Ten best reasons for winter camping

The best camping season, IHO, starts when the snow flies. Here’s why you should consider winter camping. by Leon Pantenburg In July, 1981, I hiked north along the Mississippi River in Louisiana. I was headed home after an end-to-end canoe trip of the big river the previous year. I decided to follow the example of …

Survival kit tin cup reduces weight, bulk in emergency kit

Survival gear doesn’t need to be elaborate or expensive. Some of the best items are common, easily-found products you may already have. One of those items is a large metal cup. Here’s why you need one.  by Leon Pantenburg I slogged along in the ranks, Springfield slung over my shoulder, headed toward the sound of …

Insect repellent clothing: We review the Hook and Tackle Bug-X shirt

Mosquitoes and other biting insects can make being outdoors miserable. Here’s a product that may help you deal with them. by Leon Pantenburg I was not paid to do this review. As of publication,  Hook and Tackle has no sponsorship relationship with SurvivalCommonSense.com. Hook and Tackle supplied the shirt for testing. There weren’t supposed to …

Deal with mosquitoes while camping: We review the Hook and Tackle Bug-X shirt

Mosquitoes and other biting insects can make being outdoors miserable. Here’s a product that may help you deal with them. by Leon Pantenburg I was not paid to do this review. As of publication,  Hook and Tackle has no sponsorship relationship with SurvivalCommonSense.com. Hook and Tackle supplied the shirt for testing. There weren’t supposed to …

Deal with mosquitoes while camping: We review the Hook and Tackle Bug-X shirt

Mosquitoes and other biting insects can make being outdoors miserable. Here’s a product that may help you deal with them. by Leon Pantenburg I was not paid to do this review. As of publication,  Hook and Tackle has no sponsorship relationship with SurvivalCommonSense.com. Hook and Tackle supplied the shirt for testing. There weren’t supposed to …

Don’t lose your stuff! Mark your gear for safety sake

Mark all your gear so it can be easily found before you head for the backcountry. Here’s why. by Leon Pantenburg This black fanny pack blends in with the rock, making it easy to lose. It makes buy viagra tabs click here for info us feel like more of a man. We all know that …