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How Did Richard Proenneke Die? Exploring the Wilderness Legacy of Richard Proenneke
Only a few places in the US are more isolated and more beautiful than the Twin Lakes region of Alaska. Maybe that’s why Richard Proenneke,…
Reinhold Messner – one the first climbers to ascend all 14 peaks over 8,000 meters without supplemental oxygen
In the world of mountaineering, only a handful of people can be proud of the fact that they managed to conquer most of the world…
The life and times of Smokey the Bear
The Need for a Mascot After the Big Blowup in 1910, a devastating wildfire that burned nearly three million acres of land, the United States…
A Brief Explanation Of Slacklining
I was first introduced to slacklining while in South Africa. The woman I was with, and coincidentally the driver of the vehicle I was in,…
Cody Lundin – Interview with one of Americas top survival instructors
I have to say that I think Cody Lundin is great, I love his books, they’re straightforward, well written and they’re full of knowledge and…
Tyrolean traverses and how to use them safely
In areas that need to be crossed over but are ordinarily impassable or exposed to danger, you may find that a Tyrolean Traverse has been…
The Trucker’s Hitch – Awesome Video
I was thinking to myself that I should write an article about knots, after all, they’re an essential part of outdoor life and they cover…
Amazing Photos Of Lake Baikal Captured By Photographer Kristin Makeeva
Hold on for some amazing images of the deepest lake in the world. As well as being the deepest it’s also the largest freshwater lake,…
Illuminate your life with this Luminoodle Light Rope
If you want some extra lighting while off grid then take a look at these LED lights which could well be the next big thing…
Backpacking Checklist – Is It Essential To Have One
Whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced backpacker, the worst thing that can happen is that you forget an item or two that you…