This winter wonderland should be on your list! Things to do in Munising, MI in winter!

Should you tip your guide? Guiding is part of the service industry and pay has traditionally lagged behind other professions.

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Welcome back and thanks for reading! Locals Beta is where I hope to share beta on climbs, conditions, approaches, and more. As always,...

Hoping to climb Bridalviel in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore? The bridge is out so you'll need to go around! Here's how!

Showa Temres 282-02 Japanese fishing gloves Let's start by saying I can DESTROY gloves. There is nothing more satisfying than buying,...

Going on a big climbing trip soon? You’ve probably been in search of a good pair of glacier glasses and immediately been shell shocked by...

Multi-tool vs. Single blade knife Leatherman Multi-tool compared to Petzl Spatha. Which do you prefer to carry? The answer. It depends....

Hands are often the first thing to get cold during the winter but the most easily overlooked. Keeping our outermost extremities warm can...

Blue Ice’s Warthog pack is what I’d call their second generation alpine pack. This pack has built on past designs and greatly improved in...

Whether you’re a climber, hiker, mountaineer, or casual day hiker the Ten Essentials are a must! The Ten Essentials reference the ten...

This past winter I was lucky enough to work with AceCamp to try out their ultralight trail runner/ hiking pole. At first glance I had...

If you are new to hiking, learning to choose the best gear to suit your needs can be daunting. “Do I want a hiking pole or trekking pole;...

Being outside in nature can be soothing for the soul. Studies show that being outside, even in a park, for a few hours per week can be...

Living a nomadic lifestyle requires traveling often. That usually means following the changing seasons or jumping from one extreme to the...