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Be BEAR Aware! Wildlife Photography Safety
Photography expeditions in the wilderness, particularly in bear territory, don't have to be a scary thing. By no means should you be...

Trail Guide Joe
Jan 9, 20212 min read
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Be BEAR Aware! Camping & Food Storage Safety
Camping in the wild, particularly in bear territory, doesn't have to be a scary thing. By no means should you be completely fearless...

Trail Guide Joe
Jan 2, 20214 min read
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Leave No Trace!
Maybe you've heard it before, "Take only pictures, leave only footprints". If not, you have now! This single line summarizes all 7...

Trail Guide Joe
Dec 21, 20204 min read
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What To Bring On Your Next Hike
If you've gone hiking or even taken a really long walk before, you've almost certainly had an item or two you should have remembered to...

Trail Guide Joe
Dec 19, 20203 min read
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How To Avoid Blisters On Your Next Hike
If you've gone hiking or even taken a long walks before, you've almost certainly had the painful and lasting experience of blisters....

Trail Guide Joe
Dec 13, 20202 min read
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Vandalism in the Parks? Not Cool!
It's time we talk about a serious problem plaguing our beautiful lands all across the world. Be it a national or local treasure,...

Trail Guide Joe
Dec 6, 20203 min read
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The Pros and Cons of Trailers
Like anything, towing a trailer has its pros and cons. A trailer can bring added storage and gear hauling capabilities but also a lot of...

Trail Guide Joe
Nov 29, 20203 min read
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Keep Wildlife Wild; Don't Feed the Wildlife!
FED Wildlife is DEAD wildlife! Signage from Zion National Park regarding feeding wildlife Habituation If you ever received a meal before,...

Trail Guide Joe
Nov 22, 20203 min read
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The Bare Essentials for a Successful Camping Trip
Packing for camping can seem more like moving than taking a vacation. So what do you really need to get the trip off on the right foot?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 19, 20202 min read
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2020 Campout #5 - Table Rock Lake State Park
This trip would be a special one for a lot of reasons. First, it would be the first time staying at Table Rock Lake State Park , a park I have visited in the past though, in my memory, have never stayed the night. Second, and perhaps the biggest reason for this trip being special, it would be an anniversary celebration! Of course, in the midst of a pandemic, you must take time out to celebrate the major life accomplishments! Lastly, this trip would not be the standard run-of

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 18, 20203 min read
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Tips for the Perfect Camping Trip
Not everyone is enthusiastic about camping so how do you make it as enjoyable as can be?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 13, 20203 min read
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2020 Campout #4 - Montauk State Park
October is here once again! And that can only mean one thing... The annual Montauk State Park trout fishing trip is here once again! The question to be asked is... will this be the year the trout drought ends?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 8, 20203 min read
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The Cons of Survivalist or Minimalist Camping
What is minimalist camping and who could possibly be a fan of this?!

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 8, 20202 min read
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The Pros of Survivalist or Minimalist Camping
What is minimalist camping and why should I like it or even try it?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 7, 20202 min read
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The Cons of Overlanding
Overlanding is surging in popularity so what's not to like?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 6, 20202 min read
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The Pros of Overlanding
Overlanding is surging in popularity so what's the draw?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 5, 20202 min read
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The Cons of Glamping or Cabin Camping
Glamping or Cabin Camping is surging in popularity so what's not to like?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 4, 20202 min read
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The Pros of Glamping or Cabin Camping
Glamping or Cabin Camping is surging in popularity so what's the draw?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 3, 20202 min read
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The Cons of Car Camping
Car camping is arguably the most popular type of camping so what's not to like?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 2, 20202 min read
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The Pros of Car Camping
Car camping is arguably the most popular type of camping so why is it so popular?

Trail Guide Joe
Oct 1, 20202 min read
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Severe Weather Awareness!
If there's one thing on this planet you cannot escape from, it's the weather. It's always there, good or bad, though you probably...


How to Properly Maintain Your Vehicle for Overlanding Adventures
Whether you are overlanding or just driving your daily commute, car maintenance is a must! By following a maintenance schedule, you can...


Overlanding - Car Survival Kit
When out on an extended overlanding adventure, or really any long road trip, you will likely plan - and over plan - for your own health...
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