Feb 14, 20184 minTarps: Why, How, and When to Use ThemWe rarely go backpacking without at least one tarp. It is a light, versatile piece of equipment that has many uses. In this post, we will...
Jul 17, 20172 minFlash Flood SafetyNine people were recently killed in a flash flood in central Arizona. The victims were swept away by a sudden wall of water while having...
Oct 19, 20158 minTrip Recap: Great Smoky Mountains National Park - October 2015We just couldn’t stay away from the Smokies for long. As we were planning a trip with two of our good friends, Jenny and Jake for October...
Oct 5, 20153 minLayering Clothing for Comfort on the TrailPhoto: Mark in his base layer (Under Armor sweat-wicking shirt & rain jacket) at Isle Royale National Park on a cold, rainy day. Layering...