Swimming Slots and Intentional Living
Last spring, I spent 10 days exploring the water, canyons, slots, and mesas of Glen Canyon. One of my fondest memories was taking my friend and his 70-year old parents on a little bit…
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“I just want to be with my friends…”
Photo: Teenagers are social creatures. Why not let them enjoy each other on top of a 10,000 foot ridge instead of a bunk bed in a cabin down in the valley? When they earn…
Group Gear for Lightweight Wilderness Travel
Introduction Last week I spent four days in the Bob Marshall Wilderness with Scout Leaders from around the country training them in the art and practice of ultralight backpacking techniques for the Backpacking Light / Montana…
Are You Stealing Opportunity for Character Development From Your Scouts?
"It's too cold!" "Trekking is a summer activity!" "Sleep in a snow WHAT?" [hr] When I bring up the prospect of a ski trek, I expect these sorts of reactions from some mothers, a…
Scout Leader Training: Ultralight Backpacking
In May 2010 I had the privilege of teaching one of the most exciting courses ever to Scout Leaders from across North America. They came from Alberta, the District of Columbia, Virginia, Oklahoma, Texas,…