When backpacking, it is crucial to bring a proper tent as this is your protection from weather and bugs. There are several different characteristics of tents that you should keep in mind while choosing a tent. Depending on the length of your trek, the weather conditions and the terrain, different tents will be ideal. ...
HIKING IN FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA Located at nearly 7,000 feet, near the base of the San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff, Arizona is a hiker’s paradise. After reading this general overview on hiking in Flagstaff, Arizona, please take the time to browse the websites which I researched as preparation for this overview for more detailed information. The ...
While there are as many reasons to camp as there are campers, there are some common themes that show up often in discussion. One is to Gafiate, or Get Away From It All. Camping provides an opportunity to leave behind the stresses of the day-to-day life and recover for another bout in the ongoing ...
The sun is shining and the flowers are in full bloom. It’s time to break out the flip flops and tanks, pull up your hair, grab your sunglasses and swimsuit on your way to… …well during those dreary cold winter days you were sure you had big plans for summer, but what were they ...
Ironic isn’t it? Being a keen but less-than-successful prospector I find that, most often, success is directly related to the length of time I’m able to stay put, be it on a claim or out in the bush. But staying put depends on my economic resources in the first place! Let’s be honest. As ...
