There are few things as pleasurable in the wilderness as a fresh brewed pot of coffee and a comfortable good night’s sleep. When it comes to comfort, a quality sleeping pad makes all the difference in the world. With that said, today we will be doing a first impression overview … [Read more...]
Sleeping on the unforgiving ground in a tent doesn't always lend itself to a good nights rest. Finding a way to get comfortable on the ground has always been a challenge for me. As much as I love hiking and camping, a solution had to be found in order for me to continue enjoying … [Read more...]
After my years in the military, I have learned how to sleep just about anywhere and on any type of surface. Falling asleep on the concrete floor of a hangar at the airfield was common practice while we waited for a clear weather window prior to airborne operations. But … [Read more...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBH0lDVnFQM Comfortable backcountry sleeping always sounded like an oxymoron to me. After a couple of decades using various Therm-a-rest products to ease the pain of sleeping on the ground, I've officially defected and found a new … [Read more...]
If you’re an avid hiker or backpacker, you probably know a thing or two about the ultralight community. The ultralight concept is simple; the basic idea is to keep everything lightweight, use multifunctional gear, and limit what you don’t need. In other words, you keep your gear … [Read more...]
Winter is coming… so it’s time to start thinking about winter camping gear. Sleeping bags are part of the “big three” (tent, sleeping bag, and backpack) for any backpacker or survivalist. Whether you’re car camping with your family or backpacking in the Brooks Range, a great … [Read more...]
As a dog owner I try to take Loki (meet him here) on all my outdoor activities. Eventually I hope to use him as a bird dog (maybe even this year). However, for now I am just happy to give him as much exposure to as many outdoor activities as possible. Awhile ago I wrote about … [Read more...]
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