Gear review – Montbell UL Thermawrap Parka
A sub-10z synthetic parka that makes an excellent all-around three-season+ for conditions not always dry. And extremely comfy a well! Read More …
Right on Trek Meal Planning – Two Views
Looking at the RightOnTrek meals and meal planning shopping. I loved the logistic part; Joan liked the variety. Includes a code for a free meal and discounts. Read More …
Green River Badlands
A packrafting trip to a quiet and more subtle part of the Green River but one we found just as striking. Read More …
Colorado National Monument and medical science
A trip just over the border to the nearby Colorado National Monument and seeing some friends for the first time in over a year. Thank you vaccinations! Read More …
Paddling down the Green
An overnight packrafting trip involving a full day’s paddle and two obscure canyon hikes. Read More …
The scourge of Rec DOT gov
Recreation DOT gov gets managed by the multi-billion dollar DC beltway firm of Booz-Allen-Hamilton. And here’s why I think it’s awful. Read More …
Canyons less traveled
Another weekend spent at the bottom of a canyon. Read More …
Caves and old paths
A weekend in which we explored a cave, saw ancient structures, and again confirmed that what’s on a map does not always exist on the ground. Read More …
Observing a lot by just watching
We returned to a loop we did three years ago and saw familiar, and new, sites. Read More …
Upper Dead Cow Canyon
A backpacking trip in an obscure canyon in an area we want to see more. Read More …
A cold weather camp
A cold and blustery weekend makes a perfect time to enjoy favorite places with fewer people. Read More …
Gear review: ULA Circuit backpack
The ULA Circuit makes a “jack of all trades pack” for three years now. From cold-weather backpacking to desert water hauls and only at a little over 2 lbs. Read More …
Down and dirty backpacking
A lesser-known route with some excellent scenery, a river, memorable images…and tacos on the way home! Read More …
Four Days in The Needles
Two days of backpacking followed by two days of camping in The Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. Read More …
Rain mitt #4 – Swiss Army vinyl rain mitts
Another inexpensive and effective mitten option for cold and wet use that also allows easy layering. Read More …
Gear Review – Slumberjack SJK Roadhouse Tarp
A very good sun and rain tarp for the back of a truck or SUV. Purchase some additional equipment and the tarp goes from a very good piece of gear to excellent. Read More …
A classic revisited
We did another winter backpack along a classic route. Read More …
Rain Mitt #3 – Biohazard mitts
These biohazard liner mittens are inexpensive, waterproof, and light at 1 oz a pair. I think they’ll work best for occasional three-season use. Read More …