Douglas Adams on flowers
The late author Douglas Adams had a memorable view of the wonders of nature put succinctly in one sentence. Read More …
Month: April 2017
The Tahoe Rim Trail – A change of view
Why the Tahoe Rim Trail was my second most important lettered route hike. Why? This hike started the change in how I view time spent in the outdoors. Read More …
Wildcat Hills – Oregon Trail exploration
A little Oregon Trail exploration in the Wildcat Hills of Nebraska. Read More …
Gear evolution for backpacking: Then vs. Now
What gear I take for three-season backpacking trips, or even how I backpack, has evolved over the years. Here are some differences from now vs. then. Read More …
Snotel Snow Water Equivalent maps
A quick and easy way to eyeball Colorado snowpack conditions for your trip planning. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 33
Trail Groove Issue 33 with a great write up of the Wind River Obscure Route. Read More …
Dating – The Interview
Some Friday humor that is non-outdoors related. Read More …
Gear Review: M65 jacket liner
Another inexpensive and effective surplus store special. Read More …
Buying gear is a ticket to adventure???
An email had the subject line of: Buying gear is like buying a ticket to adventure. Huh??? Read More …
The Golden Gauntlet
An ~25 miles and 4500′ gain hike within the town of Golden, CO. A mix of single track, bike paths, and road walking. Read More …
Gear review: Point6 light mini-crew socks
Socks. A boring piece gear. But critical. Over the past two years, I’ve become impressed with the Point6 brand. Read More …
What is spiritual?
Some cold medicine induced wool-gathering. Read More …
Outdoor Tattoos
My outdoor tattoos. Of sorts. Read More …