The first step: How to start backpacking
The first steps for backpacking may be intimidating. Here’s how to get out there, learn and have fun. Read More …
The first steps for backpacking may be intimidating. Here’s how to get out there, learn and have fun. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 27 featuring an article I wrote about gear maintenance with some other excellent articles including one on The Colorado Trail. Read More …
Caching food or other supplies for off-the-beaten trips or even convenience? Surplus ammo boxes are an inexpensive and easy way cache these supplies. Read More …
A (possible) last ski tour for this season. All weather dependent, of course. 🙂 Read More …
Too many choices? Don’t worry too much about it. Just get out there. Read More …
No matter who you are, or how much you know, there is always more to learn in the outdoors. Read More …
Make a guyline tensioner out of pull tab from a can. Light, cheap and easy to use. Read More …
Some much needed outdoor time: Two very different backcountry ski days that spanned the seasons. Read More …
The Power Point presentation about navigation for the long trails. Covers basics that should be known. May be viewed online; no additional software needed. Read More …
Looking for a place off the beaten path and with great night skies? Dark Site Finder is a great website for this purpose. Read More …
Work is bad for your health? In my case, working in an early 21st century office environment has actually been bad for my health. At least this past month. Read More …
Some thoughts on light pollution and how it affects our perception of wildness. Read More …
Some suggested books for the outdoors person that are a wonderful addition to any personal library. Read More …