White Monkey | Just Flip the Dog

Aug 13, 2012 by winjaw

In watching new backpackers, I always notice they bring too much “stuff.” A good rule of thumb is take out half of...

Aug 6, 2012 by winjaw

Sometimes, small creature comforts are important, especially when you’re new to backpacking. One of those is a pillow. And no,...

Jul 30, 2012 by winjaw

Let’s address the monkey in the room right off the bat. How does one even consider taking a chair backpacking? Isn’t the...

Jul 23, 2012 by winjaw

Last week I talked about one of the best backpacking stoves around, especially for scouts. In terms of weight, ease of use and flame...

Jul 16, 2012 by winjaw

Watch any old Western movie and you’ll see the cowpokes sitting around a fire, slowing turning a spit with some part of a cow...

Jul 10, 2012 by winjaw

Everyone who’s not into backpacking, or even those just getting started, think sleeping pads are solely for comfort. That would...

Jul 1, 2012 by winjaw

You’ve hiked all day. Every part of your body is, well, tired. Dusk is approaching and it’s time to set up camp for the...

Jun 25, 2012 by winjaw

Sleeping bags are like cars – they come in all different sizes, shapes and colors. And if you priced some of the higher-end...

Jun 18, 2012 by winjaw

The Writer and I hike together. Most of the time the SONS of Thunder are with us. Occasionally, it’s just the two of us. When...

Jun 5, 2012 by winjaw

Sometimes you have to just flip the dog and carry a monkey on your back. Intentionally. Hang with me here. He is a very special...

Jun 7, 2011 by winjaw

My constant hiking companion, other than the Sons of Thunder, is White Monkey. He usually rides on my back – yes, I get it. But...