintuitive at first, you should always lean your weight slightly forward when downhill skiing. Most of your weight should ...

GLANCING THROUGH THE GLADES

When skiing or riding through glades, always keep your head up and your eyes focused on where you want to go. If there is a tight squeeze between ...