Interesting article about aspects of extreme cold weather clothing used by early explorers compared to modern day clothing. Which clothing do you think is the better performer?
Interesting forum thread discussing the merits of using stretchers or self-inflating mattresses for children when undertaking cold weather travel through the Australian desert.
Including a tarp in your day-pack makes sense anywhere you might have damp or cold-damp weather and you can string up a tarp and have a fire - for comfort or in an emergency.
These special socks will keep your feet both warm and dry in the outdoors. Their special technology works to wick away moisture and insulates your feet for warmth.
For the past few weeks, especially since the rolling cold waves descended on the Coastal Bend of Texas, we have spotted occasional ants scurrying across the ceiling of our camper.