Tag: Wilderness

2nd Chance George

For those of you who don’t know. I have a You Tube Channel. Actually two. But I post videos on the “2nd Chance George channel”, of my camping and survival ideas and dirt time tests of  it. So you may find it useful. Check… Continue Reading “2nd Chance George”

No Trace…a good practice

. Its an obvious idea and needs to be said again. Its practiced by most outdoor enthusiasts, campers, hikers, hunters and even the military.

Dirt time 4. CONTAINERS

looking at CONTAINERS that would be useful should I find myself in an unplanned situation where survival knowledge would get me home safely.

The Walkabout.

Since moving to Minnesota I have renewed my passion for wandering the outdoors. I did it before but never as much as here. I love the outdoors. It settles a bad day or just lets me spend some alone time walking about. I have… Continue Reading “The Walkabout.”

First Solo camp in the snow

Well, as the title suggests, I have just returned from my first ever solo camp in the snow. Why I said solo I don’t know, I have never camped in the snow alone or with others for that matter. But who’s checking ? right.… Continue Reading “First Solo camp in the snow”

Tis the season

Campers its that time of the year. Its when we are all busy, shopping, connecting with family and friends, shopping ..the horror. Personally I am the worst Christmas shopper I know. Fortunately my family is aware of this and expectations are low. I go… Continue Reading “Tis the season”

What can a picture offer..

As harsh as a Minnesota winter can be, I realized how much it also gives back to me for taking the time to get outdoors and enjoy it. No matter when I go, I see wonderous things.

Yep. another 2 Minute tip, blog,vlog and more

When I started this site and blog its was originally intended as a self help blog for me…and others in being prepared for the outdoors. Basic survival skills and equipment was on my mind. The site has evolved into more of my enjoyment of the outdoors.

Prepping for my first Minnesota winter Camp

Not only to survive the winter without any mishaps but also to prepare to do a winter camping trip. This for me will be my biggest challenge yet in the outdoors. Something I look forward to with some trepidation. Can I do this, am I prepared, what to take, where and when.

French Army F1 2 man pup tent.

Hi Campers, I recently purchased a new camp tent. Why you ask. My old tent was a Ozark trails 2 man tent I purchased at Walmart. Great little tent, however I recently managed to put a hole in it. Repairing it would just need… Continue Reading “French Army F1 2 man pup tent.”