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Our Backyard Wilderness

Posted onDecember 9, 2019December 9, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

We don’t have to go far to get a bit of remote-feeling wildness near our home. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsMoab, utah, Wilderness Study Area

Review – Zoner Photo X

Posted onDecember 6, 2019December 6, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

If you want an affordable Abode Lightroom alternative or better support and smoother operation than GIMP, get Zoner Photo X. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsgear review, software

Above the Rim in Arches National Park

Posted onDecember 6, 2019December 6, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Joan and I spent some quiet post-Thanksgiving hiking off-the-beaten-path in Arches National Park. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsArches National Park, Moab, utah

The Joy of Car Camping – Base Camping for the active outdoors person

Posted onDecember 5, 2019December 5, 2019AuthorPaul Mags19 Comments

An extensive guide to car camping. Includes suggested equipment, clothing, gear and a gear checklist. Read More …

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagscar camping

Another Contest: Backpacking for Beginners Giveaway

Posted onDecember 4, 2019December 4, 2019AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

I’ll be giving away two copies of this book. Tell me about a beginner backpacker in your life and why they might like this book. Read More …

CategoriesBooks and Media, Getting Started, PMags NewsTagsbeginners, books

Long Term Review: Champion Brand Wind Pants (Target)

Posted onDecember 3, 2019December 5, 2019AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Some “shell” pants for winter use. Discount store wind pants are inexpensive, light, and effective. And I’ve used the same pair for nearly a decade. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagscheap outdoor gear, clothing, gear review, rain gear, winter

Mags Moab-based Media Musings

Posted onDecember 3, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Some media appearances in the Moab area for the curious. Read More …

CategoriesPressTagsbooks, library, podcast, radio

Giveaway Winners: Wanderlust USA by Cam Honan

Posted onDecember 2, 2019December 2, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

The winners of the Wanderlust USA giveaway. Read More …

CategoriesBooks and Media, PMags NewsTagsbooks, Cam Honan

From the web – Dec 2nd

Posted onDecember 2, 2019December 2, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Have some leftover pumpkin pie, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and peruse the latest batch from Da Web. Read More …

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Thanksgiving 2019 – Zion and Bryce Canyon

Posted onDecember 1, 2019December 1, 2019AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Thanksgiving spent with the Boulder Clan with a bonus trip to Fremont Indian State Park beforehand, too. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsBryce Canyon, Thanksgiving, utah, Zion National Park

Quick Tip: Firearms oil for pole maintenance

Posted onNovember 28, 2019November 28, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

With oil used to lubricate and clean firearms and some simple scrub brushes, you’ll keep your hiking and ski poles in optimal condition. Read More …

CategoriesGear, Getting Started, Quick TipsTagsgear maintenance, poles

Some thoughts: Brave New West by Jim Stiles

Posted onNovember 22, 2019November 22, 2019AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Some of my thoughts on “Brave New West” by Jim Stiles. If you are interested in the future trajectory of “The West”, I suggest giving this a book a read. Read More …

CategoriesBooks and MediaTagsbooks, Ray Jardine

STCT USB Headlight – The poor person’s Nitecore

Posted onNovember 21, 2019November 21, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

The STCT USB Headlight is a $17 headlamp with 145 Lumens and high water resistance that boasts similar features of more expensive models. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagscheap outdoor gear, gear review, lights

Giveaway: Wanderlust USA by Cam Honan

Posted onNovember 20, 2019November 22, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

I’ll be giving away two copies of the latest book by Cam Honan: Wanderlust USA by Gestalten. Tell me your best outdoor volunteering story for 2019. Read More …

CategoriesBooks and Media, PMags NewsTagsbooks, Cam Honan

Doing it like a local

Posted onNovember 20, 2019November 20, 2019AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

I am taking Moab’s “Do it like a local” campaign to heart. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsdo it like a local, Moab, utah

The Budget Backpacking Kit

Posted onNovember 19, 2019November 27, 2019AuthorPaul Mags18 Comments

A sequel of sorts to my $300 gear challenge. A little under $800 for a kit that is light, functional, and easily, assembled. Read More …

CategoriesGear, Getting StartedTagscheap outdoor gear, gear list, Six Moon Designs

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