Columbia Whirlibird

Learn what clothing and gear you’ll need to wear skiing or snowboarding. We cover the basics: from underwear to jacket and from head to toe.

Buying a winter jacket and pants for kids can be challenging. Learn about features to look for and how to keep kids warm and dry in cold weather.

Learn which clothes to bring backpacking in order to keep your pack light while making sure you'll have everything you need.

Learn how to test your rainwear’s durable water repellent (DWR) coating and how to revive existing DWR or apply new DWR.

Learn how to dress your child for comfort while outdoors.

Learn how to apply a simple patch to your down jacket to prevent insulation from escaping from tears or small holes.