Wilderness Medicine
Come as You Are, Babe: Trail Wisdom from Tris Murphy
If you’ve spent any time scrolling through Tris Murphy’s Instagram, you know she isn’t your average hiking guide. Her content…Prepared for the Wild: A Conversation with Wildlife Travel Designer Suzi Eszterhas
For wildlife photographer and travel designer Suzi Eszterhas, a typical workday might take place on the African savanna, in the…
How to Treat a Burn in the Wilderness: A WFA First Aid Guide
Updated June 2026. Reviewed for consistency with current wilderness burn care guidance. Burns are common outdoors. They can happen while…The Outdoor Season: Essential Skills for the Trail and the Backyard
When the Northern California foothills trade their winter brown for vibrant green, the shift is immediate. Suddenly, Saturday mornings are…
The Outdoor Guide to Treating Strains and Sprains
Whether you are navigating a rocky trail, playing a pickup game at the park, or just working on a weekend…
River and Stream Crossing Considerations for Hikers and Backpackers
By Ted Lenzie As spring arrives, mountain snowpack begins to melt, causing rivers and streams to run deep, cold, and…
Everything You Need to Know About Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Courses & Certification
When you explore the remote landscapes of Northern California, the distance between you and the nearest hospital can be measured…Avoiding and Treating Cold Illnesses and Injuries
By Ted Lenzie When we think of cold illness and injuries, most people picture severe hypothermia or deep frostbite. In…Wilderness Wisdom: Hypothermia Reference Guide for Northern California Adventurers
Winter in Northern California can be breathtaking — the sun glinting off Lake Tahoe’s snow-covered slopes, fog weaving through the…
When the Plan Changes: Lessons in Backcountry Leadership
By Ted Lenzie Every great outing starts with an idea: where, when, how, and who. Some adventures take months of…
