This section will contain all the hiking and camping gear I will be using as well as all the kitchen equipment I am using to prepare meals. I will be writing a review on each item as I use the and will be providing links as to where you can either find the item or find more information about the item. I hope this will help you in making decisions as to what to you use for your hikes.
| Food Equipment | Hiking Gear |
 Freeze Dryer - If you can afford a freeze dryer, you will be one seriously happy hiker! Freeze dryers are expensive but they are also invaluable if you can afford them. They are what the astronauts use in order to make their meals and while the price of one of these units used to be beyond the financial capabilities of almost everyone, a… ... Read more Food Dehydrator - A food dehydrator is one of the most essential pieces of meal preparation equipment that you will buy. The reason I state this is because of two primary reasons: Moist food is heavier One of my first thoughts when I started hiking was how do I make my pack lighter. I quickly realized that the heaviest part of the food… ... Read more |
 Exploring the Great Outdoors: Our Journey with the 8×42 Monocular - As we set out on our latest adventure, the excitement buzzed in the air like the hum of distant wings overhead. Armed with our new 8x42 Monocular, we felt ready to uncover the hidden wonders of nature. Its compact design and lightweight frame nestled comfortably in our hands, while the waterproof and fogproof features assured us that nothing could stand… ... Read more Embrace Every Adventure with the Rainleaf Microfiber Towel! - Embrace Every Adventure with the Rainleaf Microfiber Towel! As we set out on our next adventure, there’s one item we can’t help but pack: the Rainleaf Microfiber Towel. With its incredible quick-dry feature, we’ve discovered a new level of convenience that’s perfect for beach days, gym sessions, and camping trips. It absorbs moisture like a champion yet weighs almost nothing,… ... Read moreIt seems there’s no product description provided. Could you please share the details about the product you want a review title for? - Title: "It seems there’s no product description provided. Could you please share the details about the product you want a review title for?" In the world of endless choices, we often find ourselves yearning for something that resonates with our aspirations. Today, we reflect on a product that invites us to imagine the possibilities—yet, curiously, it stands without a description.… ... Read more It seems that the product details were not provided. Could you please share the product information so that we can craft a suitable title for your blog post? - Title: "It Seems That the Product Details Were Not Provided. Could You Please Share the Product Information So That We Can Craft a Suitable Title for Your Blog Post?" As we set out on our quest to uncover the latest and greatest in product innovation, we found ourselves facing an unexpected challenge: the elusive product details. Yet, in this age… ... Read more It seems there might have been a glitch, as the product name and description didn’t come through. Could you please provide that information? - It seems there might have been a glitch, as the product name and description didn't come through. Could you please provide that information? In our vibrant quest for innovation, we often stumble upon products that spark a sense of wonder—and this one is a perfect example. Imagine holding something that not only meets our expectations but also exceeds them in… ... Read more  Stay Dry and Warm: Our Journey with the PREPARED4X Poncho - As the first drops of rain began to dance on our campsite, we reached for the PREPARED4X Emergency Poncho with Mylar Blanket Liner. We swiftly slipped into its heavy-duty embrace, instantly feeling the waterproof protection envelop us like a cozy shield against the elements. This wasn’t just a poncho; it was our guardian in the wilderness. The wind howled around… ... Read more Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody - I bought this jacket for the Manaslu Circuit Trek in Nepal and could not have been happier. In fact, I have been using it for many other things once I returned home as this is easily one of the best purchases I have ever made. They boast "A piece of high-tech magic from Patagonia." and I have to say that it… ... Read more Snowshoeing in Algonquin Park - I just finished a three day trip to Algonquin park and I cannot say enough about it. It was absolutely fantastic! The weather was awesome, the trails were great, and the company was absolutely fantastic. And, a definite big shout out to Bryan and Carol Foley for organizing this weekend. Many thanks and you two rock! The snow was powder,… ... Read more Extreme Cold Outdoors Gear Test - Hi All, Today I decided I would test my gear to see how it stood up in extreme cold temperatures. When I left for my hike, it was -20 C, or -4 F. When I returned, it was -24 C, or -11.2 F. With the windchill it was -28C when I left and -32C when I returned, which equates to… ... Read more GoPro Hero 6 Black and Downhill Skiing - The GoPro Hero 6 Black is my favorite camera for downhill skiing and any action based activities for that matter. The reason I really like it for downhill skiing though is that it suits every need I have. How do I use the GoPro Hero 6 Black I use an app named Trace Snow that allows me to track all… ... Read more |