This video details how you can work through the Magazine Cover design task. It details how to work in different layers, use the Pen and Type Tool, and create an ordered and clear magazine cover. This is not to be copied but can be used as a template.
2:22 - Creating your Background
8:00 - Creating Hiking related imagery
12:50 - Creating Subheadings
16:24 - Creating your Main Headings
19:20 - Adding finer touches