Gear Review: Trew BeWild Jacket
Why Buy? I’ve been looking for a versatile jacket… something that could serve as lightweight rain protection on backpacking trips in the High Sierra and White Mountains, but also be used as a wind/waterproof shell for winter hiking and snowshoeing. With the high cost of quality gear, it is a huge plus if gear is versatile and can be used during different seasons. Trew … Read More
First Look: ioMerino Vital Crew Neck and Pinnacle Zip
Why Buy? In my 18 months of testing merino wool clothing, I’ve worn merino on cold, snowy mountains with sub-zero wind chills, in the hot and dry climate of Southern California, for intense cardio sessions at the gym, and lounging around the house. I’ve been continually impressed with how well it regulates my body temperature, wicks moisture, and how many times merino can be worn between washes (odor resistance). … Read More
New Hampshire Foliage, October 2016
This fall, I had hoped to get a few of the NH 4,000 footers under my belt. With my recent ankle injury though, I had to modify my leaf peeping plans and hike some smaller mountains instead, as well as conduct much of my viewing on short nature trails or from the car. Here are the photos from some of my shorter trips. The … Read More
52 With-A-View: Mount Kearsarge – Wilmont, NH (October 11, 2016)
Looking for a local mountain with possible foliage views, I decided to hike Mount Kearsarge. I got a later start than expected, which made for some beautiful views from the summit with the setting sun, but I was also slower than expected due to descending in the dark. I hope to head back again to get some pictures of the Winslow … Read More
Hiking with Kids & 52-With-A-View: Mount Willard – Carroll, NH (October 8, 2016)
With the foliage peaking this weekend, our family was looking for a relatively easy hike with a nice view. I am nursing an ankle injury and we were hoping we’d find something that our 4 year could hike on his own. My wife found Mt. Willard online and based on the description, it sounded like a great fit for what … Read More
Hiking with Kids: Clark Lookout – New London, NH (October 5, 2016)
Details coming soon!
Hiking with Kids: Mount Ascutney via Summit & Slab Trails – Windsor, VT (October 3, 2016)
We drove the summit road to the parking area, hoping to get some nice views of the foliage. While we were there, we took some family photos and hiked to the summit.
Hiking with Kids: Sunset Hill – Newbury, NH (September 29, 2016)
My wife, the boys and I wanted to get outside for some fresh air and foliage viewing. I had driven by a sign for Sunset Hill last week while searching for a section of the SRKG. After a quick google search, I found that Sunset Hill was a short trail, offering “sweeping views of Lake Sunapee, Mount Sunapee, Kearsarge, and … Read More
Gear Review: Ibex W2 Sport Tank and Hooded Indie
Why Buy? In June of 2015, I started testing my first merino wool products in preparation for my 60+ mile backpacking trip on the High Sierra Trail (HST). During this time, I began to realize that merino wool is an amazing material. After finishing my trip, I was convinced of merino’s antibacterial (odor preventing) and wicking properties. I continued to test various products from several manufacturers through the … Read More
Riley & Lilly, 2010-2016
My family and I are heartbroken to announce that both Riley & Lilly have crossed the rainbow bridge. It has been devastating to lose our beloved dogs just 6 weeks apart. You were such great companions, Constant, loyal and true. My heart will always wear, the pawprints left by you. Riley & Lilly, 2010-2016