We discussed many plans for this past weekends Total Solar Eclipse. We had thought about just staying in town which…
River Snorkeling is Awesome
Lately I’ve taken up a new activity on the weekends, which is snorkeling in local rivers. Years ago I was…
My thoughts on the ACR Resqlink Personal Locator Beacon 1 year in
1 year Review of the ACR Resqlink Personal Locator Beacon Most places I backpack do not have cell phone service.…
We Need to Have a Conversation About Small Plate Restaurants
Small-plate restaurants have bothered me for sometime. They are horrible and I hate them. I’m genuinely surprised they’re still…
Goat Rocks Wilderness Part Deux: A Wildflower Fiesta of Tremendous Proportions
Roughly a year ago I went to Goat Rocks Wilderness for the first time. It’s crowded, but for very good…
The Banks-Vernonia Bike Trail Annual Trip (and other thoughts on rural tourism and how not to lose elections)
Four years ago I first took the Banks-Vernonia Trail with a big group of friends. This is a bikepacking trip…
My Apres Trail bag
Even if I miss one shower, I have pretty heinous BO. That’s just during the work week. Take me on…
Another Glowing Review of Cascade Designs Trekking Poles 2+ year review
I can’t remember exactly when I bought these poles, but it was at least two years ago, possibly longer. I…
Silver Star Mountain via Bluff Mountain Trail
Silver Star Mountain is pretty close by and I was surprised I’d never been there and never knew anyone who…
Oregon Desert Trail from Flatiron Trailhead to Sand Springs: Thoughts and Learnings on Section 1
Last year after doing a trip in the Oregon Badlands Wilderness, I set the goal to start section hiking the Oregon…
