A camping river float trip in a pedal fishing kayak? YES - and there are MANY advantages over canoes and sit-inside kayaks. Learn about my choice of kayaks and the modifications for extended camping trips.

The Haven Tent is a versatile hammock sleeping system. But I made FIVE improvements for pitching, comfort, and versatility. Learn more in this FREE article.

Stoveless cold soaked meals are a staple of thru hikers who are weight-conscious. But there are many other benefits of stoveless "cooking" for other backcountry campers.

In this article I review the new Onewind Bridge Hammock. LOTS of potential with this innovative design - but some design flaws, too...

Start with the right boots for canoe tripping - OR convert an old pair of hiking boots for the wet foot portages of canoes or kayaks.

The S24O canoe trips is an abbreviation for Sub 24 hour Overnights. This is the PERFECT way to add adventures to your busy calendar.

Nessmuk wrote "Woodcraft" as a compilation of more than 50 years of outdoor and camping adventures. The Great Out There blog is MY compilation - ALSO of over 50 years of adventures and hard-earned experiences.

George W. Sears was a writer for Forest and Stream magazine in the 1880’s. He used the pen name Nessmuk and wrote the classic, "Woodcraft".