We’ve added a new concept to the blog and plan on sharing our meal plans for our adventures; whether it be an on-the-road camping meal or a hearty feast at a well-equipped base camp, we have to eat. Today’s menu item will be a make-ahead Italian noodle salad with sides of fire roasted tomatoes and…
A Pyr on a Pier
We recently planned a trip to the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. The first night we planned on backpacking into a backcountry site, but were discouraged by forecasted rain. Gear Mom saved the trip by suggesting we pack a second tent for the remaining nights as the rain was forecasted for only one night (thus,…
Spring Sunset in the Keweenaw Peninsula
How you start is going to be the outcome of your Adventure Dog. The Gear Guys recommended talking with your veterinarian and reading up on your dog breed’s hips, exercise and nutrition . Too much exercise too soon can ruin a dog’s hips from proper development as well as inhibit longer hikes in the future.
In a pinch, if you are short on ice for your cooler, a gallon ziplock bag packed with (not yellow) snow can get you through. We were able to keep our food cold for a six-hour road trip using this method, even with just a basic cooler.
The Gear Guys 