Once the weather breaks and summer begins in earnest, I get itchy to embark upon some multi-day paddling trips. I like both kinds of touring: canoe and kayak. I’m not a serious paddler; I just like to be on the water. When I can be on the water for several days at a time, I’m beyond delighted. One reason that I was so happy to move to Madison is its proximity to the Wisconsin River. … Read entire article »

Cooking outside has been long associated with a cheery campfire. While an occasional campfire in places with plentiful wood is fine, as more and more people head out, the idea of Leave No Trace camping has caught on. Fires have a substantial impact on the environment, so more and more people are turning to … Read entire article »

Just think, Julia Child under the stars… Another topic that sometimes ends up with the rancor of a religious debate, stove selection … Read entire article »

The Lost Art of Dutch Oven Cooking As camping evolved into more and more lightweight pursuits, the cast iron Dutch oven … Read entire article »