• How to use bear spray

    How to use bear spray

    If you are spending time in bear country, carrying bear spray is essential. Sometimes Hey Bear! isn’t enough to stop a curious carnivore and you might need a backup plan. And if that is the case, you’re going to want to know how to use your bear spray. How does bear spray work? Bear spray…

  • Top 5 trail mixes for your next adventure

    Top 5 trail mixes for your next adventure

    GORP — good ol’ raisins and peanuts. It’s a classic for a reason but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t switch it up every once in a while. Let me help! These are my top 5 favorite trail mixes. Before we get into it, I have a question. Is it really trail mix if it doesn’t…

  • Different types of ammunition

    Different types of ammunition

    If you don’t have a lot of background knowledge about firearms, the terminology can feel intimidating. What the heck is a full metal jacket? Well, you’re about to find out because this article is all about demystifying common types of firearm ammunition. Introduction to ammunition What is ammunition? Ammunition (or “ammo”) refers to the projectiles…

  • How to clean a water bladder

    How to clean a water bladder

    When heading out on an adventure, it is important to stay hydrated. My favorite method for hauling around water is using a water bladder (also called a hydration bladder). I like to use a water bladder because it is lighter and less bulky than water bottles, and because I don’t need to fumble around with…

  • Camping hygiene: how to stay clean in the wild

    Camping hygiene: how to stay clean in the wild

    If you are camping for longer than a weekend, you might start to get a little smelly. You’re in the woods — no one is going to judge you (and if they do, leave them behind and go deeper into the woods). But in case you want to freshen up, this is how to keep…