While sitting around having a few too many IPA's around my dining room table, we came to the realization that we hadn't set up a tent since last year in the George Washington National Forest. So what did we do? We got too many some more beer, loaded up the trucks, and dusted off the iPad to head out and run a few roads we'd been meaning to check out. Traveling from Northern … [Read more...]
Summer Camp Out – After Action Report
Last weekend was the 2016 Summer Camp Out and while there were a few last minute logistics related issues, I think everyone would agree that the event get together was nothing but a success. So what happened? Camping in a National Forest can sometimes create some issues, the main one being that you can't exactly reserve a camp site. Unfortunately for us, someone decided to … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Weekend Ramblings – Big Levels Trail
After probably the worst (weather wise) May EVER here in the Mid-Atlantic, we were itching to give ourselves a break from work and a never-ending list of home improvement projects, and also to get out and stretch the 4Runner, which lately has been relegated to Home Depot runs and commuter duty (sad face). The weather finally cooperated over Memorial Day weekend - we were able … [Read more...]
National Geographic Maps – GW National Forest
Thanks to the internet and applications like google maps, you can pretty much locate the majority of trails in George Washington National Forest with the click of a finger. Although when the pavement and cell service both come to an end, something more traditional is still your best option. … [Read more...]
