A few weeks ago and friend of mine Leigh asked if I would like to go out and hot tent overnight in the snow. well you know me , I jumped at it. And so our little adventure began The first thing i learnt… Continue Reading “First Time Hot Tent Camp”
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As you know I am a sharp and shiny addict. I cannot pass up a chance of touchy Feely when it comes to a good looking knife. Well actually any knife that catches my fancy….so there I was…And I saw a knife named KUDU.… Continue Reading “Another Sentimental buy”
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Posted on November 18, 2021
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I was going through my “stuff” today. It’s change of seasons time. So that means checking my packs and goodies I take outdoors with me. Winter is here and in Minnesota that’s the long word for cold. So I update my packs every season… Continue Reading “Something to do…”
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Posted on February 27, 2021
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Hey campers winter is finally starting to head out. So went Walkabout and had a quick bush meal….yep Tacos….. Check it out. Remember knowledge is a Survival Skill. Even making Tacos helps, just saying NS
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Posted on February 18, 2021
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I was invited to ice fishing up north at Mille Lacs Lake MN. So I went and a good time was had. Lots of fish and really cold nights Check it out. NS.
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Posted on December 28, 2020
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I was so impressed with the sharpness of my Opinel folding knife (#8) I went back to thier website and did some browsing. To my surprise I found they also made folding Saws. 2 actually and I opted for the smaller folder keeping in… Continue Reading “Watch “Opinel Folding Saw Knife #12, Perfect Pocket Saw” on YouTube”
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Got a new toy to make life easier in fall. Check it out. Work smart not hard….true story Remember knowledge is a survival skill The Novice Survivalist
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Each of us is unique in ourselves. We may have the overall common joy of the outdoors. Whether camping, hiking fishing, hunting etc. We wander aimlessly about just enjoying the outdoors. Bird watches will watch birds, Campers will camp, Hikers will hike.
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Posted on February 21, 2020
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Living in Minnesota winters is challeging enough. Being caught out there on the road in an emergency…this could save you from an uncomfotable ending. You may just want to consider having one in the glove box……..just in case. Check it out The Novice Survivalist
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Posted on February 16, 2020
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Joy. Finally got to get out and trudge thru the snow.
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