Going Prepared

Cutter Picaridin Pump 2 Pack – $.83 at REI Oulet

The credit goes to Cat on this one, but REI has a 2-pack of Cutter Picaridin Pump Sprays for $.83. If you have never used this stuff, I highly recommend it. I have completely stopped using DEET in favor of … Continued

Cutter Picaridin Pump 2 Pack – $.83 at REI Oulet

The credit goes to Cat on this one, but REI has a 2-pack of Cutter Picaridin Pump Sprays for $.83. If you have never used this stuff, I highly recommend it. I have completely stopped using DEET in favor of … Continued

Michael Scott, Ultimate Survivor

Michael Scott (Steve Carell) went on his own little survival mission on NBC’s “The Office” last night. His boss snubbed him by not inviting him to a camping retreat that all other branch managers were invited to, and instead invited … Continued

New Man Vs Wild Friday Night

Looks like Bear is back. The new voice overs that I am guessing Discovery mandated should keep the ridiculousness in check, so I am hoping to learn some new stuff or at least be entertained. The first new one is … Continued

Dehydrated Backpacker Meals

I ate dehydrated backpacker meals for several meals in a row for the first time on my BNR trip. I had always just carried the extra weight to avoid eating them, but figured food was an easy way to save … Continued

Trip Report – Great Smoky Mountains Part 2

After I got back from BNR, I had one whole day to prepare for my next trip, to the Smokies. This one wasn’t quite roughing it though, since my girl and I stayed in a cabin on top of a … Continued