Much has been said and written on the subject of survival skills. From my first experience, as a teenager, participating in a 10-day survival camp I have been intrigued by the necessary skills needed to make the transition from hiking or camping to surviving. Unlike ancient days when surviving meant existing without use of any…
Tag: Outdoor Skills Made Easy
Why do you go Camping?
Each has his or her own reason to go camping or to be drawn to the outdoors. I like to break it down into three main categories: Fun, Adventure, and Sentimentality. FUN. Fun is something that we are familiar with and want to experience again. Perhaps we’ve fallen in love with cooking over a fire,…
Ready to try River Rafting?
River rafting is one of the most fun things you can choose to do! The great thing about river rafting is that you can choose the intensity of your adventure. Want a quiet scenic float? Great! Want a heart pounding adrenal rush? Rafting is for you! Of course, you’ll want to do some homework and…
Canoeing hacks for added stability
Many people are intimidated by a canoe because they feel unstable. Here are a few ideas to add stability to your canoeing experience. Let’s start with getting safely into the canoe. Stow your gear and paddle in the canoe (check out one of our favorite canoe brands, Old Town!) prior to getting in. This will…