Why Range Finders are Perfect for the BackCountry

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Outdoor enthusiasts love to guess about all sorts of things. We guess how many stars are in the Milky Way, we guess how fast a deer runs or we might even guess about how long it will be until that big, dark cloud dumps rain us. But there are times when guessing in [...]

Why I Do Not Use 4 Season Tents

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

There is no need to get 4 season tents for gentle summer camping. Even if there is a heavy downpour, the use of sleeping pads combined with adequate planning should keep everything fairly dry.
The important thing is to not camp at the bottom of a hill, to make sure the rain fly is secure, [...]

What’s In Your Hiking Pack?

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Every time I leave the pavement, I take along my trusty hiking pack - even if I have no intention of hiking. Doing this has become a habit rather than a conscious decision. My pack goes with me when a hike, camp, hunt, fish, bird watch and even when I drive out of [...]

What Were They Thinking - Adventure in a Colorado Wilderness with Three 12 Year Olds

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

I still can't believe it. It's been 40 or so years since that fateful summer. My buddies Steve and Larry and I were around 12 years of age when we were dropped off early in the day on a rainy, muddy little trail of a road off Highway 135 north of Gunnison, [...]

What To Know When Buying Binoculars

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

We are asked nearly every day: "What are your best binoculars?" And every day we answer: "How do you plan on using them?" We are not trying to be evasive with our answer, but the truth of the matter is - the best binoculars for one purpose may be the worse [...]

Top Tips for Successful Navigation in the BackCountry

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

As an outdoor enthusiast you will at some point make a decision to learn how to navigate in the backcountry. Whether you use a map, compass, GPS receiver or all three, there are several things you should know about successful navigation. Your safety and the safety of your companions depend upon it. [...]

Top Camping Grounds

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Camping grounds can be found in alberta camping. You will need a camping stove if you are camping in alberta. The southern part of the province has some really good camp grounds.
Camping ah the coffee always taste better from a tin pot brewed on a open fire. The bedtime snacks always taste [...]

The Oregon Trail - Beginning in Arrow Rock, Missouri

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

The Oregon Trail holds a unique place in the history of the United States. Thousands of pioneers used the trail to populate the middle and western parts of the country in the 19th century.
Oregon Trail
In the eighteen hundreds, the east coast of the United States had become overcrowded and expensive. For relief, people looked [...]

Taking A Motorcycle On Your Camping Trip

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Traveling across the country on a motorcycle can be exhilarating. You have a greater sense of your environment and immediate surroundings on a motorcycle and can have a sense of freedom when riding. It's a wonderful way to explore the countryside. Camping with your motorcycle, though takes some planning and adjustments from other, more traditional [...]

Some Essential Camping Supplies For Your Camping Adventures

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

There are certain supplies that every family should have when camping. Ensuring you have the basic supplies to have fun and stay safe will enhance your camping experience. So do not pack on the fly. Instead, make sure you plan well and make lists so nothing is forgotten. Make lists and check off items as [...]