After reading about Caltopo and how awesome it was, I finally started to use it lately to plan trips and … More
Month: April 2016
Backpackers vs. Hunters Part 2 (A Lesson in Stereotypes)
I had never seen people more surprised to see me, but we had found their spot right at nightfall. Well, … More
IKEA Backpacking Poncho
One thing I despise is overpriced yuppie outdoor gear. The price of gear is intimidating and keeps people out of starting … More
Backpackers vs Hunters Part 1
Unbeknownst to us, we decided to backpack up to Mt Jefferson in the middle of Oregon’s unbelievably short deer season. … More
The death of my Gregory Z55
On my last trip a week ago, I discovered a problem with my Gregory Z55 that I bought in 2009 … More
Oregon Badlands Wilderness Trip Report
Before the heat of summer sets in, I wanted to backpack out in the desert for a change. I’d seen … More
Are you Tarp-curious?
Admittedly, Ive been very curious about using tarps as shelters while backpacking. I could never really take the plunge though. … More