Most of us have at least heard the phrase, many of us live by it when in the outdoors. Especially regular campers and backpackers. Casual hikers and occasional campers though may not know exactly what “Leave No Trace” means or how they can practice it. That’s what we’re going to cover today. Leave No Trace …
I talked to a friend of mine recently whom I haven’t seen in a while and was invited on an overnight canoe float down the Big South Fork with him. I do not have a ton of primitive camping gear nor do I have a canoe, but luckily he has plenty and I was able …
Read moreCanoeing and Camping at Big South Fork from Station Camp to Blue Heron
There are many great places for camping near Nashville. I compiled a list of camping locations all within about an hour of the Nashville, Tennessee area for anyone visiting and looking for a good place to pitch a tent or park their RV for the night. Or maybe you already live in Tennessee and are …
Contrary to what you may hear from people, or see in the movies, bears are not out to hunt humans. Bears prefer to avoid humans, though human carelessness can cause them to behave otherwise. Avoid creating situations that could become dangerous for yourself or future hikers in bear country, by learning behaviors that will decrease …
Read moreThings you Should Know About Camping in Bear Country
There is just something special about cooking with cast iron. I have one big cast iron skillet at my house that I use for almost everything and I love it. Sure they are big and heavy but if taken care of they will last you forever. Cast iron can be used outside of the home …
