Outdoor pursuits and the greater community
The priority of self vs. the community in outdoor pursuits. And when thinking of the community, you help yourself in the long run. Read More …
Another high desert weekend
Enjoying the desert spring with near solitude. Read More …
Intro to Backpacking Pt 2- Shelter options
In this video, we’ll look at different shelter options available to backpackers ranging, why cowboy camping works so well, and some info on groundsheets. Read More …
Intro to Backpacking Pt 1- Backpacking vs Car Camping Gear
Part One of a multi-part video series I’m doing on Intro to Backpacking. Looking at car camping and backpacking gear differences with some budget options. Read More …
Gear Review – Wrangler Nylon Pants
Inexpensive nylon travel and hiking pants with traditional “work pants” style aesthetics. Read More …
Backpacking on a plateau
We continue to enjoy the desert near our home. Read More …
The Quiver – Packs
A look at some of the gear I regularly use. This installment of the series is about the packs. Updated April 2020. Read More …
Snooze Alarm Weekend
Another weekend where can spend time outdoors locally. Read More …
The Quiver- Hydration options for backpacking
A look at the hydration options I use for hiking and backpacking. Read More …
Coffee for backpacking and camping
My methods for making coffee when backpacking or camping. Read More …
Gear Review: Generic coffee mug from Krogers
As light as “real” insulated backpacking mugs from REI, $10 or less, and found just about anywhere. And one I’ve had for ten years now. Read More …
Review: Highline
A look at a documentary on the “Uinta Highline Trail” by Outmersive Films. Read More …
Physically Distancing around Moab
We enjoyed another weekend where we can go backpacking within an hour of our home. Read More …
Tent of Wonder – Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 (2019)
Less of a gear review and more about thoughts about having the right gear for what we are doing and works well for us. Read More …
Eight miles away – Backpacking near home
The trailhead’s three-miles away, we slept eight miles from where I’m typing, another local backpack. Read More …
Gear Review: Altra Zero Hoof Drop Shoes
Altra came out with some shoes perfect for off-trail jaunts on the Colorado Plateau. Read More …
Stuck at home? Some skills to learn
If you have to stay at home, now is the time to brush up your outdoor skill set. Read More …
From the web – March 26th
We all know what is in the news and I can’t add much more. Instead, here are a few items that are Covid-19 related, but might put a smile on your (masked) face. Read More …