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Rock Island State Park, WI (Wisconsin)
Sunday, February 28th, 2010
It’s a long drive to the end of Door Country peninsula, and the a ferry ride to the island however the trip Wisconsin’s Rock Island is well worth it. A mile long hike will take you to the five backpacking campsites situated in an amazing setting perched right over the rocky beach with some incredible views of Lake Michigan.
Methods For Keeping Weight Down For Long-Distance Backpacking / Hiking
Saturday, February 27th, 2010
Going backpacking or camping by shaving as much weight (ultralight) as possible off your backpack might sound quite hardcore, but veteran hikers and backpackers know that the lighter weight of not carrying so much stuff is worth it and easier once you get the knack of it.
Finger / Toe Nail Injury In The Outdoor Woods – What To Do
Friday, February 26th, 2010
If you somehow rip your toe or finger nail off partially when you are outdoors camping, or on a long hike what should you do? Should you leave it in place or rip it the rest of the nail off?
First Ascent Downlight Sweater – Slim Good Looking Down Filled Jacket
Thursday, February 25th, 2010
The down sweater was introduced in 1957 anbd it’s a favorite amonst mountaineers, adventurers and ski professionals ever since. The Downlight Sweater from First Ascent features Water-and abrasion-resistant ripstop shell. Premium 800 fill power European goose down, the lightest, warmest insulation in the world.
Mountain Hardware Nitrous Women’s Winter Jacket
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
The Mountain Hardware Nitrous winter jacket for women is an eco-sensitive, the Nitrous is made with recycled polyester blend, and is minimalist in design featuring two flapped hand pockets, a full-length zipper flap with chamois chin guard, elastic cuffs and a hem drawcord.
Wenger Chasseral – Three Season Sleeping Bag
Monday, February 22nd, 2010
At $199 the Wenger Chasseral 3 season sleeping bag is one that you can afford. For warm temperature outings all you have to do is zip off the topsheet, which can be stuffed away in its own pillow pocket. You can use this small pillow to prop up your head when you sleep.
END Stumptown LT – A Hiking Shoe Made of Recycled Material
Monday, February 22nd, 2010
The majority END Stumptown LT hiker shoe is made of recycled material which is a good thing for our environment. For a quick trip into the woods, backpackers would appreciate the weight of this trail shoe at just 11 ounces. The END Stumptown LT offers good lateral support and a deep, tight fitting heel pocket which should be a consideration when comparing the Stumptown LT to trail running shoes.
Great Vehicles for the Outdoors – Subaru Impreza WRX
Sunday, February 21st, 2010
Columbia RapidFire Shell Jacket – Wind , Light Rain
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
At five-ounces the Columbia RapidFire wind shell jacket is extremely light and fits well in any backpack. The Columbia jacket features a chest pocket and a foldable hood that can be stashed away, with the cut of the jacket it is roomy enough to fit over a fleece jacket should you require additional warmth. The Durable Water (DWR) Repellent is good enough to fend off light rain for about an hour before things soak through.
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