The Allure of Backpacking

Years ago I was telling a lady that I was going to spend a week’s vacation backpacking.  She was intrigued as we talked about my plans.  Then, it suddenly dawned on her that I was going to spend a week in the woods without taking a shower.  She stopped me at that point.  She explained that her idea […]

Hiking Solo

My hiking career didn’t begin as a solo venture, and I’m very glad that it didn’t.  I didn’t have the skills, know-how, or courage to go alone.  Instead, I tagged along with a couple of guys who had a little more knowledge than I did.  Yet, it wasn’t their woodcraft that kept me in their company.  Rather, I […]