Gulpha Gorge Campground Hot Springs National Park U S. National Park Service

Having such a deep love of a great tasting cup of coffee I am always on the hunt for a  thermos to keep my brew in. This is one of the main reasons that I wanted to take a deep dive in to the Ozark Trail Thermos line from Walmart. I really do enjoy a… Continue reading Gulpha Gorge Campground Hot Springs National Park U S. National Park Service

10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

More than once in the dark I’ve attached a rain fly upside down and we had to restart that particular step. This tent was close to foolproof when it came to the rain fly because it was already connected. Many never think about the actual weight of the pack, but some are close to 5-pounds.… Continue reading 10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

What’s more, the OT offers many things to see and experience for both seasoned and first-time backpackers. I sweated just a bit but not too much since the walk was short (and I didn’t want to sweat after a shower). I did finish my activities very sweetly and was able to walk and hike without… Continue reading 10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

I cut post-it notes into strips and stick them to the map where I think we might camp. I move them around while planning, sometimes even after changes are made while on the trail. I sometimes enjoy not knowing ozark trail chair exactly where we’ll stop to spend the night. However, some sources may run… Continue reading 10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

Includes Trekking pole attachment points, compression straps and a sleeping bag compartment. Just about every other daypack I’ve had falls apart under the weight of my books (med school). I also like the fact that for my outdoor activities, it’s designed to hold a hydration bladder. It even has a rain cover built in, which… Continue reading 10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

Because it’s basically a single compartment stuff bag, I did have to make sure the items inside were distributed properly. I have used the hydration compartment for items like my iPad. By default, this unexpectedly ended up being my go-to daily bag for several months. It’s been stuffed to capacity with almost everything I had… Continue reading 10 5×17 Purple Ozark Trail 17-liter Blanchard Springs Hydration Backpack With Hydration Reservoir

Coleman Cold Springs With Porch 4 Person Dome Tent Review

This is all the extra stuff manufacturers add to the tent to make it stand out from the rest. However, if you’re a backpacker, then weight becomes a major factor. If you’re tall , you might want to choose a tent that is big enough that you can easily get in and out. This comes… Continue reading Coleman Cold Springs With Porch 4 Person Dome Tent Review