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Home »2021 »January

Month: January 2021

A locals’ walk

Posted onJanuary 28, 2021AuthorPaul Mags5 Comments

Having wilderness in our backyard is a key to life happiness for us. And one place, quite literally, is just out our door. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Rain mitt #2 – Frogwear 8490MT

Posted onJanuary 26, 2021January 27, 2026AuthorPaul Mags11 Comments

Continuing to look for the ideal pair of rain mitts for my use. The second option ends up as extremely weatherproof, warm, and only $18. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, gear review, gloves, rain gear

Rain mitt search #1 – Decathlon overglove

Posted onJanuary 25, 2021January 27, 2026AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

Looking for my ideal rain mitt. Here’s one option I’ve used – The $17 Decathlon Trek 500 Overglove (mitt). With an intro to the thoughts behind this series. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, gear review, gloves, rain gear

Wandering below Cedar Mesa

Posted onJanuary 21, 2021June 9, 2026AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Continuing to connect the areas with ancients paths. And thinking more of the role of the river “trails.” Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Last-minute outdoor checklist

Posted onJanuary 20, 2021January 20, 2021AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

Our final step in getting out is a general outdoor checklist we always consult as our last step. Here it is. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsgear list

Website of the week: Drought.gov

Posted onJanuary 19, 2021January 19, 2021AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

A look at a fascinating, interesting, and ultimately sobering website. Read More …

CategoriesBooks and Media, MusingsTagsclimate, Website of the week

Another winter camp

Posted onJanuary 14, 2021June 9, 2026AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Enjoying more winter delights on the Colorado Plateau. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Perma-camping kit: What the heck is it?

Posted onJanuary 13, 2021August 8, 2025AuthorPaul Mags12 Comments

Another way to maximize outdoor time: Having some gear pre-packed and ready to go. Read More …

CategoriesGear, Trip PlanningTagscamping, car camping, favorite, gear list, organization, time bank

Toyota Tacoma – Our camping setup

Posted onJanuary 12, 2021July 12, 2022AuthorPaul Mags15 Comments

How we turned our Tacoma into a comfortable place to camp esp during the winter months. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagscamping, road trip, Tacoma, winter

Love letters from devoted readers

Posted onJanuary 6, 2021November 17, 2023AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Feeling the love from the wonderful comments from over the years. Read More …

CategoriesMusingsTagshumor

A local New Years

Posted onJanuary 4, 2021AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Winter continues to be more my favorite time to savor and explore the very local areas around Moab. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsMoab, utah

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