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Keeping it local in Moab

Posted onMarch 19, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Some misc trips when the raods got muddy or snowy and we did not want to get stuck somewhere in the back of beyond. Read More …

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Into canyon country

Posted onMarch 17, 2024AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

A weekend spent in the nooks and crannies of canyon country. Read More …

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Poking around in Capitol Reef

Posted onMarch 5, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Some enjoyable time in Capitol Reef National Park. Read More …

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Gear Review – The Tractive GPS Tracker

Posted onMarch 4, 2024July 2, 2026AuthorJosh Zapin2 Comments

My good friend Josh review the Tractive GPS ; a device that’ lets pet owners track their furry friend and combines a bit of Strava functionality, too. Read More …

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The plates turning green

Posted onFebruary 29, 2024AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

The license plates star turning green on Presidents Day Weekend. Read More …

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Gear Review – The Squak Mountain Co Woolie

Posted onFebruary 20, 2024February 4, 2026AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A merino blend, cold weather base layer hoodie with excellent ventilation from Squak Mountain Co. Read More …

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A Superb Owl Sunday

Posted onFebruary 19, 2024February 22, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A Superb Owl Weeknd with good friends and amazing imagery. Read More …

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Another weekend, another pocket

Posted onFebruary 12, 2024February 12, 2024AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Another weekend in a pocket of solitude and seeing places new to us. Read More …

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Quick review – Groundhog clone tent stakes

Posted onFebruary 2, 2024March 24, 2024AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Just in time for February 2nd, here’s a review of some budget-minded Groundhog-style stakes that also work for less money.
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CategoriesGearTagsbudget gear, shelters. gear review

Grand times in the monument

Posted onFebruary 1, 2024April 13, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Though we enjoy our life in Moab, we do not find as many services in our desert home as in other places. So, like many good Moab-ites, we find we do more and more of our errands in the “big Read More …

CategoriesOther Outdoor JauntsTagsColorado, Colorado National Monument

A weekend in the pocket

Posted onJanuary 24, 2024AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

Another backpacking trip in a favorite winter place. Read More …

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South to Arizona

Posted onJanuary 21, 2024April 13, 2025AuthorPaul Mags8 Comments

A few days of hiking and backpacking Petrified Forest National Park. Read More …

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10+ year gear review – Flytop tent

Posted onJanuary 16, 2024March 24, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

An off-hand purchase about a decade ago of our current backup/loaner tent makes me think of the place and use of budget gear items. Read More …

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New Year’s on the Colorado Plateau

Posted onJanuary 7, 2024January 8, 2024AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

A few days of solo backpacking to bring in 2024. Read More …

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Gear review: Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 shoes

Posted onJanuary 7, 2024April 27, 2025AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A look at the Topo Ultraventure 3 shoes. I found these shoes a worth successor to the 2s. I only wish for less flashy color choices! Read More …

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The long winter nights – What to do?

Posted onJanuary 7, 2024January 7, 2024AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Winter backpacking means solitude, gorgeous winter light, and long nights. Here’s what Joan and I find works to make those long nights enjoyable. Read More …

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2023 in review

Posted onDecember 27, 2023January 1, 2024AuthorPaul Mags10 Comments

A look over 2023 with some photos and a few thoughts. Read More …

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December Fog

Posted onDecember 21, 2023AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

Some camping and hiking in the cold and dense fog.
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