Set on the desert in south western America, which I enjoy. I am practicing the skills necessary ahead of time because if I can’t start a fire or find water or trap and cook competently prior to embarking with finality, I won’t last. Once I am competent I plan to never return to civilization except maybe every couple of years for a day or so, if that.

Any books or recommendations on places or equipment are welcome.

I want to get into some winter camping (pine woodlands) and the colder it is the quieter it is out there. As such I want to take a stove with me for a cosy time, reading and carving things inside a warm tent. I'm on a basic budget but these are what I'm thinking. I don't care to spend extra on titanium even though it is half the weight, I will just take more rest stops.

Which of these tents would you choose? Or which other? First tent (picrel) only fits1 person, stove inside main compartment - needs a heat mat

Hi Anons
Bit of background.
I am a single Dad to a teen son. We have been hiking together and enjoying the outdoors since he was able to walk.
The problem is he has grown A LOT in the past year.
Right now his foot size is 2.5 sizes larger than mine and he is almost as tall as me at only 13 yrs old.

Finding boots that fit his foot size is ok but he has these huge calf muscles that can't fit inside the shaft of the boot. And if we do find something that sort of fits he runs out of lace to tie them up.

It's the same with socks. I tried XXL merino wool socks from Cabelas and while they fit his foot they are digging into his calf muscles and causing pain just trying them on.

He says he wants to just wear ankle socks and running shoes but that is a no go because I'm concerned about him rolling his ankles.
Will I have to go custom? Or can any anons recommend some hiking boot/socks brands for larger people?
picrel my Lowa Boots

Hey /out/, what’s a good breathable neck gaiter and/or balaclava? I’d also like it to muffle my speech as little as possible. No padding (it would be in warm weather), Forest/ranger green preferred but black or tan would also work.
I’d ask over in /k/ but they’re a tranny colony now and would probably question why I need it and spazz out.

Do you attend to your equipment after a good hike?

https://www.outdoorlife.com/survival/elk-hunters-missing-colorado-search/

They're dead, aren't they?

Talked to some folks from the area, I'm a bit north, they say they have no chance.

>San Juan Mtns near Durango

Seek recommendations and discuss coldweather gear. Mittens, hats, coats, snowshoes, etc.

It's officially the first day of autumn!

How do we solve the tourist issues in western national parks?

Why do you not have a furry four legged best friend to come /out/ with you anon? They are the perfect hiking and camping companions.