Signs of the outdoors – Part 2
More signs I found amusing over my years of wilderness travel. Read More …
Category: Musings
My views on life, the universe, and everything.
Back to the 1920s – Thoughts on outdoor rec
Thoughts on the state of outdoor recreation in our modern times. Read More …
Signs of the Outdoors – Part 1
A collection of signs I found amusing from my (mainly) outdoor travels. Part 1. Read More …
The politics of blaze orange and COVID masks
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 …
Small, good things.
A recent social media post made me think about shorter hikes and how they add up to a collective whole; much like a collection of well-crafted short stories. Read More …
How to make staying local into a #epicadventure
Joan shares five tips on how to find joy in the local areas. Read More …
Green friendly, consumerism, and minimalism – Some thoughts
Thinking (virtually) out loud about some ideas on the green-friendly movement, consumerism, and minimalism as it pertains to the outdoors. Read More …
An ode to the USPS
Why the US Postal System holds so much importance during my outdoor travels. Read More …
How to get ultralight?
Going ultralight with your gear is a Holy Grail of sorts for many new to backpacking. Here are some thoughts on achieving that goal. Read More …
On being an amateur professional
What is a professional outdoors person? Who knows for sure. But I am an avowed amateur. Read More …
RIP Kia Sorento, 2005 – 2020
The Kia Sorento died this past Sunday. Long live the Kia Sorento. Read More …
How did I get Joan into backpacking ???
Another “Tales from the trail” as I answer the odd question of how I convinced Joan to backpack. 😉 Read More …
The Onion, 2014
A classic of sorts written six years ago. Read More …
Thoughts on the Seventh Principle of Leave No Trace
Some thoughts about the Seventh Principle of Leave No Trace: “Be Considerate of Other Visitors.” Read More …
Outdoor pursuits and the greater community
The priority of self vs. the community in outdoor pursuits. And when thinking of the community, you help yourself in the long run. Read More …
Outdoor Gear and Disaster Preparedness
The recent flood in Boulder had me thinking: Being an outdoors person works well for disaster preparedness.
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Why you should stay local for outdoors
Hey folks, please don’t go to small tourist towns for outdoor recreation. It is irresponsible. Read More …
Outdoor participation down – Some thoughts
Less than half of all Americans recreate outdoors, with only one-third recreation ten days or more a year, including day-use activities — some thoughts. Read More …