As much as I recommend taking leisurely (or rigorous!) hikes through nature, travelling the same few local places can sometimes chafe after a while. There are plenty of spots worth traveling to, but most of you probably won’t be able to take a day hike to, say, the Tongariro Crossing (Mount Doom) in New Zealand. So, if nature treks… Read more →
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Camping: A Lesson In Logistics
Once the heat of summer has started to fade away, the fall provides a great backdrop for a camping trip. It’s warm, but not overbearing, and in the right place, vistas of autumn leaves can make for scenery that can’t be seen any other time of year. Pack a jacket and consider camping in the fall! Of course, as… Read more →
On Family Camping
As a new father, I’m excited for the day that I’ll be able to take my entire family camping. Camping can be a great, formative experience for children, giving them the opportunity to explore nature and let out some of their boundless energy. That said, I’ve known many adults that cite disastrous childhood camping trips as reasons for not enjoying… Read more →
Fly Fishing: Tying a Fly
One of the most important steps when it comes to being a successful fly-fisher, is learning how to tie a lifelike fly properly. Most well-tied flies are done specifically to cater to the particular kind of fish you are trying to catch. Here are the three most common ways to tie a fly: The first is the pheasant tail nymph,… Read more →