First impressons – Gossamer Gear “The Two”
An initial overlook at The Gossamer Gear “The Two” that Joan and I have used the past couple of months. Read More …
Author: Paul Mags
A quick overnighter in the La Sals
A quick overnight trip to the La Sal Mountains where left the desert and enjoyed the cool night air. Read More …
First time on the Appalachian Trail
I am contemplating an extended walk in New England this Autumn. This post comes back to mind. If all goes well, I will be returning to what sparked my love of the outdoors nearly 40 years ago. Read More …
Long term review – 2010 ~50 liter Igloo cooler
A long tern review of the decidely un-hip Costco Igloo cooler from 2010. Read More …
Down there in the mountains
Some time spent in the local mountains with the hotter weather now here. Read More …
Eight Days at the “Edge of Nowhere”
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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Into some higher country
A weekend that did not go as planned but did not matter in the end. Read More …
I went down to Austin…
I went to Austin, had some BBQ, and talked trail. Read More …
The peace of wild things
Seeking solace in our public lands. Read More …
Another local hike
A local hike to work off some rich food. Read More …
Words of wisdom from 1877
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 …
The in between times – New Mexico after the Pueblo Revolt
Some time in New Mexico spent with friends. Read More …
Friends in the backcountry
A weekend close to home and a little further away with friends. Read More …
Gear over the years – A look back, Part 4
Part four of this ongoing series of a longer term look at gear and techniques Joan and I use for the outdoors. Read More …
Paddling into the labyrinth
Another trip we rambled, ambled, sauntered, and generally enjoyed ourselves. Read More …
Another baker’s dozen – favorite campsites
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 …
Overnight in the canyon
More structured rambling on an overnight trip in support of our volunteer role. Read More …
Budget camping gear
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 …