Hiking in the winter can be a wonderful experience, but it can also be challenging due to the harsh weather conditions. The cold weather, snow, and ice can make hiking difficult and even dangerous, but with a few…
Campfires are a staple of outdoor activities, providing warmth, light, security, a place to cook food, or just for sitting around while enjoying a beer with friends. However, building a campfire can be dangerous if not done properly.…
Nearly every fisherman learned to fish by standing on the bank of a small, fish-filled pond. And for most anglers, this first lesson in fishing often is where the love of the sport of fishing started. As is…
In a not so uncommon scenario, you find yourself truly lost deep in the backcountry. Did you come prepared enough to get yourself out? Or maybe you didn’t. Or maybe even your bag with your phone and compass…
When hiking and camping in the backcountry, care must be taken to bear-proof your camp. The goal of bear-proofing your site is to keep odors that might attract bears to a minimum and to safely store your food and garbage out…
Tying a secure knot is a critical skill for anyone planning to spend time hiking, camping in the backcountry, fishing or boating. But, you have to know which knot to tie and how to tie it. So make sure…
You have been doing it for years. You were taught at a young age to tie your shoes and haven’t looked back since. But when it comes to lacing up your hiking boots, though, it’s time to start paying closer…