So long to a companion
A little guy who I became attached to passed on. He was present as I wrote many of the articles on this site. Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
A map is a suggestion : Troublesome – CDT loop
A backpacking trip in a lightly used area. And some thoughts on the future of wilderness management. Read More …
Quick Tips: Backpacking rules of thumb
A grab bag of some quick answers to some common questions I’ve answered over the years. Read More …
PowerLine PowerCup Mobile Inverter
A neat little device I’ve had for a few years now that really intrigued my friends recently. Perfect for both road trips or disaster preparedness. Read More …
Five more Colorado backpacking loops
Some more backpacking loop ideas for Colorado in the Denver and Boulder area. Read More …
Rhody Rambles 2016
Some outdoor jaunts while I was in Rhode Island. A few ocean strolls and even a hike through New England forest. Read More …
The Bondcliffs
A hike to the scenic Bondcliffs in New Hampshire. Read More …
Off to New England for a week
A visit to family in Rhode Island, but I’ll be on a backpacking trip in New Hampshire first! Read More …
A well worn piece of gear over the seasons
My well loved and used boonie hat. Read More …
What not to dirtbag
I’m a big proponent of inexpensive backpacking gear and clothing when it makes sense. But there are some items where it is worth spending more money. Read More …
Macro vs Micro navigation
The fine art of making adjustments in the field while navigating in the backcountry. Something learned through experience. Read More …
Soapstone Prairie Natural Area
A hike to an area of the High Plains outside of Ft. Collins, Colorado. Wildflowers and birds were in abundance. And somewhere the bison roamed. Read More …
East Shore Trail – CDT Trail Work
Some trail work on the CDT with the Continental Divide Trail Work Coalition near Grand Lake, Colorado. Read More …
Gear review: BDU pants
Need some durable, versatile and inexpensive pants for trailwork and other outdoor activities? Consider some military style Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) pants. Read More …
Diamond Lake Delight
An after work jaunt to a sub-alpine lake is perfect for seeing a gorgeous place without the weekend crowds. Read More …
The fine art of the truck bivy
Maximize weekend time and camp near the trailhead. Do a truck bivy! Read More …
Ferris Mountain WSA Walkabout
A backpack of the length of the Ferris Mountains. An obscure range in Wyoming with no maintained trails. A wonderful and isolated jaunt. Read More …
Memento mori
Musings on a Roman fresco. Read More …