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Hiking Boots Buying and Maintenance Tips
Monday, March 16th, 2009
Prevent Your Water From Freezing When Winter Camping
Thursday, February 19th, 2009
Carve a hole in the snow or snow wall, then fill a pot 3/4 full with water and put the covered pot in a the hole in the snow wall. Seal in the pot with snow.
Sleeping Bag Buying and Maintenance Tips
Thursday, February 19th, 2009
Remember to spend a few extra dollars on a sleeping-bag sheet liner made from either silk or a cotton/synthetic blend. It adds warmth and comfort to your sleep, but more importantly, it also absorbs grime and oil from your body, keeping the bag cleaner in the long run.
Cold Feet Relief – How To Treat Trench Foot and Chilblains
Wednesday, January 14th, 2009
You don’t need frost to suffer cold injuries. Prolonged exposure to dampness in temperatures as high as 55°F can lead to several debilitating skin conditions.
Soft Shell Jacket Buying And Maintenance Tips
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008
Buying tips, check the hang tag: the best softshells are made with fabric from reputable companies like Schoeller or Polartec.
Check the fit: the cut should be athletic and should stretch to allow complete freedom of movement.
Check for DWR: durable water repellency is a chemical coating manufacturers apply to fabrics to improve their water-shedding qualities. A DWR coating is an essential feature, since most softshells don’t have waterproof membranes.
How To Repair Down Jacket or Sleeping Bag When The Feathers Are Flying Out Of Your Down Insulation
Saturday, November 1st, 2008
Don’t you hate it when you brush against something and you hear a RRRip! and you see in the air thick with swirling feathers from your down filled jacket?
Buying, Care and Maintenance Tips For HardShell Jackets
Friday, October 24th, 2008
Should Manitoulin (Spirit Island) Be Canada’s Next Nature Reserve?
Sunday, September 28th, 2008
According to the legends of the Ojibway aboriginals of Canada, when the Great Spirit created the world, he put aside the most beautiful elements of creation for his home. The Great Spirit used sparkling waters, lush woodlands, blue skies and brilliant stars. Then the Great Spirit raised up an immense island in an inland sea.
Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight First-Aid Kit
Wednesday, September 17th, 2008
Be prepared for mishaps with the Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight First-aid Kit It’s available in three sizes, all tiny enough to tuck into the lid of your pack. Inside the ripstop nylon pouch is a waterproof bag that contains everything you need to treat cuts, burns, insect bites and bruises .
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