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Quick Tip: Easy Cowboy-style Coffee

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Paul Mags — 9 Comments ↓

An easy way to make Cowboy-style coffee without the muss and chewy grounds by using a coffee filter sachet.

Quick Tip: Psuedo Deadman Anchors

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

Deadman anchors are the way to secure a shelter in soft sand or snow. But there is a happy medium between a true deadman anchor and hoping your stakes hold.

Quick Tip: Baking Soda and Vinegar for stains

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓

Nasty dirt, oils, sweat, and salt in your outdoor clothing and gear? Grab some white vinegar and baking soda!

Quick Tip: LNT Rule of Thumb for Animal Photos

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A literal rule of thumb for gauging if you are too close to an animal for photo taking.

Quick Tip: Water bottle leveler

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

An easy way to make sure the ground is level. Something showed to me when taking crew leader training for volunteer trail work.

Quick Tip: Estimating amount of daylight left

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Paul Mags — 7 Comments ↓

A quick and dirty way of estimating the amount of daylight left for hiking, backpacking, skiing, etc.

Quick Tip: Easy Bake Oven Post-Trip

Posted on January 13, 2017 by Paul Mags — 4 Comments ↓

Hot cinnamon rolls or warm danish for post-trip enjoyment? Why yes.

Quick Tip: Sun shield reflector for insoles

Posted on January 4, 2017 by Paul Mags — 7 Comments ↓

Some DIY reflective insoles to help keep the feet warm when stationary in winter.

Quick Tip: Pre-packaged winter meals

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓

A quick way to make a meal for winter backpacking.

Quick Tip: Measuring distance with a lanyard

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓

A quick and dirty way of estimating map mileage using a compass lanyard or similar sized string.