Few things can take the bite out of a frigid winter day. Planning a day adventuring in the outdoors but between the thermometer and your level of activity, dressing appropriately is nearly impossible. As you know, layers are key, but which layers? I have a relatively new found love affair with wool, merino wool to be precise. If your first thought of wool go…
Read moreWe have had the opportunity to test all kinds of gear from countless companies. We have tested a few pieces of Wolverine gear, including the bomber Pulsar Trail Shoes . This time around we get to go down a less technical route and try out the street ready "lifestyle" boots, the Shindell . I could go on and on about how cold and miserable the winters …
Read moreHaving a reliable source of fire in the woods is more than just a luxury. The first thing I do when I get to camp is get a fire going. Whether it is for cooking dinner, keeping you warm or just as ambiance, for me a fire is not an option, it's a requirement. Canoe country poses all kinds of obstacles to getting a fire going. First of all, there is water ever…
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