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Long term review – 2010 ~50 liter Igloo cooler

Posted onJune 4, 2025June 4, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A long tern review of the decidely un-hip Costco Igloo cooler from 2010. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsgear review, stoves

Down there in the mountains

Posted onJune 3, 2025June 3, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Some time spent in the local mountains with the hotter weather now here. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Eight Days at the “Edge of Nowhere”

Posted onJune 1, 2025June 2, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

I want to go back, sleep under the stars, and walk in the desert again for many days. I want to “light out for the Territory.”
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CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Into some higher country

Posted onMay 14, 2025May 14, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A weekend that did not go as planned but did not matter in the end. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

I went down to Austin…

Posted onMay 12, 2025May 12, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

I went to Austin, had some BBQ, and talked trail. Read More …

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The peace of wild things

Posted onMay 4, 2025May 4, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Seeking solace in our public lands. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagspackraft, utah

Another local hike

Posted onApril 27, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A local hike to work off some rich food. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Words of wisdom from 1877

Posted onApril 25, 2025April 25, 2025AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

How to Camp by John M. Gould was written 150 years ago. But it still has some practical advice applicable for any outdoors person today. Read More …

CategoriesBooks and Media, Gear, Getting StartedTagsbackpacking, books, camping, favorite

The in between times – New Mexico after the Pueblo Revolt

Posted onApril 20, 2025April 20, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Some time in New Mexico spent with friends. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsNew Mexico

Friends in the backcountry

Posted onApril 15, 2025April 15, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A weekend close to home and a little further away with friends. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Gear over the years – A look back, Part 4

Posted onMarch 30, 2025March 30, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Part four of this ongoing series of a longer term look at gear and techniques Joan and I use for the outdoors. Read More …

CategoriesGearTagsgear list, gear used over the years, Joan West

Paddling into the labyrinth

Posted onMarch 30, 2025March 30, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Another trip we rambled, ambled, sauntered, and generally enjoyed ourselves. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagspackrafting, utah

Another baker’s dozen – favorite campsites

Posted onMarch 16, 2025March 16, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Another “Baker’s Dozen” of favorite camping spots. A sequel of sorts to what I wrote in 2017. Rather than specific places it is areas we enjoy. Read More …

CategoriesMusings, Other Outdoor Jaunts

Overnight in the canyon

Posted onMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

More structured rambling on an overnight trip in support of our volunteer role. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Budget camping gear

Posted onMarch 7, 2025April 27, 2025AuthorPaul Mags5 Comments

Car camping serves as a useful introduction to the outdoors for many. And a useful adjunct to other trips for the experienced. How to equip affordably? Updated March 2025. Read More …

CategoriesGetting StartedTagsbudget gear, car camping, gear list

Two+ Year review – LightHeart Gear Fleece Hoodie

Posted onMarch 4, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A longer term review of the LightHeart Gear micogrid fleece hoodie. Made in the USA, readily avialable, warm and fuzzy, but best for people who run cold or static use. Read More …

CategoriesMusingsTagsclothing, fleece, gear review, Joan West

Along the bluffs

Posted onFebruary 27, 2025March 5, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A local backpacking trip with some great views not often seen by most. We love these quick trips in our (almost literal) backyard. Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsutah

Backpacking in the public lands

Posted onFebruary 26, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Spending a weekend in our public lands. Read More …

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