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