Grand times in the monument
Though we enjoy our life in Moab, we do not find as many services in our desert home as in other places. So, like many good Moab-ites, we find we do more and more of our errands in the “big Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
A weekend in the pocket
Another backpacking trip in a favorite winter place. Read More …
South to Arizona
A few days of hiking and backpacking Petrified Forest National Park. Read More …
10+ year gear review – Flytop tent
An off-hand purchase about a decade ago of our current backup/loaner tent makes me think of the place and use of budget gear items. Read More …
New Year’s on the Colorado Plateau
A few days of solo backpacking to bring in 2024. Read More …
Gear review: Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 shoes
A look at the Topo Ultraventure 3 shoes. I found these shoes a worth successor to the 2s. I only wish for less flashy color choices! Read More …
The long winter nights – What to do?
Winter backpacking means solitude, gorgeous winter light, and long nights. Here’s what Joan and I find works to make those long nights enjoyable. Read More …
2023 in review
A look over 2023 with some photos and a few thoughts. Read More …
December Fog
Some camping and hiking in the cold and dense fog.
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Camping with Steve
“Camping with Steve” is calming and strangely addicting. Well worth giving it a watch. Read More …
Another December overnight
Another December weekend backpacking in canyon country. Read More …
Dirt Bagger Winter Stove Platform
How to build an inexpensive stove platform for winter backpacking. Bonus: doubles as a heat reflector.
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An overnight in December
Joan and I enjoy going to certain places at specific times of the year. We enjoy going to the more well-known places in winter because we see fewer people, and the winter light and the red rock mixed in with Read More …
Gear pick of the year 2023 – The Gift of Time
The gear pick of the year for 2023? The best gift for any outdoors person – The Gift of Time. Read More …
20+ years Gear Review – Military Surplus Wool Liner Gloves
As winter approaches, I am reminded of one of the items we use all year around: Surplus wool liner gloves. A long-time favorite for twenty years now and a favorite budget pick for both Joan and I.
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Budget day hiking kit
A budget-minded gear list for day hikes in three-season alpine conditions. Read More …
Solo camping cook kit
A more in-depth look at the solo camping cook kit we put together for some trips Joan did this past year that seemed to sparked some interest. Read More …
Thanksgiving 2023 – In the desert
Thanksgiving in the desert with friends means camping, hiking, and some turkey dinner cooked in a Dutch oven. Read More …