State Of The Backcountry

The leaves are changing, and the snow will be flying before we know it! I’m super excited to share guiding plans for the 2018-2019 season! As always, be in touch if any of these trips interest you- brennan@iceaxe.org -or feel free to ...

This Saturday, join with thousands of others across the country and world to demand action on climate, jobs, and justice. As A Tahoe resident, Reno is our closest rallying point: Rise for Climate March- Reno Start: September 08, 2018 • 10:00 AM Virginia ...

Check out the latest F-stop Stories piece about an epic day of electric bike riding, wildflower hiking, steep snow climbing and riding, with an alpine lake swim and proper apres in the Sierra. ADAPT OR DIE:  NEW TECHNOLOGY ON A ...

This summer, the International League of Conservation Photographers (iLCP) supported several creatives to raise awareness of the issues threatening the Arctic Refuge. Check out some of their stories by following the # on social media. As part of a separate adventure, but ...

I am headed back to the Arctic Refuge this month, to what I and many others consider one of the last great wild places left on Earth. While I look forward to time with my Gwich’in friends in Arctic Village, ...

I wrote this piece to build a bridge. I sincerely hope a plan can be drafted and implemented that works for the greater backcountry community. From the RGJ: As a 16-year Tahoe local, I’ve always enjoyed catching up with people ...

Had the chance to speak with the Cooler Earth podcast team recently. We had an interesting check in on all things related to the Arctic Refuge. It’s worth the 20 minute listen, check it out here. In the meantime, I’m ...

Our pirate ship is anchored in the fjord with not another soul around. Yes I said pirate ship. The scene is so idyllic it barely seems real. The beach is covered in seaweed, and the strong scents of saltwater permeate ...