In the words of the great Homer Simpson, “mmm, beer,” and I would add, “mmm, bread.” Beer has often been called liquid bread, not the Kirkland Light kind of near-beer, but the real beers flowing forth from the multitude of craft breweries rising all over the country. After a tough day of wheelin’ there’s nothing better than a cold frosty adult beverage at the campfire… except … [Read more...]
Using Blue Apron for Camp Meals
Any food cooked at your remote campsite tastes better than it would at home, right? Yes that is true - but don't let that hold you up from stepping up your camp cooking game. Over the past year Becca and I have tried to get a little more creative with our campsite meals, starting last fall when we began using a Dutch Oven with pretty stellar results (biscuits anyone???). Our … [Read more...]
Ten People You’ll Meet on the Trail
You've most likely met someone on this list at some point, or you're one of them. Either way, here are the ten people you'll meet on the trail. 10. The Bro We've all me this guy (I've been guilty of being this guy), you'll instantly recognize him when you see his tank top, salmon colored shorts, and boat shoes. He's also commonly spotted shirtless in his Jeep wearing … [Read more...]
2015 New Hampshire Overland Challenge
Growing in popularity in the Northeastern United States are several overland/off road events that seek to present new challenges to those interested in a fun and lightly competitive overland style event. Exploring New Hampshire’s new Overland Challenge was the group’s first foray into such a challenge. The event presents a four day challenge pitting twenty teams of … [Read more...]
I4WDTA – TFC Day 3
The previous 2 days of the International 4-Wheel Drive Trainers Association (I4WDTA), Training for Certification (TFC) had been nothing short of a whirlwind. The periods of classroom instruction covered dozens of topics at a breakneck pace, and the practical portion had pushed all of the candidates far outside of their comfort zone. Needless to say, everyone was ready for the … [Read more...]