I just finished an interesting debate on the topic at hand, so I thought I would bring it here as well. Do radios have a place in the back country? It certainly seems that it depends on who you ask. The argument: Radios have their place, but keep in mind not everyone wants to hear … More Radios in the Backcountry? Backpacking etiquette
I’m back from my big Yosemite trip, and it was fantastic. Tall looking granite cliffs, crushing waterfalls, and views that make you question your own eyes. The climbs up the mountain were more intense than I anticipated, especially when packing on the weight for two, including a bear canister, two man tent, cool weather gear, water, … More Back from Yosemite
The sky was blue, and the sun glistened over the lake as if nature itself was watching over me. The cool breeze was refreshing, and symbolic of the sensation of freedom echoing from wilderness as I prepared my meal for the evening. I stirred my pot contently while absorbing the smells of beef and noodles. … More Tent stakes. What you need to know.
It’s official! Treeline backpacker, and Treeline squirrel are heading to Yosemite. Flight is booked, and currently planning our routes. This is one off the bucket list. Can’t wait. We will return with new gear reviews, and of course, a trip review it all the details of our routes. We can’t wait!
Ah, now we have a problem. My homework is piling up. The car needs tuned. The laundry is starting to smell, and the house is wreck. Work called and that project still needs to be finished. The worst part? All I can think of is that amazing new trial I found down by the gorge. … More How to get out there more.
As a young boy I grew up in the mountains, playing, exploring, finding my way by whatever means possible. Today as an adult things don’t seem to be that much different. Sure I go to college, I work, I pay the bills and I suffer through the dull repetition of the grueling 9 to 5, … More Hello World
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