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The Unlikely Trend of Trucker Hats

The Unlikely Trend of Trucker Hats

Chris Hammock
April 20, 2017

Trucker hats and their head-topping ilk are a staple outdoor style trend, one represented in force across the country. Trucker hats are the instant outdoor look creator — you can wear something inside...

Opinion: The Price I Paid for "Trespassing" on Public Lands

Opinion: The Price I Paid for “Trespassing” on Public Lands

Chris Hammock
April 17, 2017

Arguably, there is no recreational activity more simple than walking outside. There’s no money, skills, or gear required besides a pair of shoes and maybe a walking stick and water bottle. That’s why...

9 Tips for the Perfect Adventure Crew

9 Tips for the Perfect Adventure Crew

Chris Hammock
March 14, 2017

Whether it’s on the first ascent of an isolated mountain or on a chill car camping excursion for the weekend, the people around you can make or break a trip. You can’t change much about the core personalities...

Paragliding with Braedin Butler, a Family Tradition

Paragliding with Braedin Butler, a Family Tradition

Chris Hammock
March 9, 2017

Some say they’re adrenaline junkies, and some say they’re idiots asking for death. To us, they are adventure seekers living the dream. We took a look into the niche world of paragliding through a firsthand...

How to: Stay Dry

How to: Stay Dry

Chris Hammock
February 13, 2017

Spring-like, 60 degree days in February and March are absolutely beautiful. Don't be fooled by the sunlight, though, the weather can turn from snow to rain quickly and destroy your day if you are caught...

How I Ended up in Cranbrook, B.C.

How I Ended up in Cranbrook, B.C.

Chris Hammock
February 2, 2017

The reality of what we had gotten ourselves into only hit me at the tiny, remote border crossing in Roosville, MT. After politely informing the Canadian border patrol agent that our travel plans were to...

Gear Review: Aura Optics Nimbus Goggle

Gear Review: Aura Optics Nimbus Goggle

Chris Hammock
January 17, 2017

I tend to skimp out when it comes to the quality of my ski goggles. I’ve never thought too much about the plastic over my face and never wanted to drop big sums of money for a good pair, stubbornly sticking...

Weekend escape: Bridger Bowl, MT

Weekend escape: Bridger Bowl, MT

Chris Hammock
January 5, 2017

For the last six years, I’ve had a low-priority objective of trying out new ski areas in Montana. After people filled my ear with good things about Bridger Bowl just north of Bozeman, I figured it was...

Frozen Blackmore Lake, up Hyalite Canyon near Bozeman, Montana

How to: Not fall into a frozen lake

Chris Hammock
December 16, 2016

Chances are, if you’re outside this winter, you’ll encounter a frozen body of water. Here are a few items you should check off your list before you step onto the ice. Take stock of the general...

Watch: Pass or Fail–Swimming in the Salt Lake

Watch: Pass or Fail–Swimming in the Salt Lake

Chris Hammock
December 2, 2016

The Wasatch Magazine staff tests out swimming in the Great Salt Lake in an attempt to dispel the negative rumors locals seem to hold on the lake. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AeddEZQlJ-Q

Insider's Guide to Snowbird

Insider’s Guide to Snowbird

Chris Hammock
November 28, 2016

With 2,500 skiable acres, Snowbird is the biggest of the four Cottonwood Canyon ski areas. The majority of the runs (38 percent) are blue, 27 percent are green and 35 percent are black runs. As for other...

Watch: Wasatch crew camps near Strawberry River

Watch: Wasatch crew camps near Strawberry River

Chris Hammock
November 17, 2016

The Wasatch team got together for a camping trip at the Strawberry River near Heber. Watch the fun!

The Real Reason Locals Don’t Swim in the Salt Lake

The Real Reason Locals Don’t Swim in the Salt Lake

Chris Hammock
November 8, 2016

The Great Salt Lake: the largest lake in the Great Basin, the namesake of Salt Lake City, and the body of water everyone ignores just northwest of town. In the summer, the lake reeks of rotting brine shrimp...

Photo credit: Chris Hammock

Climbing in Wild Iris

Chris Hammock
September 22, 2016
I was never told how much pain and blood there would be.
Smartphones Outside: A Debate

Smartphones Outside: A Debate

Chris Hammock
September 19, 2016

There’s nothing quite like the rush of finding yourself in just the right spot with 10 minutes of perfect light, knowing the picture you are taking on your phone is going to look great on the Internet....

WATCH: Road Tripping From Montana to Mount Rainier

WATCH: Road Tripping From Montana to Mount Rainier

Chris Hammock
September 6, 2016

Follow along on this road trip as we head out from Missoula, Montana to backpack Hidden Lake Lookout in North Cascades National Park, to be tourists in Vancouver, British Columbia/Seattle, Washington and...

Sacajawea Peak: Montana Mountain Goats and Sunset Summits

Sacajawea Peak: Montana Mountain Goats and Sunset Summits

Chris Hammock
June 27, 2016
Chasing sunsets on Montana's Sacajawea Peak turned when something else started chasing us.
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