Camping Essentials for Beginner Campers
The other day one of our friends asked me what gear they needed to go camping. They had nothing. No tent, no sleeping bags... nothing. That prompted me to put…
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July 24, 2019
My Favorite John Muir Trail Pass
The John Muir Trail (JMT) offers a long list of major passes to challenge the backpacker. Fortunately, the passes begin easy and gradually become more difficult as the backpacker gets…
July 18, 2019
Why I hate Red’s Meadow
I admit, I do not avoid Red’s Meadow completely. Red’s Meadow, located just east of Devil’s Postpile National Monument, is an essential stop for pre-mailed resupplies. Rather than carry a…
July 8, 2019
Oregon State Parks Day
On Saturday, June 1 all Oregon State Parks will be waiving entrance, day use and camping fees to visitors. State Parks day is meant to celebrate our parks and encourage…
May 24, 2019
5 First Come, First Served Campgrounds Near Portland
Ever since the creation of reservable campsites it has become more and more difficult to find campgrounds with first come, first served sites. As a result we are experiencing the…
May 20, 2019
Best & Worst Campsites on the John Muir Trail
Really? Are there best or worst campsites on the John Muir Trail (JMT)? All of the trail is spectacular, and would pass as a worst campsite on the JMT is…
May 17, 2019
Essential Camping Gear for Memorial Day Weekend
In the Pacific Northwest camping on Memorial Day Weekend usually poses some unique challenges. The month of May can often times be one of the rainiest months we get all…
May 15, 2019
12 Campgrounds Near Mt. Hood Open This Weekend
Whether you are ready for it or not, camping season has shown up early this year and is officially upon us. Camping before Memorial Day weekend usually is not a…
May 8, 2019
The Best Piece of Unnecessary Backpacking Equipment
Endless blogs of self-appointed backpacking authorities offer opinions and recommendations on how to shave weight off your basic weight. My favorite is to cut off excess pack straps. Weight savings?…
May 6, 2019
Three Butt-Kicking Sections of the John Muir Trail
The John Muir Trail (JMT) is well known around the world for its unparalleled beauty and grandeur. What is not widely spoken about is the ability of this popular backpacking…
May 2, 2019