Seek by iNaturalist
The “Seek” app is essentially Shazam for the natural world. Free, powerful, simple to use, and immensely useful – an app well worth getting. Read More …
Year: 2019
Into the Blue – The Abajo Mountains
Joan and I did some hiking in this obscure range south of Moab and near Monticello. Read More …
From the web – June 10th
Some items of interest from the great outdoors. Read More …
A sorta history of modern ultralight backpacking
Lightweight or even “ultra-lightweight” backpacking is nothing new of course. But when did the term as we now know it come about? Read More …
An Interview with the Most Accomplished Cyber Hiker of All Time
I interviewed this very well-known hiker (type), and The Trek published the interview. Read More …
Colorado National Monument – The joy of hiking
We enjoyed a relaxing weekend in the Grand Junction area while exploring the nearby Colorado National Monument with Joan’s parents. Read More …
Walking into the past – Navajo National Monument
Spending Memorial Day Weekend hiking, camping, and backpacking at Navajo National Monument. We saw more wildflowers, scenic canyons, and ancient dwellings. Read More …
Gear review: Kuhl Renegade Pants
Time to put up or shut up. How much better do I find the $90 hiking pants vs. the $30 pants I’ve worn for many days and miles over the past two years? Read More …
From the web – May 27th
Lots of news items this week pertaining to the outdoor world. Read More …
Exploring the Upper Comb Ridge
A weekend of hiking, exploring, and celebrating another year around the sun. Read More …
From The Web – May 20th
Some interesting tidbits from the world of outdoors news… Read More …
More Moab Meanderings
Continuing to explore the wildness and beauty in my new home. Read More …
Long term review – Nazaroo Performance Insoles
The Nazaroo insoles are $15, work well, and also have similar quality and construction to more expensive options. Read More …
Thoughts on safety
A horrific event happened on the Appalachian Trail. But it does dissuade how I approach the wilderness. Read More …
From the web – May 13th
Some news. Some not so serious and some, unfortunately, rather serious. Read More …
A week in Moab
A typical week for me: finishing up a project, guiding, and still dumb-founded at what I call my backyard. Read More …
Re-thinking long gaiters
I don’t use long gaiters for three-season backpacking. But I know people who do. And here’s why. Read More …
From the web – May 6th
A supersized two-week edition of different items of note from the online world! Read More …