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Cut a rectangle of aluminum flashing (or you could use piece of thin plastic like the kind sold to make flexible chopping mats) large...

Forgive me, but to my understanding a charge is a defensive action intended to neutralize a threat. This bear did follow the guys...

I watched the vid 3 times and saw absolutely nothing to indicate it was anything more than it just being curious. If it was predatory...

I can see that putting the canister on top would interfere with carrying a boat as well. You’ve obviously developed a very efficient...

Personally I think up top would be the best location, I'll often flip an extra pack up on top when portaging and find it quite easy to...

Didn’t look predatory, just curious, probably wanted to get in on the selfie. Just a young bear looking for company. I suspect if they’d...

I've made pot cozies out of two layers of quilted iron board cover fabric. The circular top and bottom pieces can be used as pot holders...

This one generates as much debate as the innie/ outie groundsheet discussion. I’ve never used a pack cover in spite of hiking for days...

Fire bans! Coming to a Province/ State near you soon. Sponsored by Climate Change.

Because 1. It may not be allowed- In Manitoba it is illegal to have an open fire from Spring to Summer and your twig stove may well not...

I bought a pair of belt suspenders from this place, they only clip to the front of your pants so there is less hassle when dropping your...

In time for Christmas!

Since most of my tents are single walled, condensation is an issue...in those cases, I use a bivy over the sleeping bag to keep it dry.

A non waterproof breathable bivy bag over the top is one of the best ways. You need to move the dew point out away from the bags. I...

Maybe you need some pet termites?