Tag: hiking

Itasca: The Original State Park

This month’s adventure took us to the Mississippi Headwaters, Itasca State Park! Itasca is known as the “Original State Park” and was founded in 1891. Starting out in Itasca Itasca State Park is actually not too far from our home, about two hours. We missed the first entrance, but caught the second one and made … Continue reading "Itasca: The Original State Park"

OUTDOOR BUG PROTECTION?

With Tick and Mosquito season underway what are some of the things you use to keep them away what is your outdoor bug protection? I start every season by treating all my clothes, tarps, tents, backpacks, and any other fabric with Sawyer Permethrin. The reason I like using Permethrin even tho it can not be used on … Continue reading "OUTDOOR BUG PROTECTION?"

My Favorite Mora Knives

Mora Companion – This was my first Mora and it has served me very well I can’t think of a better budget fix blade. I have the Carbon steel blade because it is able to strike sparks off the spine and can be used in many other ways. It does, however, come in a Stainless … Continue reading "My Favorite Mora Knives"

5 C Survival Kit

The 5 C’s of Survivability are 5 items that are the most helpful to have in any emergency. They are also the hardest to reproduce out of natural materials and burn the most calories to make. So by carrying them with you at all times, you will always find yourself in a much better state of well … Continue reading "5 C Survival Kit"

Water Filter

My favorite water filters. Sawyer mini – I have used the Sawyer Mini for years and find it works really well. It is small light weight and very easy to use. The thing I like most about it is that you can drink straight from the filter or you can squeeze the water into a … Continue reading "Water Filter"