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Now that we’re all solo hiking and camping, how do we replace the outdoor advice we get from our drunk buddies? The incredible Hiker Buddy App is the answer! … Continue Reading →
We have all been touched by the crisis around us. We are plagued by an illness that brings fear and uncertainty to our very doorsteps. The capricious nature of … Continue Reading →
With the Corona virus dominating the news, I thought you might enjoy some funny sayings I’ve heard this past week. Some are outdoors-related and some are about being stuck … Continue Reading →
The Canada Jay (aka “Whiskey Jack”) is fearless, and always open to adventure. They’re famous camp robbers who occasionally take food right from your hand. In the picture above, … Continue Reading →
I love inflatable sleeping pads! Now don’t get me wrong – sliced bread, electricity, and indoor plumbing are great too. But as a wilderness backpacker, inflatable sleeping pads are … Continue Reading →
Getting lost in the wilderness is serious business. It ranks just behind falls and hypothermia when you analyze the risks of wilderness travel. I’ve written about what you should … Continue Reading →
What is Bushcraft? Bushcraft is the practical knowledge of our natural world. You can use bushcraft skills to provide shelter, water, fire, and food from materials found in your … Continue Reading →
I’m fortunate to live near an elephant seal colony. I’ve written before about how these behemoths of the ocean return to a nearby beach to mate and give birth. … Continue Reading →
The holidays bring family gatherings, good cheer, and holiday sales extravaganzas! As a public service, I offer the picture above that has been circulating on Facebook, source unknown. If … Continue Reading →
Housebound! So say the doctors. In the aftermath of my hiking accident, I sit in bed nursing a shattered foot. It’s a bitter dose of reality. And I feel … Continue Reading →