The coziest boots I have every owned have been ones that I have trudge through most everything in, wear almost every day. Whether dry or soaking wet, socks or no socks they have never failed to keep me warm. I have walked through the park, played in the snow for hours, hiked a glacier, and [...]
The Second Attempt
by Elijah Baker on January 8, 2013 in Backcountry Teen, Children Blog Entries, Creative Writing, Elijah's Blog, Our Adventures with Leave a Comment
After our eventful and tiring previous trip attempt, Winches and Chains, we went home for a day of recuperation and repacking. Since we were no longer going on a four day trip we didn’t need all the gear, supplies and water that would be need for a longer period of time. We decided that it would be best to [...]
Multi-fuel burners and 35 gallons of diesel/gasoline mix
by Mike Baker on October 3, 2011 in Gear Reviews with Leave a Comment
In July a friend made a horrible mistake. Stopping for fuel he accidentally pumped 10 gallons of gasoline in a diesel fuel tank. OK, normally when stories start with “a friend” the writer is actually talking about themselves. I have indeed come very close to making this error; however, have always caught myself at the [...]
