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Author: Taylor Kurowski

Camp Kitchen Kit

July 8, 2022July 17, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

Whether you are overlanding or car camping, there is something about cooking in nature that makes food taste better and making cooking less of a chore. When I am at home I hate cooking and like simple and easy but when I am outdoors, I always seem to want to try complicated and different than … Continue reading Camp Kitchen Kit

Cleaning your outdoor gear

June 16, 2022July 17, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

With how Hot it is in Arizona and how sweaty of a person I am. I am constantly sweating through my outdoor clothes and gear in general. Below are some of the tips and tricks I use to keep my gear clean and ready for the next adventure. Laundry Striping Laundry Striping became popular during … Continue reading Cleaning your outdoor gear

I’m Back

June 3, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

Hey All, Hard to believe it has been over two months since my last post. Normal life stuff has gotten in the way and I forgot why I set up this blog in the first place. The goal of this blog is to share some trips we take, tips and tricks, and gear that we … Continue reading I’m Back

Avoiding Stink Outdoors

March 7, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / 1 Comment

While you may think the title says it all, as an overly sweaty person one of my biggest struggles going outdoors for multiple days is how smelly I get. While I have learned to live with it to a point, it makes it really hard to convince your significance other to share a tent for … Continue reading Avoiding Stink Outdoors

Gear Review – Altra Lone Peak Hiker Hiking Boots

February 15, 2022July 17, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

Are you looking for a new pair of boots to take you hiking each weekend? Looking for boots that can pull double duty for hiking and trail running? Do you have fat feet that seem to not fit in normal boots? Look no further than the Altra Lone Peak Hiker Boots. Built for trail running … Continue reading Gear Review – Altra Lone Peak Hiker Hiking Boots

Sleeping Pads: Inflatable vs Foam

February 10, 2022July 17, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / 5 Comments

Whether you are just starting backpacking or have been camping for awhile one of the most important things to a good nights sleep outside is a Sleeping Pad. They come in many different forms and ways but the two most common ways you'll find them labeled are Inflatable and Foam. Their names describe them perfectly, … Continue reading Sleeping Pads: Inflatable vs Foam

Trip Report – Ice Fishing Arizona

February 8, 2022December 26, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

Many people don't know that Arizona is more than just cactus and desert. When you head up north from Phoenix, you hit miles and miles of Ponderosa Pines and small creeks and man made lakes. During the Winter months, it is cold enough for enough ice to form and thick enough to walk on. I … Continue reading Trip Report – Ice Fishing Arizona

5 Best East Valley Hikes

February 4, 2022February 3, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

The East Valley has some of the best hikes in the Phoenix Metro area. Continue reading to find out 5 of our top hikes and why we like them so much. 1. Flatiron Via Siphon Draw Trail #53 - Tonto National ForestLength: 6 Miles RoundtripDifficulty: Moderate to Challenging Season: Spring, WinterTime: 4-6 Hours Hours This … Continue reading 5 Best East Valley Hikes

Photo Trip Report: Backcountry Skiing Colorado

February 3, 2022February 3, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

Backcountry Skiing Colorado.

5 Mistakes Beginner Backpackers Make

February 2, 2022February 3, 2022 / Taylor Kurowski / Leave a comment

If you're looking to plan your first backpacking like one of the thousands of other people who recently got into exploring nature, you've made a great choice. There is no better experience than going out in nature with a pack strapped to your back and getting away from civilization. I believe that backpacking resets your … Continue reading 5 Mistakes Beginner Backpackers Make

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