A collection of my Reddit posts. cleaned up and expanded, with thoughts on how maps, compasses, and GPS all work together in the field. It’s not about which tool is “better,” but how they complement each other. Read More …
The UCO Utility Spork 3-in-1 Combo Spoon-Fork-Knife from is a modest item that Joan and I use all the time since 2019. Read More …
A relaxing 4th in the mountains and on the river. Read More …
A look at the Gossamer Gear Loris 25 daypack that’s a worthy successor to the Type II utility packs we we wore out. Read More …
My gear list for solo, three-season hiking in Colorado or similar. I also added some gear I may swap in depending on the trip type. Updated. Read More …
An initial overlook at The Gossamer Gear “The Two” that Joan and I have used the past couple of months. Read More …
A quick overnight trip to the La Sal Mountains where left the desert and enjoyed the cool night air. Read More …
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 …
A long tern review of the decidely un-hip Costco Igloo cooler from 2010. Read More …
Some time spent in the local mountains with the hotter weather now here. Read More …
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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A weekend that did not go as planned but did not matter in the end. Read More …
I went to Austin, had some BBQ, and talked trail. Read More …
Seeking solace in our public lands. Read More …
A local hike to work off some rich food. Read More …
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 …
Some time in New Mexico spent with friends. Read More …
A weekend close to home and a little further away with friends. Read More …