Eating good in the backcountry can present a bit of a challenge. Prepping meals at home gaurantees that they will be delicious, but dehydrating and prepping can take a lot of time. Plus, those meals are always a bit more difficult to prepare in camp. Freeze dried meals are my go-to choice for camping dinners,…
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Leave No Trace guidelines explained
You may have noticed that there are a lot of people enjoying the wild spaces in Utah. A heck of a lot more than just a few years ago. Trails are more crowded, parking areas overflow onto the road, and garbage is stacked up in campsites. It seems that many of the folks recreating outside…
HydroBlu Jerry Can review
Camping water containers have gone high-tech. For years I’ve lugged the ubiquitous Aquatainer around while car camping and never thought much beyond their utility. But then the HydroBlu Jerry Can crossed my radar and it changed everything. The Jerry Can is more than a way to store and transport water. This jug can be pressurized…
Klymit Versa Blanket review
A blanket is just a blanket, right? Well not if you’re Klymit. The company has a history of improving upon old outdoor gear standards, and the most utilitarian of all, the blanket, is no exception. The Klymit Versa takes blankets to the next level. It’s not only warm and cozy, but it has outdoor-friendly features…
Explore the Kolob Canyons area in Zion National Park
Utah’s five National Parks garner a lot of praise, but none more than Zion. Why all the love? Simply put, this place is a wonderland. A multitude of rock formations crafted over millions of years mix with towering pine trees, trickling creeks, and deep slot canyons. It truly is a breathtaking and special place. The…
PackPillow review
A pillow is a luxury for hardcore backpackers, right? Well it doesn’t have to be. Gone are the days of resting your head on a bunched up, down jacket. With inventions like the PackPillow, you can save weight, be efficient about pack space, and still get a good night’s rest. The PackPillow is essentially four…
Klymit V Ultralite SL camping pad review
Keeping your load as light as possible when backpacking is imperative to comfort, stamina, and just being able to go farther without killing your shoulders. But the problem with a lot of lightweight gear is that you sacrifice comfort to save a few grams of weight. I’ve been a fan of Klymit’s camping gear for…
MiiR Camp Cup review
If you’re camping, you gotta have a cup. Coffee in the morning and whiskey in the evening, your hands would feel empty if they’re weren’t holding a cup while sitting by a fire. Of course the classic is the enamel blue cup with white flecks, but there are far better choices. The past year I’ve…
Slumberjack Nightfall 2 Tent teview
I was tired, cold, and in a bit of trouble when my girlfriend and I pulled into the Tropic Reservoir campground on a Friday night. Yes, mistakes were made on the journey, and I was on thin ice. I can’t imagine what might have happened if our tent was a pain in the ass to…
UCO lights it up at ORSM 2017
One of my favorite parts of attending Outdoor Retailer shows is discovering new companies that make cool gear. This year my favorite discovery was UCO, who have made it their mission to light up your camp, keep you warm, and help you cook in true minimalist style. Anyone who camps or backpacks needs a good…