Walking tacos are a great meal that is fast to prepare and tasty. Enjoy at home or prepare in advance for camping. Here's the EASY way!

Cold-soaked oats are simple to prepare, nutritious and inexpensive. This breakfast is my favorite at home and in camp, with tasty variations

Maple Syrup Energy Shots are a healthy and handy source of energy. They contain 100% natural, pure, vegan, paleo Wisconsin maple syrup.

Don't stress over camping meals! But don't eat inadequate or lousy foods you would NEVER touch at home. Learn how to eat WELL and SIMPLY ...

My review of the ENO Skylite bridge hammock. This hammock packs the most design features with the best price on the market. Read more...

Loaded mashed potatoes are the most popular backcountry meal for MANY reasons. Learn how to make your meal easier and more nutritious.

Don't waste your money on an EXPENSIVE campfire grate. Shop for a BETTER and CHEAPER alternative!

Use your frying pan and two pie plates to make a Dutch oven for campfire cooking. Enjoy fresh biscuits and cobblers in camp.

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.

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

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

There are many benefits of continuous ridgeline when pitching a tarp for shelter or hammock camping. Learn the advantages in this article.

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.

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

Part 2: Learn how to hang your hammock properly for safety and comfort. We discuss the hammock, tree straps, and suspension.

Hammock camping is increasing in popularity. But hammock camping mistakes prevent many people from enjoying the outings. Avoid the mistakes.

The ”Singing Wilderness” can be found at any latitude. It can also be found in both short visits and long expeditions.

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".

The Great Out There blog is the intersection between all types of camping and outdoor adventures, and the many means of accessing Nature.