Happy 100th birthday to the NPS!
Today is the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. And that also means the lesser known National Monuments are part of this celebration, too Read More …
Category: Musings
My views on life, the universe, and everything.
Mountain bikes in the wilderness
Thoughts on mountain bikes in designated wilderness areas. Read More …
Who are you?
I was asked recently “What kind of hiking am I doing?” Here’s an answer. Read More …
Bears and food storage: Looking ahead
In the backcountry, regulations mandating bear canisters are becoming more common. I see more of these mandates in the years ahead. Read More …
Alphabet Soup Hiking
Just a term I use to describe a certain mentality and type of hiking. Read More …
Memento mori
Musings on a Roman fresco. Read More …
REI’s #optinside campaign
Having big sales for the outdoors on weekends rather than weekdays and evenings? Because a lifestyle is being sold. Selling outdoor gear is secondary. Read More …
Maps are dead? Long live maps!
The death of maps are greatly exaggerated. Here’s why. Read More …
In defense of car camping
I’ve backpacked thousands of miles. But there are times when car camping is preferable. Here’s why I feel that way. Read More …
Corporate sponsorship in the National Parks?
The National Park Service is actively courting corporate sponsorship. Is that good? Read More …
Amazon Prime – Perfect for the outdoors person
Want to buy outdoor supplies and gear and not a lifestyle? Get an Amazon Prime account. Read More …
Change o’ plans
We can plan. But Ma Nature often decides what we end up doing for a backpacking trip. Read More …
Sports Authority, EMS and the change in retail
The financial woes of two outdoor retail stores and thoughts on today’s outdoor commerce market. Read More …
LWCF permanently reinstated
The Land and Water Conservation Fund was reinstated. A victory for the outdoors! Read More …
Discovery vs Safety – The Balance
How to plan, have a measure of safety but still have a sense of discovery when outdoors? Read More …
The Conundrum of Choices
Too many choices? Don’t worry too much about it. Just get out there. Read More …
Beyond the skills
No matter who you are, or how much you know, there is always more to learn in the outdoors. Read More …
Work is bad for your health
Work is bad for your health? In my case, working in an early 21st century office environment has actually been bad for my health. At least this past month. Read More …