ScottS

I've carved a few ottertails and voyagers. The curved side ottertail with a slightly rounded tip is superior. The entry is quieter and...

F it. I think I'll just check out of this forum.

This whole thread just doesn't need to be in a canoe tripping forum. How many hand grenades should I carry to defend myself against a...

Three. Those who aren't afraid of guns, but aren't afraid to go out unarmed either. Which is probably the majority in the US. Agree...

Nice write up. Thanks!

Here is an extensive trip report on a connecting series of lost canoe routes in Northern Ontario. It was a train-in, train-out affair. I...

It's an invention that did not need to be invented, by someone who doesn't know what they are doing.

Whenever I have encountered strong winds coming at me I have two plans of attack. 1. Drop to my knees with my butt centered on the seat...

I've run into wolves many times. I've had them walk past my yard when my dog and I were standing 50 feet away. I've sat on a trail...

I can't believe this thread exists

Pants. I bought 3 pairs of lightweight quick drying pants from Costco for under $20 each. I replaced a Kokatat drysuit that I had...

when I was teaching wilderness skills and paddling to youth, this was a far too common problem with the parents! I've used a tried and...

I'd guess almost all of us started off by getting in over our heads and biting off more than we could chew. Some people get...

After two close encounters with hatchets, I have permanent injuries to my left hand. My grip is weak, and I can't hold a coffee mug...

Saw. I don't use an axe often enough to be proficient with one, and one should feel comfortable with that tool before taking it into...