Colorado outdoor issues and concerns
Some issues and concerns for Colorado backpacking, hiking, and camping that may not be readily apparent. Read More …
Year: 2017
Trip planning with Google Maps
The Google Maps satellite view is a very useful tool for trip planning. At least it has been for me. Read More …
Survival Coffee
A socially acceptable chemical stimulant to increase my time bank funds when driving to a trailhead late at night. Read More …
Introducing the Quick and Dirty Hiking Guides
Introducing the first two eBooks in the “Quick and Dirty” Hiking Guides co-authored with Cam Honan of The Hiking Life. Read More …
TBT Gear: Feathered Friends Hummingbird
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. Read More …
S24O: Lakes and Ridge
A quick overnighter to keep work related stress in check a bit. Read More …
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot: $40 Utility bucket?
A new one even for me: A $40 plastic utility bucket being praised by an outdoor gear blog? Cripe. Read More …
TBT Gear: SMD Wild Oasis
A look back at an older shelter that is very versatile. And one I am thinking of cycling back in for some planned trips with possible mixed conditions. Read More …
More musings on Whitman
Some later night woolgathering again on Whitman. The last for a while. 🙂 Read More …
Wonderful Wildflowers
The mountain landscapes are impressive. I still love me some wildflowers, though. Read More …
The Colorado RV & Boat Show
A phenomenon that is becoming more common in Colorado. Read More …
How to do a fast hike
How to do a fast hike? The real question is how to hike all day consistently. And then repeat. Here are some ideas. Read More …
Sangres Saunter
Three days in the Colorado Sangres. Ridge walking delight! Read More …
Paying off some Technical Debt on PMags.com
A few changes this past month on my website. Some changes are aesthetic. Some are technical. But they needed to be done. Read More …
Gear Review – Chainmate Pocket Chainsaw
A relatively light, very portable, effective, and just plain fun tool for trail maintenance. With some loppers and a Silky, a good basic tool kit is complete. Read More …
Thoughts on this #EPIC PCT snow year
Some thoughts about hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in the current snow conditions. Read More …
Gear review: Bank line for cord
A strong and inexpensive alternative to both paracord and traditional outdoor accessory cord. Read More …
Gear review: Lightspeed Camp Sleep Pad
Long term review of a sleeping pad typically sold at Costco in the spring and summer. Comfortable, high R-value, durable, and reasonable in price. Read More …