A bonus infographic this week for you all, my loyal readers! Again coming from ScoutmasterCG.com, this infographic describes the 30/30 rule for lightning safety. So, don’t get caught out in the storm… keep this in mind, and be safe out there!
Monthly Archives: June 2013
Bring an extra tent stake. Chances are, you will lose, break, bend beyond repair, one of your tent stakes. Even if you do not lose one, it may come in handy as an extra tie down for your tarp, or some other use. Image from Lawson Outdoor Equipment I actually keep a couple with me […]
Again, the folks at REI can just crank out these infographics! This week is all about Sleeping Bags! What you do in them, well, that’s your own business. Thanks to REI, and everyone else that has made these, has so far helped me get through 52 weeks of infographics! However, we’re only about 1/2 way […]
You probably didn’t purposefully pack it when you set off on your trek, but, guess what? You have a clothes drying rack with you. If you are on the trail and have some wet gear, whether it is sunny and dry out, or even overcast (as long as it is not currently precipitating), hang your […]
Back in the early 90’s, I stumbled upon a Marlboro Adventure Team Gear catalog, and saw the tents, grills, etc., and remembered always seeing packs of spent Marlboro’s lying around on the ground everywhere. I kept the catalog, and hunted around for a couple of months for these (and from my own as I started […]
Just Your Average Hiker 