We haven’t updated much on Callie since she came to be with us in late June 2018. We were living upstairs of the shop while our house was renovated and had decided not to foster until we were back home.…
Tom – October 2016 Porkies Hike
When you own an outdoor outfitter shop that’s open 7 days a week and you don’t employ much outside help at all (this summer was the first time we hired anyone and it was just for the busy season) then…
Hike Overview – Jessica – September 2016 Superior Hiking Trail
From September 17th to September 23rd I hiked roughly 90 miles of the Superior Hiking Trail (SHT). The Superior Hiking Trail stretches 300 miles from south of Duluth, MN to one mile short of the Canadian border. For much of…
Part II SHT Hike September 2016 – Jessica
The following is Part II of daily notes from Jessica’s September 2016 hike on the Superior Hiking Trail. This is a mix of notes taken on the trail & additions after the fact. Photos were taken with an iPhone 6…
Gear Review – Footwear for September 2016 Superior Hiking Trail – Jessica
On my September 2016 hike of the Superior Hiking Trail (SHT) I knew I wanted waterproof footwear and I knew I wanted a shoe with more support and structure than my favorite go-to trail runners due to the extra weight…
Part I – SHT Hike September 2016 – Jessica
The following is Part I of daily notes from Jessica’s September 2016 hike on the Superior Hiking Trail. This is a mix of notes taken on the trail & additions after the fact. Photos were taken with an iPhone 6…
How to Get the Most of your Smartphone on a Hike
If part of your hiking experience is to remove yourself from technology, then consider us supportive of your choice. Everyone should Hike Your Own Hike (HYOH). There is great benefit to disconnecting – both on and off the trail. And…
How To Choose A Sleeping Bag
There are a lot of options in sleeping bags. While there is no one “right” bag for everyone and every condition, here are some basic questions to consider to make sure you get a good night’s sleep while camping: Down…
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Yes, we’re finally getting our blog up and running – just in time for 2016 hiking season! Check back soon for reviews of gear, hikes, and how-tos.