In this video, Doggo and I hit the trail for our first “warm-up cruise” of the snow camping season. Over the years I have learned the importance of making sure all gear and systems are dialed in and functioning properly before diving into more adventurous outings. Snow camping, especially in remote areas can be incredibly…
It doesn’t happen often but every now and then metal clashes with rock. If you regularly use your axe in the wild somewhere other than your bedroom or a manicured garden you will eventually hit something other than wood. Hopefully, it’s not your shins! When I head into the backwoods for multiple days, I always…
I’m a huge believer in the philosophy of less is more. I try to apply this mindset to every aspect of my life especially when it comes to exploring the outdoors. The thought of rolling into a campsite in an RV or camper loaded with all the modern conveniences makes me feel a little queasy. For…
One of the most common questions I get is: “Dude, why are you wearing a chest rig?” It’s a fair question, especially since most backcountry or wilderness backpackers don’t use one and probably never will. To be clear, I don’t always wear a chest rig on my camping trips, but there are specific situations where it becomes…
This trip was all about pushing limits both mine and my gear’s. The terrain was rough and I’d made the ambitious decision to summit with my mountain bike. That meant keeping my load as light and compact as possible because yes, I’d be carrying my bike up the mountain at times. Oh, and sleeping arrangements?…
I’m always amazed by the lengths mountain goats will go to for a good patch of salty rock. These areas, often called mineral licks or natural licks, are like all-you-can-eat buffets for goats, providing essential nutrients like sodium, calcium, iron, and zinc. And let’s be honest, if I had to scale a cliff face for…
