So long to The Trail Show
It has been a fun three years of beer, trails and nonsense, but it is time for me to move on. Read More …
It has been a fun three years of beer, trails and nonsense, but it is time for me to move on. Read More …
Car camping, road tripping, doing trail work or even a trailhead bivy? Here’s an overview of stoves that may work. Read More …
A look at “The End of Night” by Paul Bogard. The subtitle of the book says it all: Searching for Darkness in an age of artificial light. Read More …
An odd pack that is “neither fish nor fowl”, but ends up being surprisingly useful. Read More …
How to Camp by John M. Gould was written 140 years ago. But it still has some practical advice applicable for any outdoors person today. Read More …
A frayed piece of utility cordage? Here’s a very simple way to help prevent it from fraying further. Read More …
Seeking wildness and a remote experience in the High Plains of New Mexico. Read More …
I am pleased to announce that I have received my first outdoor gear and clothing sponsor: Goodwill Industries International. Read More …
The first steps for backpacking may be intimidating. Here’s how to get out there, learn and have fun. Read More …
Trail Groove Issue 27 featuring an article I wrote about gear maintenance with some other excellent articles including one on The Colorado Trail. Read More …
Caching food or other supplies for off-the-beaten trips or even convenience? Surplus ammo boxes are an inexpensive and easy way cache these supplies. Read More …
A (possible) last ski tour for this season. All weather dependent, of course. 🙂 Read More …
Too many choices? Don’t worry too much about it. Just get out there. Read More …
No matter who you are, or how much you know, there is always more to learn in the outdoors. Read More …
Make a guyline tensioner out of pull tab from a can. Light, cheap and easy to use. Read More …
Some much needed outdoor time: Two very different backcountry ski days that spanned the seasons. Read More …
The Power Point presentation about navigation for the long trails. Covers basics that should be known. May be viewed online; no additional software needed. Read More …
Looking for a place off the beaten path and with great night skies? Dark Site Finder is a great website for this purpose. Read More …