Posts Tagged: backcountry

How to Choose a Sleeping Bag for Backpacking and Hunting – Part II

In Part I we discussed the first step in selecting a sleeping bag – choosing down or synthetic insulation.  If haven’t already, be sure to read that post.  Now, let’s move on to some other factors to consider when selecting a sleeping bag. Temperature Ratings The temperature rating of a sleeping bag, a “20 degree”… Read more »

Talking Elk – An Interview with Steven Rinella

There is a very short list of hunters that I aspire to emulate, and hunting shows that enjoy watching; Steven Rinella and his show, Meat Eater, are on those lists.  I was honored to get a chance to ask Steven some questions about elk hunting, and I am excited to share his insights with you… Read more »

My First Elk Hunt – No More Dreaming

Cool mountain air filled my lungs as I unzipped the tent door and searched for my boots.  Yesterday’s hike had left me tired and sore, but now wasn’t the time to inventory my aches.  I slipped into my boots, double-checked the contents of my day pack, donned my headlamp and headed out.  I left camp… Read more »

ATA Show 2013: Easton Outfitters’ New Pack Line

Tents, backpacks, snowshoes, and trekking poles…did I take a wrong turn while at the ATA Show and end up somewhere else? No, I was still at ATA, but I had wandered from Easton’s well-known arrow display over to Easton Outfitter’s line of outdoor gear.  While there, I was fortunate enough to take a look at… Read more »