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Cultures of the Northwest Coast fascinate me. I first became interested nearly 20 years ago during a sea kayak trip to observe Orca. I paddled the Johnstone Strait, along … Continue Reading →
Are you thinking about backpacking this summer? It’s easier than you think. Often just a two-mile stroll will take you to a secluded campsite, beside a glassy lake. You don’t … Continue Reading →
Life is about new experiences. That’s why I was eager to participate in a Native American cultural weekend put on by my friend Jim Lowery at Earthskills. Jim has … Continue Reading →
A Change of Plans The best laid schemes o’ mice an’ men / Gang aft a-gley. – “To a Mouse,” by Robert Burns (1785) We scan the high … Continue Reading →
I lead nature hikes for several organizations including California State Parks and the US Fish and Wildlife Service. And if you’ve hiked with me before, your first moments include … Continue Reading →
Do you get frustrated from time to time? I certainly do! There’s a link between frustration and bushcraft you might not think about. When you learn a new bushcraft … Continue Reading →
This post contains affiliate links. Is your idea of a romantic date crawling through tall grass along animal runs? Or perhaps you don’t know the difference between Chardonnay and … Continue Reading →
This month on NatureOutside we look at the “Tracker’s Pack.” It’s a small kit you carry to help learn to track animals. Here’s a chance to win a pouch … Continue Reading →
Our National Parks are “America’s best idea.” Well here’s an even better one: Free Admission! Free Admission Every year the National Parks Service offers free admission to all … Continue Reading →
Wood Ducks are stunning. They’re the best dressed waterfowl in the United States. Donna Karan, Pierre Cardin, and Versace can’t begin to compete with this bird. And while the … Continue Reading →