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You probably already know that a compass and a paper map are part of the Ten Essentials. Understanding contour lines and learning to interpret that paper topo map (short for topographic … Continue Reading »

Understanding Contour Lines and Topo Maps You probably already know that a compass and a paper map are part of the Ten Essentials. Learning to interpret that paper topo map (short … Continue Reading »

PREPARING A TRUCK FOR TOWING – Setting up a new truck for safe trailer towing I got a new to me truck! She’s a 2019 Ford F450, diesel, 4×4 crew … Continue Reading »

ODE TO TRAIL WORKERS Many guidebooks, most maps, and the entire www.TrailMeisterwebsite are devoted to a series of squiggly lines. We study those streaks of ink, dream of being on … Continue Reading »

Using Your Phone as a GPS There’s one item that nearly everyone has on them most of the time. That same device in your pocket also happens to be an … Continue Reading »

Camping Without a Pack Horse – Smart and Savvy Tips for Solo Camping in the Backcountry Going on an overnight camping trip with just your trail horse is simple with … Continue Reading »

Latigo or Billets? I get a lot of questions about why I don’t use off billets, preferring instead to hang latigos on all four sides of my saddle. That is … Continue Reading »

When the Phone Says “No Service” When you’re out in the wild and need to call for help, don’t be surprised if your cellphone reads “No Service.” Losing your cell … Continue Reading »

DIY Camp Kitchen Boxes Morning coffee is the highlight of my day. But I don’t want the odors of breakfast to linger in the LQ. I needed a space to … Continue Reading »

Trailer Insulation is one of the first steps in any DIY build, and it’s also one of the most misunderstood. There’s a lot of misconceptions about trailer insulation, and people … Continue Reading »