Or, how I get all of this… Into this… If you read any book on backpacking, or hiking… you will likely find a section or chapter on how to pack a backpack. These can go from pretty generic, to very darn specific. The bible for those that walk in the woods has probably the best […]
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In an ongoing love affair with my pack, which I have dubbed “Frank”, as in Frankenstein. And yes, I know the monster itself was not named Frankenstein… it was Dr. Frankenstein’s monster, but, the monster has commonly become known as Frankenstein, and I am going with that. Recently I have posted about a fix performed […]
Tyvek – whether you know it or not, you are familiar with it. Ever seen a house being built or re-sided? It’s the paper stuff they stick on top of the plywood underneath. Tyvek (by DuPont) is probably the most common brand name of “house wrap”, that acts as a water-resistant layer between the wood […]
BE PREPARED, and while you’re at it, burn something, and make some smores. The infographic this week comes to us from ScoutMasterCG.com, a site dedicated to scout leaders. So, if you have no idea how to get out and burn something, this should help. I gave an awesome clue to next week’s infographic in this […]
If you are in New England, like me, chances are you will not run into this problem, unless you fall on top of your indoor cacti garden. However, if you are in the drier climates in the US and around the world, there is a chance you may need this. Or, it is possible you […]
Just Your Average Hiker 