Champagne Gate – Scott Jurek’s AT FKT
Some thoughts on Scott Jurek’s recent FKT on the Appalachian Trail and the fall out from his champagne toast. Read More …
Year: 2015
Simplicity
Above all else, I think the concept of simplicity is what I find most appealing in the outdoors. Read More …
Mt Evans Wilderness Trail Work – July 2015
Some trail work with Friends of Mt. Evans and Lost Creek Wilderness. Read More …
An empty can makes the most noise
An empty can makes the most noise. A wise saying to remind myself about from time to time. Read More …
Trip planning and logistics info
Here are some links so you can plan out a great hiking vacation! Read More …
The Trail Show #37 – The Hot Springs Trail
The Trail Show #37 featuring the Hot Springs Trail. Read More …
On an electronic leash…
No outdoor fun for me this weekend. I’m on an electronic leash. Read More …
Smart Phone Camera Photography
Some thoughts on smart phone camera photography. Read More …
Mt Evans Wilderness Walkabout
A quick weekend backpack with my buddy Josh. Read More …
Kia Sorento cargo shelf
A cargo shelf for our 2005 Kia Sorento. Read More …
Wild Rivers Recreation Area – Rio Grande del Norte NM
A trip to the Wild Rivers Recreation Area in the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. Followed by a trip to Taos. Read More …
Frogg Toggs UltraLite2 Rain Suit (DriDucks)
Light, functional and inexpensive rain gear: Frogg Toggs UltraLite2 Rain Suit (DriDucks) Read More …
How to find a good campsite
Some tips and ideas to find a campsite that is comfortable, away from the crowds and less critter prone. Read More …
Sloppy Hiking Fun – Lost Creek Wilderness
An overnight backpacking trip in the Lost Creek Wilderness in the Wigwam Park area. Read More …
Bear and Critter Concerns : What to do?
Concerns about bears or critters? Here are some suggestions to avoid conflict with them. Read More …
PSA : Alcohol and Esbit stoves banned in RMNP
Another example of a government agency being leery of alcohol and solid fuel stoves. Will other agencies follow? Read More …
Quick Tip : Water bottles as ice packs
Have a lot of water bottles accumulated? Use them as quick and dirty ice packs! Read More …
Filthy Lucre
The phenomenon of people criticizing others from profiting on the outdoors. Read More …