Gear Review: Montbell Versalite
A light, functional, and effective jacket that packs a lot of features in a 6 oz package. Including pit zips! Read More …
A light, functional, and effective jacket that packs a lot of features in a 6 oz package. Including pit zips! Read More …
Which rain gear or shell to wear? Depending on the conditions, one piece of gear may be better than another. Updated October 2018. Read More …
An all-purpose hiking shoe good for rough trails and conditions in addition to off-trail jaunts. Reminiscent of the old Montrail Hardrocks in many ways. Read More …
Nasty dirt, oils, sweat, and salt in your outdoor clothing and gear? Grab some white vinegar and baking soda! Read More …
An overlook at some options for ground cloths when backpacking or camping. Updated for 2018. Read More …
A four day weekend of backpacking, camping, hiking, and Rock Images exploration in Utah’s third-highest range. Read More …
A quick and dirty overview of Canada’s Great Divide Trail. Read More …
A weekend to bring in the new season. Crisp weather, above treeline delights, and beautiful aspen. Read More …
Starting up a business, driving to Colorado and back with camping, and unpacking takes up a lot of time. I’ll write on a regular basis again next week. Read More …
A literal rule of thumb for gauging if you are too close to an animal for photo taking. Read More …
Yogi Berra may be a baseball Hall of Famer. But his Zen-like koans are perhaps his most lasting legacy. And many of these observations apply to the outdoors. Read More …
Getting in some outdoor time as we unpack some stuff, the business is set up and learning to adjust to a new home. Read More …
A few thoughts on Pumpkin Beer as I settle in my new home. ‘Tis the Season. With apologies to the fine people of Delaware. Read More …
One year ago today, my life became much different. Read More …
Damn. I wrote my 1000th post at some point in Canada. Some quick thoughts on this dubious milestone. 🙂 Read More …
A quick overnighter trip in the Mt. Evans Wilderness. Fall weather, elks bugling, a lonely 13er, and caught up with friends. Read More …
Moving to Moab, UT. As unexpected for me as I am sure it is for others. Read More …
A summary of my experience thru-hiking Canada’s Great Divide Trail. Read More …