Local requirements differ on the subject of wearing lifejackets (PFD’s). Some require it to be on the person, others simply require it to be in the boat with you. If you are having a boating experience with a commercial outfitter, they will always require you to properly wear your PFD. As a former river guide,…
Author: Vic
Have you ever been seriously lost?
I think I’m a pretty well-prepared person who plans ahead, but, well, I’ve been lost and here’s the story! On one hunting trip, my plan was to get dropped off at a trail head before sunrise, leave the trail and follow the ridgeline (for about an hour), and find a spot overlooking a basin. I…
Camping hacks that you may not have considered!
When planning your next camping trip, we have some camping hacks you may want to consider by putting these items on your packing list. After using them a few times, you won’t leave home without them! Duct tape Temporary patch for a hole in a tent or tent floor Splint a broken tent pole with…
Foil Your Hunger with Tinfoil Dinners!
We just had a wonderful (cold weather) outdoor experience with our family! We decided to get together, build a fire, and have tinfoil dinners around the fire. Since there were people of various ages, and knowing that each person had a particular preference for food, we decided to have our tinfoil dinners cooked in the…
Outdoor Etiquette
Many years ago, I camped in a place that became special to me because of the experiences I had there. It was beautiful, remote, and serene. Years later, I returned to the same place and was sorely disappointed to find that the campsite and surrounding area was trashed by some irresponsible people. I was angry,…
Hypothermia Prevention, Signs, and Treatment
Winter weather brings fun, adventure and risks. We should approach each activity with an attitude of safety and fun, in that order. With a little preplanning you can prevent trouble on your next cold weather adventure. What is hypothermia? It is simply the loss of body heat through exposure to elements colder than your body….