I Gave a Coyote the Yips!: Being alert counts, whether crossing a four-lane avenue or hiking in wilderness. I didn’t set out to learn about coyotes on this dreary November afternoon. But by paying attention … Continue Reading →
My Survival Class Gets Press Coverage
There has been an uptick in media coverage of wilderness survival this summer. It may be due to seasonal interest. After all, summer is when most people venture into the … Continue Reading →
5 Reasons Why You Should Keep a Journal (and my secret for how to do it!)
Journaling is like eating broccoli. You know it’s good for you but you just don’t want to do it. I know because I feel the same way. Imagine how … Continue Reading →
If you Meet a Mountain Lion – Safety Tips for Hikers
I don’t want to give a lion tooth decay. You see, I’m mostly chocolate and baked goods. I consume sugary sweets and don’t eat enough vegetables. I skip meals … Continue Reading →
Seagull Tikka Masala (Humor/Video)
Sometimes animals do strange things. According to this article from NPR, an enterprising seagull got more than he bargained for… A wildlife hospital in Britain had no trouble spotting … Continue Reading →
Urban Bushcraft and the Capacity to Wonder
Your bushcraft skills travel wherever you go. They don’t remain in the woods when you leave. But few of us make use of our skills when we are in … Continue Reading →
Fox Tracks in a Salt Marsh – Making Plaster Casts
I scan the marshland as the early morning breeze sways what remains of my hairline. From my position I can see Great Egrets (Ardea alba) and Black-necked Stilts (Himantopus mexicanus) … Continue Reading →
Acorn Woodpecker – This Bird is Nuts! (Video)
I’m hiking through a peaceful oak forest, enjoying the cool shade. The cloudless blue sky peeks through the dense canopy overhead. My boots make soft swishing sounds as they … Continue Reading →
The Secret to Make Piping Hot Doughnuts while Camping
Awake at Dawn My eyes pop open and I’m momentarily disoriented. I’m lying on my back, ensconced in the warm cocoon of my sleeping bag. My eyes wander along … Continue Reading →
5 Tall Tree Tales and 10 Activities for Arbor Day
It’s not the holiday where the portly dude slides down chimneys. And you don’t hunt for colorful eggs hidden in the grass. There are no fireworks exploding overhead or marching … Continue Reading →
Two Terrific Earth Day Projects for Hikers and Backpackers
Earth Day is an Opportunity Millions of people across the world celebrate Earth Day, April 22. They gather to appreciate our wonderful planet. It’s an exciting day if you … Continue Reading →