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The Caribou Rock trail is an out and back trail from Hungry Jack road off of the Gunflint Trail to Rose Falls at the end. I would consider this to be one of, if not the most difficult hikes I’ve had. Certainly the hardest I’ve done in Minnesota. I’ve seen a lot of different mileage … Read more
I am a big fan of Hill People Gear packs, especially their harness strap system. While most of their packs are to heavy for me to routinely use, I do have a Tara pack from them that I enjoy using because the harness system is so comfortable to hike in. I previously had an Ute … Read more
Before the Minnesota DNR changed their park reservation policy, from being able to reserve a site one year in advance to four months, I had made a reservation for the constantly booked Tettegouche State Park in 2020. I had to set a calendar reminder for myself the full year in advance and remember while booking … Read more
I was weighing some of my gear, looking things over trying to figure out where I could drop a few ounces in anticipation of some longer hikes this summer. This is where all my kits stand right now, I don’t anticipate any major changes to this moving forward. Always happy to learn about new techniques … Read more
I picked up a GSI Coffee Rocket last year at an REI garage sale for around $5. I had already had the UL Java Drip and had used it a few times. I thought I’d brew identical cups of coffee and compare the two head to head. The Coffee Rocket comes in at 2.1 ounces, … Read more
This was just a quick overnight trip on the SHT. I wanted to test out some new gear and get out of the house, and I also didnt know what the trail conditions would be, so I planned on a quick outing. I made the drive up to Split Rock Lighthouse State Park and parked … Read more
This was without a doubt the hardest hike of my life. It was the first time ever for me that I couldn’t make it to my designated campsite. I got to the Fox Farm Road trailhead at about Noon. It was a clear day, the first in several weeks, and it was unseasonably warm, temps … Read more
A few months ago I was browsing estate sale listings and came across a fantastic deal on a big oak dining room table. I quickly ran over on my lunch break and bought the full set of chairs, table and leafs. The estate sale was located at the house of one Charles H Mertensotto of … Read more
A few months ago I purchased an old Optimus 8r stove to use for winter backpacking trips. Its a white gas stove which should’ve meant better cold weather performance. Unfortunately the one I bought off eBay was in pretty rough shape. The case was badly dinged up, there was quite a bit of soot and … Read more
A few weeks ago we ordered an instant coffee sampler from GarageGrownGear. Here are the results of our taste test: Cascade Coffee Roasters – Mountain Sunrise Taste OK Good Aroma Sort of like diner coffee, not good not bad 5/10 Campcraft Coffee – Light Medium Roast Not a fan of taste No discernible aroma Like … Read more