Appalachian Trail Conservancy Seasonal Employment – Get Paid to Hike!
Photo by: Mike Swanson, Appalachian Trail ConservancyHow many of us have ever dreamed of the perfect outdoor job? Getting paid to hike, camp, or backpack seems too good to be true. But for the right person it could be a dream come true. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is currently accepting application for 2011 Rdigerunners and Caretakes. Ridgerunners are assigned to hike specific sections of the A.T., while Caretakers remain at specific overnight sites.According to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC): ATC
Another Sale – Up to 55% off Kelty – Plus Free $10 Credit
Left Lane sports has been running some huge sales this month trying to get everyone geared up by Christmas. Today they started a sale on Kelty backpacks, sleeping bags, and tents. Once again, when you follow this link you will receive a free $10 credit when you sign up. Left lane sports guarantees arrival by December 24 on orders of $50 or more. Click here to receive a free $10 credit when you sign up.
50% off Nemo Tents at The Clymb – Plus $10 Free Credit
The Clymb is running a sale with 50% off Nemo Tents. Nemo is a leading innovator in backpacking tent designs. Plus when you follow this link and sign up you will receive a free $10 Credit.The Clymb is also running sales on Sterling Rope, Biomega Bikes and Looptwoorks apparelAll orders are guaranteed by Christmas if placed before midnight tonight (Dec 16th). Click here to receive a free $10 credit when you sign up. You must be a member to view the
Gerber Crucial Multi Tool – Review
For the last week or so I have been carrying around a Gerber Crucial Multi-Tool. The folks at OutdoorPros.com were kind enough to send me one to review. I admit that I haven’t been able to take the tool on any outdoor adventures…but then again the tool seems to be more of an everyday multi-tool then a backpacking tool.At first look the Gerber Crucial is a very attractive tool. The charcoal and green colors are unique and give the
Up to 70% off Gregory Adventure Packs – Plus Free $10 Credit
Left Lane Sports has just begun a sale on Gregory Adventure Packs. Prices range from 50% - 70% off. Follow this link and receive a free $10 credit when you sign up.Click Here to receive a free $10 credit when you sign up.Below is only a sample of what they have on sale. Go check it out.
2011 Big Bend National Park Calendar – $14.99
I have been trying to avoid writing a post about “outdoor gift ideas.” That is until I ran across the Big Bend National Park 2011 Calendar.When I have the time I like to poke around on BigBendChat.com…a outdoor forum for all things BigBend. Every year photos are submitted by forum members to be included in the annual calendar. This year some wonderful pictures have been selected. I thought I wouldn’t be saying this…but…it’s the perfect gift for that outdoorsy person
Texas gets Punked with America The Beautiful Quarters
You may have seen the new “America the Beautiful” quarters the last time you recived change. The United States Mint has started a Quarter series featuring five unique quarter designs each year. The designs are similar to the “50 States Quarters Program” but the new coins honor national parks and national sites.2011 America the Beautiful QuartersThe coins you may have seen were the first released. The designs honor Hot Springs, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, and Mount Hood. 2011 will honor
Last Chance to get a Davis Mountain Preserve Christmas Tree
This coming Saturday (December 11th) is the last chance to get a real Texas grown Christmas tree from The Nature Conservancy’s Davis Mountain Preserve. Every year the Davis Mountain Preserve opens the property to the public for their annual Christmas Tree Hunt. During this time the public is encouraged to come and select a naturally growing tree from the high alpine forest of the Davis Mountains. There are sure to be lots of good Christmas Trees growing naturally at the
Big Rocks Park – Glen Rose, Texas
The town of Glen Rose is one of my favorite small Texas towns. I have gone there many times with my family and friends to paddle the Brazos River, play in the Paluxy River, or see Dinosaur Valley State Park. Every time I have I pass through a small city park has caught my attention.Big Rocks Park
Out of the Shadows – 2010 HD Ski Film from Dendrite Studios – On Sale $1.99
Dendrite Studios has released the "most affordable professional ski film on the planet Earth." The debut 2010 ski film "Out of the Shadows." In high definition no less.Dendrite Studios is offering a "pay what you want rate" becaues "sometimes $30 for a film is just not feasible." Dendrite is leaving it up to you to decide what this film is worth to you. "So pay $1.99 if that's what you can afford. If you are feeling