AMC Outdoors Archives, Learn How

Here we index some of the great articles that have appeared online in past issues of AMC Outdoors. We will add new links to this page regularly, so check back!

Our monthly "Learn How" column offers how-to skills for the great outdoors.

Fire Light	Create a stove from soda cans. (May 2008)
Pole Position	Canoeing without a paddle. (April 2008)
Photo Tips from a Pro	How to bring home that great view from your next adventure. (April 2008)
On Call	Managing a backcountry emergency. (March 2008)
Walking Points	Sharpen your crampon skills. (January/February 2008)
Powder House	Trade in that tent for a snowy substitute. (December 2007)
Caching In	Let the satellites—and environmental sensibility—lead you to a hidden treasure. (November 2007)
Getting the Ax	Chopping firewood is all brain, not brawn. (October 2007)
Be Your Own Weatherman	Identify environmental clues during inclement weather. (September 2007)
Cast Away	A fly fishing primer to land the big one. (July/August 2007)
The Joy of Cooking	Channel your inner gourmand. (June 2007)
The Wet Exit	You've just flipped your kayak. Now what? (May 2007)
On Point	Chart your location in the outdoors. (April 2007)
Food Under Foot	Forage for edible plants. (March 2007)
How Sweet It Is	Do-it-yourself maple syrup. (January/February 2007)
When Jack Frost Nips Too Hard	Prevent, recognize and treat frostbite. (December 2006)
Look Sharp	Hone your skills with an ice axe. (November 2006)
Your Own True North	Keep those map and compass skills fresh, so you stay found (October 2006)
Trip of a Lifetime?	Choose the right adventure guide. (September 2006)
Pack Up Your Troubles	Gear-loading tips for comfier, happier hiking. (July/August 2006)
The Ruff Guide	5 tips for safe and happy hikes with your dog. (June 2006)
Walk This Way, I Think	Are you outdoor leadership material? (May 2006)
Making Tracks	A hiker's guide to trail running. (April 2006)