Daily Photo - I Feel Quite Contrasty Today I woke up from a chilly December nights sleep in the woods of Northeast PA. I struggled to crawl out of my toasty zero degree sleeping bag, but I had coffee and breakfast on my mind, so I forced myself out of my cocoon. The temperature was
There are a lot of different qualities that people look for in a backpack for the outdoors. Some people like all kinds of bells and whistles and some people want the bare minimum. If you are one of those who don't like much more than you need for your adventure, If you are a minimalist by nature, then perhaps the Blaze A.C. 60 by Granite Gear is something for you to consider.
Klara Harden, A cinematographer and photographer with a passion for the outdoors recently put out a fantastic short film documenting her sojourn throughout remote parts of Iceland. Klara made the non spectator sport of backpacking something enjoyable to watch with "Made In Iceland".
By: Patrick Gensel [yframe url='http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQwzj5lhvew'] Looking for an affordable way to share your tunes around the camp fire or at base camp? Sounds like the Rock Out by Goal0 is just what you need. The Rock Out speaker system is a rechargeable and portable speaker for any device with a standard headphone jack. The Rock
By: Patrick Gensel Just like you shouldn't TP your neighbors house without concealing your identity, you shouldn't go camping without an adequate sleeping bag. The problem is that if, like many, you are new to the whole outdoor scene, combing through the mountains of options available might be harrowing at best. Options such as down,
Costa Rica Outward Bound Social Media Coordinator Britten Ferguson talks about the program and life in Costa Rica, What does it take to spend expended time in the outdoors world and why do more people not do it in our culture, Fitz Cahall's(The Dirtbag Diaries) latest Project: The Love Letter, and more. Hosts: Patrick Gensel, Britten Ferguson, James Garner, and Jason Elliot
Comfortable, effective footwear is important not only when out on the trail, but in day to day life. No one enjoys uncomfortable feet. Soft, cushioned insoles and a waterproof outer are not always part of the deal, but when you pick up a pair of Teva's Verdon WP (Water Proof) you get just that.
In the quest for the lightest pack, many adventurers are stumbling across Baladeo’s 22G knife. As itsname suggests, it weighs only 22 grams. Can a backpacking knife this “ultra light” actually get the job done? A knife of this caliber certainly isn’t going to chop down a tree, and cannot substitute for a survival knife.What
From backpacking stretches of the Appalachian Trail to multi-day climbing trips in Joshua Tree National Park I have spent some time playing outdoors and have found out what works and what doesn't when it comes to gear. Packing the appropriate items is especially important when spending multiple days in the backcountry. Whether your
Finding the right tent is like finding the right house or apartment, it's important because your going to be spending a lot of time in it. If you have spent anytime backpacking or backcountry camping, you know that having space is important, but weight is equally as important if not more. For the