outdoor recreation

Hydro Flask — New vs. Old

You may be curious to know what is the difference between the old Hydro Flask wide mouth bottle and the new one. That is... if you were...

Hiking in Southern California

Looking to go hiking in Southern California? With mountains, canyons, desert, and ocean, there are plenty of spots to choose from. Here...

Hydration Means a Happy Hike

People are lightening their layers and stepping out to enjoy a day (or two, or three) in the great outdoors. Before you hit the trails...

Are Bikes the New "Toilet Paper?"

Here we are in May—smack in the middle of National Bike Month—amidst a pandemic. In the majority of states that have issued stay-at-home...

Survival Skills for Backpacking

Survival skills just for backpacking? Absolutely! For ultralight backpackers, SKILLS often REPLACE GEAR, and therefore WEIGHT. If you...

Hop On... Let's Ride a Bike!

Almost anyone has ridden a bike at some time. It’s fun! Bike riding makes you feel good because it's... well... a dose of exercise and...

Getting Back to It (Running)

If you were running or jogging before, but stopped, here's an article to get you moving again. Or if you simply want to begin running,...

DIY Projects Using Paracord

To help you get your hands into some simple do-it-yourself projects, here are a couple of ideas using paracord. Paracord (parachute cord)...

Step Outside for Some Fresh Air

Take a walk. Do some gardening. Go for a jog. Get on a bike. Go for a hike. By now, you’ve probably heard that spending time in the...

Should You Go Camping?

Are you looking for something to do this spring, summer or even fall? Whether you are looking to do so something independently, with...

Winter Backpacking

Winter backpacking can mean your footprints are the only ones out there. That adds to the beauty of the experience... but also to the...

Prepare Yourself for Nature and the Outdoors

Camping outside in the woods or forest with your family, friends, and loved ones can be a very enjoyable experience. Whether sitting...

Hiking Safety

Having made my share of mistakes in the wilderness over the years, I have compiled a list of gotcha's that can be applied to any outdoor...