Snow blindness (formally referred to as photokeratitis) is sunburn of the eyes caused by the sun’s UV rays. Snow blindness becomes more of a problem at higher altitudes and in polar regions, though it doesn’t require … Read more
Sometimes when we think of frostbite, we think of toes and fingers turning black and falling off. This type of frostbite can lead to an amputation, but it’s not that is common among hikers. However, … Read more
Simply put, hypothermia happens when the body loses heat faster than it can generate it. If the body loses too much heat and can’t be brought back to normal, the results could be fatal. Body … Read more
Winter is an extra dangerous time for winter hiking. Extra caution must be taken from the very beginning of the planning stages, to gear selection, to bringing the right gear, and being extra careful when … Read more
