An overview: Grand Obsession Posted on August 15, 2017 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓ An overview of Grand Obsession: Harvey Butchart and the Exploration of Grand Canyon. A book about an iconic Grand Canyon legend.
Lightweight Backpacking: REI Style Posted on August 10, 2017 by Paul Mags — 23 Comments ↓ Going lightweight (sub-20lbs) with typical gear and clothing from REI.
A visitor from back East Posted on August 9, 2017 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓ A friend of mine from Rhode Island paid a visit. We did manage to get in some outdoor time in some lesser known areas in Colorado.
Quick and Dirty Hiking Guides: Devils Thumb sampler Posted on August 4, 2017 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓ A sample hike from the Quick and Dirty Hiking Guides: 12 Classic Hikes in Colorado. This sample hike for downloading details the Devil’s Thumb Loop.
New Fangled Ultralight Backpacking Posted on August 2, 2017 by Paul Mags — 26 Comments ↓ This lightweight “backpacking fad” is not that new or a fad. Despite what some people may state.
Colorado outdoor issues and concerns Posted on July 31, 2017 by Paul Mags — 13 Comments ↓ Some issues and concerns for Colorado backpacking, hiking, and camping that may not be readily apparent.
Trip planning with Google Maps Posted on July 28, 2017 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓ The Google Maps satellite view is a very useful tool for trip planning. At least it has been for me.
Survival Coffee Posted on July 26, 2017 by Paul Mags — 5 Comments ↓ A socially acceptable chemical stimulant to increase my time bank funds when driving to a trailhead late at night.
Introducing the Quick and Dirty Hiking Guides Posted on July 25, 2017 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓ Introducing the first two eBooks in the “Quick and Dirty” Hiking Guides co-authored with Cam Honan of The Hiking Life.
TBT Gear: Feathered Friends Hummingbird Posted on July 20, 2017 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓ I am loaning out this classic sleeping bag for a little bit. Some musings on why a sleeping bag or quilt is not an item to dirt bag if the budget permits.
