Archive for February, 2008
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Prevent Your Water From Freezing When Winter Camping
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
Carve a hole in the snow or snow wall, then fill a pot 3/4 full with water and put the covered pot in the hole in the snow wall. Seal in the pot with snow.
When morning comes around, the water will still be in liquid form.
River Otter Plastic Waterproof Bag
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
The River Otter Bags are inexpensive alternative to hard plastic cases for holding and storing your electronic gadgets to keep them dry and away from water when outdoors.
How To Predict A Storm
Sunday, February 10th, 2008To determine if a storm may be coming, do not pay attention to surface winds. Surface winds have too many anomalies. Instead pay attention and observe the clouds and see which direction they are moving.
Start A Fire With Pine Needles
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
The sticky substance found on pine and other evergreen type plants can really get your fire started. It just take about a teaspoon of the pine needles sappy substance. In conclusion pine sap makes great fire starter fluid.
Use Small Dry Bag
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
Instead of using one large dry bag, use several small dry bags. One large dry bag can make weight on the canoe or kayak uneven and you may realize it is hard to find a place to fit the large dry bag.
Megellan Explorist 200 Handheld GPS
Friday, February 8th, 2008
The The Megellan Explorist 200 is a handheld GPS devuce that has a faithfal following of users. It’s basic and simple design and features works well for it. This means you
get a rugged handheld GPS that keeps a reliable lock on satellites whether you are on a trail or deep in the thick forest somewhere.
Mountain Hardware Convertible Pack Pant
Friday, February 8th, 2008The Viper jcaket fits very much lke a long sleeve jersey thanks to the sleek cut and stretch nylon fabric. It is a great companion for the Spring and Summer seasons. It cuts through rain and wind with ease while cycling or during a brisk hike.
Wear Bicycle Gloves While Paddling
Wednesday, February 6th, 2008
To keep your hands cool, and prevent them being sore or getting blisters while paddling wear fingerless bicycle gloves. Mountain bike type gloves are probably best. On long paddling trips, you will be glad you brought them.
Fix A Leak In Your Kayak or Canoe
Wednesday, February 6th, 2008Would be believe a Q-Tip can stop a pin hole link in your canoe and kayak.
The answer is “Yes”. Just stick the Q-Tip in the pin pole first, then hold it in place and cover it using duct tape.
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