2018 Highpointing Reflections
We’ve been saying this for years, but our sign at Fort Reno, DC’s Highpoint, is ALMOST HERE! We have a near final design. Next steps are fabrication and installation with hopefully a dedication ceremony,...
Tagged: backpacking
REVIEW: Combat Wipes
GEAR REVIEW: COMBAT WIPES Outdoor Cleansing & Hygiene Wipes Consecutive days in the wilderness without access to a shower generally means stench. I spent much of the past climbing season covered in sweat, dirt,...
Montana: Granite Peak (12,808 feet)
Distance: ~28 miles via the Silver Lake and Phantom Creek Trails Elevation gain: 8,200 feet Dates: August 21-25, 2018 Granite Peak changed me. I am not a rock climber, nor do I aspire to be....
Wyoming: Gannett Peak (13,804 feet)
Distance: 38.4 miles via the Ink Wells Trail Elevation gain: 8,450 feet Dates: July 24-28, 2018 Day 1 7.3 miles Mike and I began our journey at 7:30 am at the Crowheart Store where we procured...
2017 Reflections
Thank you to our readers for the support and open dialogue this year! We love connecting with each of you. We’ve been talking about this for years, but our sign at Fort Reno is making...
Utah: Kings Peak (13,528 feet)
Date: August 18-20, 2017 Elevation: 13,528 feet Distance: ~29 miles Gain: 5,350 feet Bathrooms: Vault toilets in the parking lot and overflow lot near the trailhead. After that, bring a shovel! Day 1 (10 miles;...
REVIEW: Fenix CL30R Camping Lantern
Considering a new camping lantern? The Fenix CL30R Camping Lantern has everything a camper could possibly want. I started testing by comparing the Fenix CL30R with my normal lantern, a well-known brand. The CL30R...
REVIEW: Chill-Ino Ultralight Backpacking Hammock from Rovor
Need to chillax after a day in the woods? Sink yourself into the Rovor Chill-Ino Ultralight Backpacking Hammock. Even though this compact hammock is designed for backpacking I decided to try it out in...
