East of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, but west of the main Blue Ridge, there's a jumble of rugged mountains marked by cliffs, steep-sided gorges, and crystal clear streams. This area contains the St. Mary's Wilderness, the largest Wilderness Area in Virginia, and one of my favorite spots for over 30 years. Like most designated Wilderness Areas,…Read more St. Mary’s Wilderness
Backpacking
FISH IN FERN. The Ten Essentials: A Systems Approach
A different way to think through what you need.
Wilderness Chef #4 – Rocky Mountain Thai
Lemongrass Soup, and Thai Lime Chicken with Coconut Green Curry Sauce
Lost Creek Wilderness, CO
Work has been busy lately, so when I got invited to a series of meetings in Colorado Springs, I saw an opportunity and took it. I arranged to fly out a day early, and do a quick overnight somewhere in the Front Range between Denver and Colorado Springs. A little research led me to the…Read more Lost Creek Wilderness, CO
Time and Direction – Celestial Tricks for the Backcountry
Quick tips on finding your way and tracking time while outdoors
Wilderness Chef #2: Backpacker’s Berry Cobbler
Backpacker's Berry Cobbler - A sweet winter treat on a backpacking stove!
Travelled Far, by Keith Foskett
I was recently invited to preview and write a review for a new e-book by Keith "Fozzie" Foskett, a UK-based distance hiker. Travelled Far is a collection of stories about hiking, both around the block and across the country - a quick read and an enjoyable look, particularly at the English countryside, through his eyes.…Read more Travelled Far, by Keith Foskett
Flying Squirrel Outdoors 