Nick s Excellent Camping and Backpacking Adventures
I recently read a news article about an 85 year old woman who accidentally ran over a 12 year old child resulting in the child’s death. The driver was pulling into a parking space and confused the gas and brake pedals. She stepped on the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal, then panicked Continue reading Senior Moments: When Will I Be Too Old To Drive? The post Senior Moments: When Will I…
I can t remember the last time Joyce and I were not on a camping trip on Easter Sunday. It may be that we have spent every Easter camping since we were married over twenty years ago. I m not sure. What I do know for sure is this year we will be stuck at home. Blame Continue reading Senior Moments: Camping Roadblocks The post Senior Moments: Camping Roadblocks appeared first on PopUpBackpacker .
Here’s a review of the GSI Outdoors Glacier Stainless Coffee Percolator 14‑Cup — a classic camp coffee maker. We bought ours back in 2012 to replace one that was too small for us. Overview The GSI Outdoors Glacier Stainless Coffee Percolator is a rugged, large-capacity percolator designed for brewing coffee over a campfire or stovetop. Continue reading GSI Outdoors 14-Cup Glacier Coffee Pot: Long…
For decades, the Leave No Trace (LNT) ethic has guided outdoor backpackers (and others) in minimizing their physical impact on wild places. These principles — focused on waste, wildlife, and landscape preservation — remain essential. However, modern technology has introduced a new and often overlooked form of impact: the digital footprint. Smartphones, GPS devices, drones, Continue reading…
We ve had this portable air compressor for over 10 years, so now I can do a proper review because it meets my three criteria for a long term review: Does what it is supposed to do Is durable Value for the price The VIAIR 88P is a robust 12-volt portable tire inflator designed for use Continue reading VIAIR 88P Portable Air Compressor: Long Term Review The post VIAIR 88P Portable Air Compressor:…