Infographic: Are you a Mosquito Magnet?

Since we’re on the brink of summer here in New England, I thought I would share a timely infographic, courtesy of the Folks That Keep My Backyard Bite Free In the Summer – Mosquito Magnet. Hope you can stay away from these SUCKERS as much as possible while they’re on a spree! (see that? see […]

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Know Your Limits (or, my attempt at summiting the East Peak of Mount Osceola)

It was the perfect weather for hiking. It had rained for a few days prior, but it was going to hold out for most of the day according to the forecast. I drove the 3 hours north at 6am that morning, and arrived at the parking area for the Greely Pond Trail (which is the […]

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Just Your Average Tip: Always Let Someone Know Where You’re Going

Before I set out into the woods, even for a simple local day hike, I always leave a copy of my itinerary with The Wife. If I am going with a group, we all leave that information with our significant others, or, a close friend or family member. Before I go, I give the following […]

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Mountain Weather Forecasts for Mountains around the World

I discovered this site yesterday, and had to write a quick post on it to share it. I am planning a hike into the Osceolas this weekend in the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampster. With the weather looking great a few days ago, and today showing rain and possible thunderstorms, the latter would […]

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