Category: Winter camping

I GOT TAGGED ON THE TUBE

This turned out to be quite a challenge. Something I had never thought about. Basically it was list your 3 Top outdoor brand names. Here is my answer to them. It was really difficult. I landed up going to the 10 Cc,s list and… Continue Reading “I GOT TAGGED ON THE TUBE”

First Winter Walkabout 2020.

Joy. Finally got to get out and trudge thru the snow.

Protecting me from my axe and the axe from me.

Always keeping safety in mind when doing axe work or anything requiring a sharp tool. Needed to enhance thesafety aspect of my axe work. Not just reading about it but practicing it. Here is how I started doing that with my new Trail Boss… Continue Reading “Protecting me from my axe and the axe from me.”

CRTK Woods Chogan T-Hawk.

I have owned this T hawk for almost 4 years. Initially bought it for camping in California. The first time I used it was disappointing. But now having done some research in the past week or 2 I finally sharpened it. What a difference.… Continue Reading “CRTK Woods Chogan T-Hawk.”

Watch “YAKTRAX Diamond Grip, All-Surface Traction Cleats” on YouTube

If you winter walkabout these are a must for your own saftey and well being…yaktrax Ice cleats. Check em out…

Axes, Are they necessary for the Novice Outdoor person….The Knowledge search continues

“The felling axe is also often referred to as the camp axe and it is used to cut down trees and branches.This type of axe has two main features:

KNIVES. Just what is the right choice for Me?

Although a frustrating task to undertake, it proved to be informative for me as far as improving my knowledge of Knives in general. Learning about Blade types and uses was very informative.

Watch “BIG STICK II – Another trudging companion” on YouTube

Got to fancy up a new big stick for trudging around in winter. Always a good idea to have a 3rd leg in winter walkabouts. May just save you some unwanted pain.

Planning your Outdoor Experience Part III- A FUN SAFE EXPERIENCE

via Planning your Outdoor Experience Part III- A FUN SAFE EXPERIENCE Last in a quick series in planning for your next outdoor trip. Check it out.

Planning your Outdoor Experience Part III- A FUN SAFE EXPERIENCE

The last in this short series, lets talk about actually enjoying a safe and fun experience. In the last 2 parts we discussed the actual planning and how to prepare for a great experience outdoors. Whether family, group or solo camping I wanted to… Continue Reading “Planning your Outdoor Experience Part III- A FUN SAFE EXPERIENCE”