River & Trail Talk

A first aid kit is one of those essentials that you should never leave home without.You can find some of the items on the checklist, as well as ready-to-go First Aid Kits here!Print this one to b …

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Whether you're just getting started or a seasoned hiker, a checklist can help ensure you're bringing along everything you need for every situation.Print this one off -  It's a great addition to y …

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Forgetting something?If you've ever been on a trip and realized you forgot your headlamp.... or worse....the TP... you understand the importance of having everything packed before you head out on your …

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It's official. We are now located at 133 Hampton Rd in Rothesay, NB.We opened our doors on Clark Rd over seven years ago, and then doubled in size three years ago, but it was time to take the next ste …

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Paddle boards are a new toy in the paddling sector although their roots go back to the long surfboard. The appeal of paddle boarding for many is simplicity and freedom. Simple because it only req …

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Care and maintenance of your outdoor gear is crucial to its longevity. You pay a lot for quality gear, so you’ll want to make it last.Besides the monetary value in caring for your stuff also consider …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories.FOOD AND DRINKFood will end up being a good portion of the weight that you carry. Prepackaged dehy …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories. SHELTERThere are 4 main types of shelter for all backpackers and all have lightweight …

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Full disclosure, I'm going to totally geek out on this topic and if you end up deciding ultralight backpacking (UB) is for you, then you will geek out too.You will become a gram counter and obsess ove …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories. CLOTHING & MANAGEMENTThis area is highly personal so you will have to experiment to find out wha …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories. BACKPACKSThere are a ton of cottage and specialty UL backpack makers out there and this rabbit h …

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This is merely one section of many on Ultralight Backpacking. Refer to this post for other categories. NAVIGATIONPaper map and compass skills are a must here. Learn how to use a compass. There are pl …

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