Gear pick of the year 2019 – A beat-up Coleman cooler
Utilitarian, effective, it stood the test of time, and cheap – a beat-up 28 qt Coleman Cooler Read More …
From the web – Dec 13th
Happy Friday the 13th! As some wags noticed, might this be…A Nightmare Before Christmas? Read More …
LNT, cyber-shaming, and slacktivism: Public Lands Hate You
Musings on a popular Instagram account, the recent Outside Magazine article about it, and thoughts around click-button activism. Read More …
Our Backyard Wilderness
We don’t have to go far to get a bit of remote-feeling wildness near our home. Read More …
Review – Zoner Photo Studio X
If you want an affordable Abode Lightroom alternative or better support and smoother operation than GIMP, get Zoner Photo Stuido X. Read More …
Above the Rim in Arches National Park
Joan and I spent some quiet post-Thanksgiving hiking off-the-beaten-path in Arches National Park. Read More …
The Joy of Car Camping – Base Camping for the active outdoors person
An extensive guide to car camping. Includes suggested equipment, clothing, gear and a gear checklist. Read More …
Another Contest: Backpacking for Beginners Giveaway
I’ll be giving away two copies of this book. Tell me about a beginner backpacker in your life and why they might like this book. Read More …
Long Term Review: Champion Brand Wind Pants (Target)
Some “shell” pants for winter use. Discount store wind pants are inexpensive, light, and effective. And I’ve used the same pair for nearly a decade. Read More …
Mags Moab-based Media Musings
Some media appearances in the Moab area for the curious. Read More …
Giveaway Winners: Wanderlust USA by Cam Honan
The winners of the Wanderlust USA giveaway. Read More …
From the web – Dec 2nd
Have some leftover pumpkin pie, pour yourself a cup of coffee, and peruse the latest batch from Da Web. Read More …
Thanksgiving 2019 – Zion and Bryce Canyon
Thanksgiving spent with the Boulder Clan with a bonus trip to Fremont Indian State Park beforehand, too. Read More …
Quick Tip: Firearms oil for pole maintenance
With oil used to lubricate and clean firearms and some simple scrub brushes, you’ll keep your hiking and ski poles in optimal condition. Read More …
Some thoughts: Brave New West by Jim Stiles
Some of my thoughts on “Brave New West” by Jim Stiles. If you are interested in the future trajectory of “The West”, I suggest giving this a book a read. Read More …
STCT USB Headlight – The poor person’s Nitecore
The STCT USB Headlight is a $17 headlamp with 145 Lumens and high water resistance that boasts similar features of more expensive models. Read More …
Giveaway: Wanderlust USA by Cam Honan
I’ll be giving away two copies of the latest book by Cam Honan: Wanderlust USA by Gestalten. Tell me your best outdoor volunteering story for 2019. Read More …
Doing it like a local
I am taking Moab’s “Do it like a local” campaign to heart. Read More …