It’s a simple thing, a camp stove, but it’s one of the pieces of gear that can truly make or break your evening if things don’t go as planned. A sputtering stove is a useless stove when trying to boil water at high elevation. When it comes down to it, you’re relying on your camp stove … More MSR Wind Pro II Stove Review
As the trees began to open up at the peak and the blue sky began to flow in, I could only think, “This, this is what I was looking for”. Located in the Jefferson National Forest near Mouth of Wilson, Va, the park offers variety that is hard to obtain anywhere else. You’ll find dense … More Grayson Highlands State Park, Virginia
I just love a hammock. It’s a luxury that even a light weight packer like myself has a hard time leaving behind. After a rough day of hiking in the heat, nothing rejuvenates like kicking back in a hammock while everyone else pulls up a nice soft rock. There is only one major problem, most … More Byer Easy Traveller Hammock Review
Sometimes it’s the little things that really come in handy. Not to be under appreciated, is the modest camp towel. With a plethora of uses the camp towel can be used to dry yourself off, wipe condensation off your tent, double as a make shift pot holder, a seat, or many other options. Here with … More Coghlan’s Camp Towel review
How are backpackers supposed to pack a backpack? How does one possibly pack off of that gear inside a tiny pack? What happens if it doesn’t fit? Let’s take a look at the basics first, and we’ll dig into some details too. Keep in mind that the simple act of packing a backpack can have … More How to Pack Your Backpack
This, can be terrifying. The sun is beaming down. You’re pushing hard to get in those last few miles before the evening begins to set in. You’ve done so well, eight miles in already. You’re on a roll. You’re focused, concentrating, and completely overlooking the fact that a few miles away a storm is rolling … More What to do when you are caught in a Lightning Storm
Perhaps it’s the rhythm, the gentle pounding of footsteps down the trail. Music that can’t be repeated, or captured. The soft brushing of my shoulders through the leaves, over the rocks, through the wind. Overheard by none, the steps do not echo, they do not leave a trace that can easily be followed by man … More Why do I backpack?
Considering the dry weather, the Colorado Forest fires, and the recent heatwave, I thought it was important to mention the fact that the 4th of July is upon us. As much as I love America, and blowing things up, please keep in mind that fireworks can easily cause raging forest fires in situations such as … More Fireworks and Forest Fires
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
What I liked It’s light. It’s under 4 pounds, and considering the 2 doors and 2 vestibules, that’s pretty slick. It packs up like a pro, and it stays out of the way with the included tent sack. The price. $199 for a lightweight backpacking tent, I’m not complaining . Similarly weighted, dependable tents can … More L.L.Bean Microlight FS 2-Person Tent Review
