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For years I’ve been hoping to get out on a multi-day canoeing/fishing trip in the back country. We managed it finally and this is the result. Get out and make memories that will last.
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Gander Mountain Northern Lights 10-person tent with Vestibule
Setting up camp for a few days and need a bit of luxury? Check out Gander Mountain’s Northern Lights 10-person tent and vestibule. If you’re looking to go big on a budget then this tent is worth a look. Gander Mountain asked us if we were interested in checking out …
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Murtle Lake 2016 – Lightning, Fish and Food
Last year we introduced ourselves to the fantastic and unpredictable lake known as Murtle Lake. This year we went back with high expectations and good food… It did not disappoint. Never trust the forecast when you head up there. A week before, the weather reports stated solid rain. What awaited …
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Farm Updates: August 2016 – Apples, Pigs, and more
Wonder what has been keeping us busy? Check out this video update and give us your feedback. The Pigs are getting fantastically large. The chickens still lay 12 egss a day (and sometimes a double yolker). The plums and apples are ripe. The hay is cut and we’re tired out.
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A taste of what makes farmers tough #farmlife
You wait for the perfect window – at least 3 days – enough time to cut, rake, pile and then bale it… Then, when you see the perfect window where sunny skies and hot days are forecast you make the leap, hoping the forecast stays true. In those 3-4 days rain …
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Woolpro 100% Merino Wool Layers
We’re always eager to try out Merino wool layers, so when WoolPro reached out to us with not just an offer for some clothing, but with a 178 year old story that went with it, our interest was piqued. WoolPro (Est. 2012) is the brainchild of Charlie and Owen Merrow, …
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Paleo Meals to Go – The Best Freeze Dried meals we’ve tasted
I don’t follow a Paleo diet, but if it tastes as good as these meals I might. Paleo Meals to Go sent us 3 of their gluten free, grain free, milk free, soy free, nut free, shelf stable, and protein-rich freeze dried meals to test out and they were all fantastic. They …
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Mr & Mrs Adventure Hike the Monashees
With 4 kids and a handful of pets – it’s easy to confuse which is which – spending time with one’s spouse is easily (and often) relegated to the back burner. Gfor that reason that we decided to make an impromptu escape for some misadventures with Mrs. Adventure. I think this …
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June Farm Updates – Video
Well, you’ve heard that we’re doing a little hobby farming on the side. If you want to see a bit about what we’re up to then take a look at the video above. Oh, and it was a Double-yolker. Don’t miss are awesome ’70s carpet in the bottom corner of …
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The North Face Talus 3 Tent
The Talus 3 is a tent that can take abuse , protect you from the elements and is still packable enough to take on your backpacking trip. Live Out There contacted us, asking us for our honest opinions of this tent by The North Face and we are happy to …
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Farm Life Updates: Chickens before Eggs and other projects
Things have been busy over the last few weeks at the farm. We’re still in setup mode, and a lot of work is still needed to be done. The kids have been staying involved, which is great. They’ve taken on the tasks with excitement and are happy to announce, “yay, …
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Teton Sports Adventurer Cot & Comfortlite Sleeping Pad
Over a year ago we picked up two Teton Sports Adventurer Cots and Regular Comfortlite Self Inflating Sleeping Pads (2″) and boy are we glad we did. We bought them for car camping and they have been awesome. They’re easy to setup, incredibly sturdy and and built to last. Let’s take …
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