Bugling elks and blazing aspen – The La Sals
Perhaps our last high country trip before playing in the desert for a while. Read More …
Gaia GPS map layers – Which ones I use
The various map layers I use for Gaia GPS. And some lesser-known overview map print options that complement any GPS use, too. Read More …
Autumnal Bliss in the San Juans
More San Juans bliss. Perhaps our last weekend this year in my favorite Colorado Range? Read More …
Some time to ourselves in Bears Ears
Some much needed time to disconnect, get out, and enjoy each other’s company. Read More …
Gear review – Boonie Hat 2.0
I retired my beloved and well-worn boonie hat 6+ months ago. Here’s a look at version 2.0 – wider, lighter, and only $13. Read More …
Sun hoodie – First impressions
A wise outdoors person tries out new ideas and techniques. With that in mind, here are my first impressions of trying out a sun hoodie. Read More …
How to make staying local into a #epicadventure
Joan shares five tips on how to find joy in the local areas. Read More …
Green friendly, consumerism, and minimalism – Some thoughts
Thinking (virtually) out loud about some ideas on the green-friendly movement, consumerism, and minimalism as it pertains to the outdoors. Read More …
My backpacking stoves – A practical look
A video that looks over the backpacking stoves I use from a practical standpoint. Read More …
Quick Tip: Calibrate your phone GPS
You may need to calibrate the internal compass of your phone GPS on occasion to get accurate results with your navigation software. Read More …
Sleeping systems – Joan’s Picks
Joan’s thoughts on sleeping systems for winter, cowboy camping, hammock camping, and more and what works best for her. Read More …
Moab in the smoke
A weekend of hiking makes me think of an article I wrote two years ago. Read More …
An ode to the USPS
Why the US Postal System holds so much importance during my outdoor travels. Read More …
Gear Review: Down Sleeping Wrap #2 Long
A quilt so well-made, Joan “borrows” it from me on her solo trips. And at least once on trips we took together. Read More …
San Juans in the Smoke
A smoky weekend exploring more of the San Juan Mountains. Read More …
A look at my shell systems
A video that looks over the clothing I use for my shells be it rain or snow. And with a few budget options as well. Read More …
Review – NoBox Globe Lantern
Another well-designed and useful item from NoBox out of Salt Lake City. This lantern makes a great basecamp light I’ve grown to like over the months. Read More …
San Juan Lollipop
A classic weekend backpacking on a stick, to a loop, and back again in the not-so-distant San Juan Mountains. Read More …