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Adding A Solo Seat to the Sportspal 12-Foot Canoe
Installing a web seat in a Sportspal canoe for paddling and rowing.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 19, 20233 min read


Save Fuel, Save Time With A Cooking Pot Cozy
A pot cozy is only a layer of insulation around the pot. This insulation saves fuel since you can set the food aside and turn off the stove.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 18, 20232 min read


Shop Smart and SAVE 27%, 37% or MORE on Freeze-Dried Foods
When order at least $99.00 of THRIVE foods you will qualify for the wholesale discount and save 15% on the food and 12% on shipping!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 14, 20238 min read


Enjoy All the Benefits of Freeze Dried Foods for FREE
Refer a friend and they can save 27% on their food purchases - while you receive a 10% referral credit on your next order!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 24, 20235 min read


Randy's Choice: BEST Camping and Hammock Tarp
The BEST camping and hammock tarp provides maximum protection, versatility, and is ultralight. This article describes Randy's choice.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 22, 20238 min read


The Forgotten, Versatile Poncho
The poncho is a timeless piece of outdoor gear. But many people have not learned the MANY advantages for outdoor activities. Learn more!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 18, 20232 min read


Fresh Pineapple Year-Round
Enjoy the taste FRESH pineapple all year round. AND benefit from the FULL nutrients of fresh-picked pineapple with 40% MORE vitamin C!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 15, 20233 min read


Part 3: How to Stay DRY When Hammock Camping
How to stay dry when hammock camping. Learn what to look for when choosing a camping tarp, and how to pitch it for best results.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 13, 20235 min read


Insect Protection in the Great Out There
Nothing ruins The Great Out There faster than swarming bugs! Learn the PROVEN gear and methods for insect protection and enjoy ...

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 10, 20234 min read


Hammock Camping Myths and Common Mistakes
Hammock camping is increasing in popularity. But hammock camping mistakes prevent many people from enjoying the outings. Avoid the mistakes.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 9, 20235 min read


Part Three: How to Prepare the Healthiest, Most Nutritious Meals for Home and Camp
Your FRESH produce is months old, with only a fraction of the nutrients remaining? Learn about the cost-saving, nutritious alternative.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 3, 20238 min read


Part Two: Plan the SAME Meals for Camping that You Enjoy at HOME with a Food Dehydrator!
A food dehydrator can be a great way to add quality foods and complete meals to your camping menus. Enjoy your favorite HOME cooking!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 3, 20235 min read


Why Settle for Mediocre Camp Food? Enjoy GREAT Camping Meals!
Don't tolerate substandard camping meals. Learn how to prepare the SAME meals you love at home!

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 2, 20234 min read


The Way of the Canoe | Sigurd F. Olson
There is magic in the feel of a paddle and the movement of a canoe, a magic of distance, adventure, solitude, and peace.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jan 31, 20232 min read


The Singing Wilderness | Capturing the Essence of the Primitive
The ”Singing Wilderness” can be found at any latitude. It can also be found in both short visits and long expeditions.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jan 28, 20233 min read


Review: My Choice of Food Dehydrator
The NESCO Snackmaster is my choice of food dehydrator. It has all the features I need at a bargain price. I give it an honest 5-Star rating.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jan 25, 20232 min read


Review: Backcountry Eats, by Kevin Ride
A review of Backcountry Eats, by Kevin Ride. Everything you need to know to make your own hearty, one-pot meals for backcountry adventures.

Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jan 25, 20235 min read


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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