Camping

Many times the line between adventure-seeker and certifiably crazy is a blurry one. Take Hunt Jennings, for instance. On Thursday afternoon, the professional kayaker surprised onlookers at Minneapolis’ Minnehaha Falls by A) informing them that professional kayaking is an actual thing and B) taking the 53′ plunge over the raging falls.[embedded content] Mr. Jennings survived

It’s not uncommon for most of us who consider ourselves competent outdoor enthusiasts to feel we have the skills necessary to handle ourselves in both routine tasks and emergency situations. Whether it’s using a knife to trim sticks when building a shelter, tying a specific knot to secure a load, or even being able to

Earlier this week, the National Park Service celebrated its 98th birthday by offering free admission to its 58 National Parks (plus National Monuments, National Recreation Areas, National Historic Sites, National Historical Parks, National Seashores, National Military Parks, and National Battlefields). That got me to thinking…how many of these National Treasures have I actually visited myself?

I personally think the process of grilling over a campfire and throwing a few steaks on the Barbie are mutually associated experiences in that doing each can offer insights for cooking over the other. For the campfire chef, test cooking new recipes or cuts of meat over the grill at home gives you a head’s