New gear we liked for 2022
A look over the pieces of gear and clothing that served us well in 2022. Read More …
Into the canyon
Joan and I continue to savor the early winter season of Utah’s canyon country. Read More …
Gear Review – Squak Mountain Co. fleece hoodie
Joan reviews the $60 Squak Mountain Co grid fleece hoodie. Based out of Utah, it’s a Melly-style hoodie for active use. No appointment is needed to purchase! Read More …
November Light
Our first below-freezing night backpacking trip of the season. And a reminder of why we love this time of the year in Utah. Read More …
A winter camp
It’s the time of the year when we meander and savor the canyon country during winter. Read More …
Sun protection techniques
Some of the gear, clothing, and techniques we use for sun protection when hiking and backpacking. Read More …
Sunday night rituals
Our Sunday evening ritual means repeating a pattern week in and week out. But one we enjoy. Read More …
Searching for Julien
A local hike and I took it easy while being a little under the weather. Read More …
Long live the watch
My 15+ yr old Timex Indiglo finally went kaput. The watch is dead; long live the watch. Here are some reasons why I still have and use an analog watch in 2022. Read More …
An ancient canyon
A bit of camping, hiking, and meandering in an obscure canyon not far from the Utah border. Read More …
Packrafting – the gear
The gear we use for our backpacking-focused packrafting trips. Read More …
Embracing the mud on the Green
Some Type II fun, spirited discussion at times, muddy and wet conditions, and rewarding. Or a weekend packrafting. Read More …
October on the Green
A hike and a float not far from where I’m typing. Read More …
Red Rock & Golden Leaves
Fall colors up high and the red rock desert below. An excellent autumn weekend in Moab. Read More …
Fall splendor in the Abajos
Enjoying the first part of fall in the Abajo Mountains. Read More …
Budget gear – The popular picks
A curated list of the budget items people seem to borrow or find intriguing over the years of hiking, camp, and hiking. Read More …
A La Sal Introduction
Joan and I continue our semi-annual tradition of taking the NPS interns for a weekend of camping, hiking, and good food in an enjoyable place. Read More …
Arches Highlights
Here’s an ~45-mile driving tour of Arches National Park that touches upon the park’s highlights. Takes in ~5 miles or so of hiking and about 4+ hours. Read More …