The Joy of the short stroll
Enjoy the outdoor time any chance you get. Even if it just a short stroll.
Tag: hiking
If I did it again – The Big Three Trails
What if I did the Appalachian, Pacific Crest and Continental Divide trails again? Here’s what I’d do A fairly common question on the hiking forums from people new to thru-hiking is asking “What would you do differently on your Read More …
Something new – Staunton state park
A ten-mile loop in the newest state park in Colorado: Staunton
The Trail Show #23 – The Pacific Crest Trail
The Trail Show #23 featuring the Pacific Crest Trail
Repair Tape – A quick overview
A quick overview of three popular repair tapes used for outdoor gear repair. Read More …
Spring Sauntering – Grape Creek WSA
A backpacking trip to the Grape Creek Wilderness Study Areas.
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Why Solo Wilderness Adventures?
Why solo wilderness adventures? What is it about being alone in the wilderness that may be appealing to certain people? Here’s my own personal perspective. Read More …
Guest Post – Backpacking Engineeer : Favorite Hikes
I did a guest post over at Backpacking Engineer about some of my favorite hikes and backpacks.
Trail Groove Issue 14
The latest issue of Trail Groove is out. In this issue are two articles I wrote. Trail Groove Issue 14 is out and I am again fortunate to write some articles for this magazine I am a big fan Read More …
Echoes of the past – Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients
Five days of camping and hiking in the Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients national monuments. Read More …
The Trail Show #22 – The Inman 300
The Trail Show #22 featuring the Inman 300.
Mud Season in Colorado
Warm weather in both the foothills and the high country mean one thing – Mud Season!
The Trail Show #21 – The Florida Trail
The Trail Show #21 – The Florida Trail
Real World vs Chaos
The Real World vs Chaos. Or free time vs work time.
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The Good Way – Bandelier National Monument
A long weekend backpacking in Bandelier National Monument.
My newest gig….
My newest gig: writing for Trail Groove Magazine
Post-Trip Gear List
A few luxury items for after the trip makes the drive home a little more pleasant. Makes a nice transition between the outdoors and home time, too. Read More …
Quick Tip: Key chain ring for gaiters
A quick, inexpensive and simple way to keep long gaiters on winter boots. Read More …