FIELD NOTES
Guides, stories, and observations from the places and culture that shape Habilis.
Big Bend, the Border & the Future of a National Park
Big Bend National Park has always been shaped by what lies beyond its borders. From an unrealized international park to returning black bears, the Rio Grande and the community of Boquillas, its history reveals a landscape deeply connected to Mexico—and raises new questions about its future.
The Buttermilks: Climbing, History & a Guide to Buttermilk Country
West of Bishop, enormous granite boulders sit beneath the eastern Sierra Nevada. A field guide to the Buttermilks, from Smoke Blanchard and the origins of “Buttermilking” to modern bouldering, geology, climbing seasons and the history of Buttermilk Country.
Why We Make What We Make
Habilis started with a simple idea: make things connected to the places that stay with us. A look at the experiences, design decisions and sometimes slow process behind what we make—and why the place still comes first.
After the Last Chair
Mammoth has been one of the West’s great ski mountains for generations, but its après-ski culture developed differently from places like Aspen, Park City and Vail. From early nightlife and the condo boom to the Village and today’s gatherings on the mountain, After the Last Chair looks at how geography, development and generations of Southern California visitors shaped what happens when the lifts stop turning.
Vintage-Inspired Outdoor Style for Everyday Wear
A closer look at the Habilis approach to vintage-inspired outdoor style — relaxed graphic tees, softened layering, trail-influenced utility, and everyday clothing designed to feel just as natural in town as it does on the road.
What to Wear to National Parks (A Practical + Timeless Guide)
Not sure what to wear to national parks? This practical guide covers simple layering, essential gear, and versatile outfit ideas to keep you comfortable on the trail and beyond.
The Forgotten Outdoor Movement: The History of the Camp Fire Girls
Long before modern outdoor brands, national park road trips, and hiking culture filled social media feeds, there was another movement encouraging Americans—especially young people—to build a relationship with nature. It was called the Camp Fire Girls.