Wilderness Ethics – PMags.com https://pmags.com Practical advice and musings on the outdoors, hiking, backpacking, ski touring, and camping. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:31:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://pmags.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cropped-fav-ico-160x160.jpg Wilderness Ethics – PMags.com https://pmags.com 32 32 81463906 Not Gatekeeping – Guardrails https://pmags.com/not-gatekeeping-guardrails https://pmags.com/not-gatekeeping-guardrails#comments Mon, 04 Aug 2025 01:51:08 +0000 https://pmags.com/?p=38984 Not Gatekeeping – Guardrails

Some thoughts on maps, miles, and giving people the tools to see what they want to see. Read More ...

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I've made a case that campfires belong in the past with other practices. And to make that change, we need to change the culture around campfires—some thoughts. Read More ...

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Why backcountry campfires should no longer be a regular part of the backpacking experience. Updated with modified views. Read More ...

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What is gatekeeping? And is withholding specific location information a form of it? Read More ...

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People on either side of the political divide are often more alike than different. They both eschew practicality and safety for political statements. Read More ...

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Joan shares five tips on how to find joy in the local areas. Read More ...

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Some thoughts about the Seventh Principle of Leave No Trace: "Be Considerate of Other Visitors." Read More ...

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Hey folks, please don't go to small tourist towns for outdoor recreation. It is irresponsible. Read More ...

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Musings on a popular Instagram account, the recent Outside Magazine article about it, and thoughts around click-button activism. Read More ...

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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 ...

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