Lightweight Backpacking: BassPro and Cabela’s
Going lightweight (sub-20lbs) with gear and clothing from BassPro and Cabela’s. Yes, the 8 billion dollar company sells “real” outdoor gear not in camo! Read More …
Year: 2019
New volunteer gig – Archaeological Site Stewardship
We had a training weekend for Utah’s archaeology site stewardship program. Read More …
From the web – Oct 8th
As fall goes into full swing, here are some interesting items from the past two weeks or so. Read More …
Quick Tip: Dishwashing gloves for rain
A budget item that is readily available for keeping your hands warm and dry in cold rain. Read More …
PMags Schwag from Cafe Press
Want to buy some stickers, t-shirts, magnets, or even pint glasses? Check out the Cafe Press store. Read More …
GPS Essentials app
Another free app that I find very useful. Read More …
Website of the Week – TrailGroove Magazine Premium
I’ve looked at TrailGroove Magazine before. Here are some benefits of getting a premium subscription. Read More …
Hands-free umbrella rigging
Joan shares her techniques for using an umbrella hands-free. Bonus: She also shares some unique, and colorful, alternative uses for an umbrella, too! Read More …
From the web – Sept 23rd
I’m back in Moab. And time to share some interesting tidbits from the outdoor world again. Read More …
Quick Tip: Read the National Park Service Jr Ranger books
The NPS Junior Ranger books are an excellent way to learn the biology, geology, and history of a national park unit quickly, accurately, and in a fun manner. Read More …
Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Silver Shadow carbon umbrella
Joan reviews this 6.8 oz (193g) carbon fiber shaft umbrella after many miles of hiking in Utah, Nevada, and on the PCT. Read More …
Introducing something new: guest posts from Joan
I am pleased to announce that Joan plans to contribute some articles on a regular basis. Read More …
Gear Review: Toaks titanium alcohol stove cook system
A light and efficient stove system suitable for solo use. But it is the Siphon Stove itself that most impressed me. Read More …
Food Review: “Eat Your Coffee” snack bars
Snack bars; with a caffeine buzz. Read More …
A journey in the Land of Entrapment – Overall NNML Thoughts
A summary of my experience hiking the 500-mile long Northern New Mexico Loop. Read More …
NNML – Pt 5 – The Pilgrimage Ends
The last 100 miles into Sante Fe. Read More …
NNML – Pt4 – In and around The Sangres
My route finds me winding in and out of the Sangres mountains. Read More …
NNML – Pt 3 – Southern Bound
I am now heading mainly south and into the New Mexico Sangres. Read More …