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Kayak Hammock Camping | Upper Wisconsin River Float Trip with PEDAL Kayak!
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.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 188 min read
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FIVE Improvements to the Haven Tent
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.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 87 min read
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Learning MINIMALIST Cold-Soaked STOVELESS Camping Meals from a Thru Hiker!
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.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 112 min read
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UPDATED Review: Onewind Bridge Hammock
In this article I review the new Onewind Bridge Hammock. LOTS of potential with this innovative design - but some design flaws, too...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jul 17, 20235 min read
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Camping on the Cheap | Boots for Wet Canoe or Kayak Portages
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.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 29, 20233 min read
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Canoe Tripping 101. Start Close to Home with S24O Canoe Trips!
The S24O canoe trips is an abbreviation for Sub 24 hour Overnights. This is the PERFECT way to add adventures to your busy calendar.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 21, 20235 min read
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Who Is George W. Sears? What Is "Nessmuk"?
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".

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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