Quick and Dirty Guide to Making a Map in Caltopo (a tutorial)
After reading about Caltopo and how awesome it was, I finally started to use it lately to plan trips and … Continue reading Quick and Dirty Guide to Making a Map in Caltopo (a tutorial)
Month: April 2016
Allergies in the Backcountry: Don’t fuck around
Recently I saw a post about someone looking for ultralight options for Epipens. There aren’t any. Furthermore, weight should not … Continue reading Allergies in the Backcountry: Don’t fuck around
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, … Continue reading Backpackers vs. Hunters Part 2 (A Lesson in Stereotypes)
IKEA Backpacking Poncho
One thing I despise is overpriced yuppie outdoor gear. The price of gear is intimidating and keeps people out of starting … Continue reading IKEA Backpacking Poncho
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. … Continue reading Backpackers vs Hunters Part 1
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 … Continue reading The death of my Gregory Z55
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 … Continue reading Oregon Badlands Wilderness Trip Report
