Gaby AvatarGaby Pilson

Gaby is a professional polar guide, wilderness medicine instructor, and freelance writer with a master’s degree in outdoor education. She splits her time between the northern and southern hemispheres, chasing the midnight sun and helping others get outside to experience some of the world’s most beautiful places.

As an outdoor educator, Gaby is passionate about making the outdoors as accessible as possible for anyone looking to get into the mountains or out on the water. She is a certified Polar Guide, an AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider, a NOLS instructor, and an accomplished climbing guide with a penchant for telemark skiing.

When she’s not hanging out with penguins in Antarctica or scouting for polar bears in the Arctic, you can find Gaby backpacking in Wyoming’s Wind River Range or drinking debatably excessive amounts of espresso and reading French existentialism in a quirky café.

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Best Mountaineering Pants For Alpine Adventures

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Whether you’re a dedicated ice climber or a light-and-fast alpinist, you need a quality pair of pants for your adventures. Our guide reviews 7 top mountaineering pants to help you find the perfect pair.

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Best Hikes In Kings Canyon National Park

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Whether you want to walk among giant sequoias or trek into the alpine, Kings Canyon National Park is a must-visit. Our list of the 11 best hiking trails in Kings Canyon has everything you need to plan your next trip.

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What to Wear Hiking in the Spring

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Stoked about your next spring hike but don’t know what to wear? You’re not alone. Check out our layer-by-layer guide to dressing for your spring hiking adventures.

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Can You Melt Snow and Drink It?

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It can be hard to find fresh water while winter camping. Here’s what you need to know about melting snow for drinking water in the great outdoors.