Backcountry in the Berkshires: Mount Greylock’s Thunderbolt Trail
The Start
Mount Greylock is the highest peak in Massachusetts and it’s home to the very popular Thunderbolt Trail. I’d done this itinrary a few...
Skiing Meade Mountain in the Adirondacks
A backcountry ski tour in the Southern Adirondacks
An Ode to Sliding on Snow
When I made the decision to move from Breckenridge to New Paltz, in New York’s Hudson Valley, I assumed I was leaving epic mountains...
Splitboarding in Northern Vermont
Splitboarding in Northern Vermont
Watch: Gear 101: Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding
Paragon Sports ski expert Marcin joins Mappy Hour to chat gear for the backcountry.
Marcin dives into:
Ski/Snowboard boots for touring/splitboardingSki/snowboard bindings for touring/splitboardingSkis/snowboards for...
In the Age of Covid-19, Backcountry Ski Touring Is the Perfect Escape
When we arrived at the trailhead, cars filled the eight available parking spots that I expected would be empty. “We should’ve gone somewhere else,”...
Watch: Skiing Uphill: An intro to skinning
Writer and skier Matt Lucas joins us for a night dedicated to the celebration of skiing uphill. From the history of skiing for travel...
Watch: Best Backcountry Skiing in the Northeast with Author David Goodman
Looking for an alternative to ski resort crowds? Find out why backcountry skiing is now the fastest growing winter sport and learn where to...
Watch: How to Start Backcountry Skiing
How do you start exploring the backcountry? What skills, gear and resources do you need before heading out?
Backcountry skier and NOLS ambassador Marko...
Resource Playlist: Backcountry Skiing in the Northeast
A playlist of resources for backcountry ski touring in the Northeast
