Father’s Day is a great time to surprise dad with some unique outdoor experiences, some of which may be beyond his normal comfort zone. The Eastern Sierra offers several out-of-the-box opportunities for adventure. Here are just a...

It's finally spring in Mammoth, and the town's record-breaking snowfall is beginning to thaw after a brutal winter which tested even the heartiest local's resolve.  Spring-inspired murals brighten spirits around the still-snow covered town. Severe storms brought more than 700 inches...

The Eastern Sierra has been hammered this season with storm after storm. To date, the town of Mammoth Lakes has received more than 695 inches of snow (more than 57 ft / 17 m) -...

ESAC Center Director and Lead Forecaster Steve Mace tests the snow for weak layers.  Did you know? Avalanche risk is at its greatest 24 hours following a snowfall of 12 inches or more. Mace hits...

Ridge Merino's HQ is in the epicenter of where wild weather patterns converge to create the winter wonderland we call home.  Currently we're in the middle of an atmospheric river, a weather event that's been dumping multiple feet...

Backpacking is a sweaty activity, especially on a hot summer day. In the evening, when it's time to slow down and set up camp, sweaty clothes can chill you to the bone. This makes for an uncomfortable, and...

Being drawn to the big mountains that surround us, Ridge Merino's own Paz Mendelevitch and his buddy Danny Sandoval embarked on a multi-day splitboard adventure into the Ritter Range with the goal of summiting and snowboarding down Mt Ritter. ...

Editor’s Note: Ridge Merino emphasizes that there are many inherent risks in going into the backcountry. Anyone who goes out should have the proper knowledge, equipment, a good partner and a plan that can be...

  It’s the time of year when the days are still short but New Year’s resolutions and goals abound. With fitness and health front-of-mind, it’s a fitting time to see the findings from the annual...