It’s not often that I post someone else’s write up on this blog, but The Sierra Trading Post has done such a wonderful job with this breakdown of waterproof fabrics that I thought it was only necessary. Here’s their breakdown below: The Waterproof Gear Guide Spending time in the great outdoors is a wonderful thing, […] Read more…
Located in the middle of the world’s largest body of fresh water and home to 850 square miles of remote wilderness is Michigan’s only national park, Isle Royale. I’ll admit, I’m a bit biased and have a soft spot in my heart for this park. It’s the very first remote backpacking trip I went on […] Read more…
The entirety of the outdoor community is in mourning this weekend from the tragic passing of Dean Potter and Graham Hunt. Both were attempting to BASE jump with wingsuits off of Taft Point in Yosemite National Park. While BASE jumping in the park is illegal, Potter has been known as a key member of the […] Read more…
This past week in Yellowstone National Park there have been a number of accounts of tourists being “chased” by bears. The reports claim that a mother and 3 cubs chased a group of tourists off a bridge and back into their cars. It’s taken the internet by storm, with commenters voicing their opinions of the […] Read more…
Memorial Day is almost here and it’s time to start planning on where to celebrate the weekend. All across the country, campers, hikers and paddlers alike recognize Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start of camping season. While we’re all excited about finally spending our weekends in the woods, Memorial Day Weekend happens to bring […] Read more…
So, recently I moved in with my girlfriend. Everything is going well, and it’s very exciting. The only downside is she doesn’t understand why on earth I have a literal room full of gear. She’s not a huge camper/backpacker, doesn’t really climb and has only been paddling a few times. Fortunately, she is very outdoorsy; […] Read more…
One of my favorite trail snacks is popcorn. It’s easy to carry, easy to make and highly snackable. The Basics Making popcorn on the trail is easy. Go out and buy the raw kernels. Not that stuff that comes in the bags, you want the real thing. Pack as many as you want in a […] Read more…
Hobo Dinners are great. They’re quick, easy, and even great for kids. They require a solid bed of coals, so make sure you build a good campfire before getting starting. While the fire is burning, you’ll need to prep your ingredients. Generally speaking, you’ll need some large sheets of aluminum foil, meat, veggies, and spices. […] Read more…