Land Ethic 101: Part 3. Leave No Trace
If you’re ready to start developing your own land ethic, it’s helpful to start with a pre-existing framework. For me, that framework is Leave No Trace.
Land Ethic 101: Part 2. Why We Need a Land Ethic
Now that we know what a land ethic is, it’s a good time to discuss why we need one.
Land Ethic 101: Part 1. What is a Land Ethic?
It’s easy to love the great outdoors — they’re great! But we need to be on guard against loving them to death. The best defense? A land ethic. Not sure exactly what I mean by land ethic? Read on.
Give a damn: Rule for Intrepid Living #88
In a world where people claim to not care about the needs and thoughts of others, I think the best thing we can do is to give a damn.
Choose Bigger: Rule for Intrepid Living #87
When faced with indecision or analysis paralysis, one way to figure out the best thing to do is to choose bigger. What does that mean? Read on and find out.
Spyderco Delica 4: A High Quality Knife for All Uses
I’m still looking for the perfect pocketknife. I’m not sure I’ve found it yet, but after spending some time with the Spyderco Delica 4, I may be getting close.
Everyone should have first aid training
Accidents happen. We can plan and prepare as much as possible — which we should — but we can’t stop every potential mishap. That’s where a different kind of preparation comes in handy. If you’re going to be ready in case of an emergency, you’ve got to have the right first aid training.
Much ado about mediocrity: what if we’re all ordinary?
Seriously, what if we’re all just ordinary?
My Truck Isn’t Destroying the Planet
Are there more environmentally friendly vehicles than the truck I drive? Yes — and no. Like most things, that question doesn’t have a simple, black and white answer. Instead, it has a complicated one, which I try to dive into here. So buckle up, we’re going on a truck ride.
It’s 2021… Now what?
Just like a new year doesn’t equal a new you, entering 2021 doesn’t mean the world changes all a sudden. So what do we do now?
This is the Worst Multi-Tool I’ve Ever Used — Don’t Buy It
A multi-tool that has everything you’ll ever need for every situation you’ll ever be in. Sounds too good to be true, right? That’s because it is. Here’s why this multi-tool is terrible, and what you should shop for instead.
Joe Biden and Public Lands: Will he be Good for the Lands We Love?
America has selected a new president. Will his administration be good for American public lands?