The weather in the Bitterroot valley is unpredictable; springtime, especially, can vary between two extremes in as quick as one hour. When you stay the night in the mountains you need to be prepared. So, when you go to purchase your next sleeping bag, or you have to decide which bag to pack for your next trip, here’s a few [...]
Whether we like it or not the phone has become as much a tool for safety in the wilderness as it is helpful. You might need your phone to call for help, keep the time, etc. But you may also use it for directions; the IPhone, for instance, has proven to be an effective tool for navigation, and in some [...]
The Bitterroot Valley is an expansive, wild place, where in every direction there seems to be an endless possibility for adventure. And one of the most popular ways to appreciate the area is hiking the vast network of trails. Here is a checklist for what to bring on a hike; it’s extensive enough that to keep you prepared and safe [...]
There are few outdoor places more scenic and wild to camp in than the Bitterroot Valley. It’s amazing when you think of all the Bitterroot Valley’s available country through which a person can hike and stay a few quiet, peaceful nights out in a tent. And if you plan to soon visit the scenic landscape of the Bitterroot Valley, and [...]
After we learn to tie our shoes many of us don’t put any more thought into the technique. But did you know that simple but irritating foot problems, such as blisters, are prevented with a little know-how. Here’s a few lacing tips and tricks, and the process of tying several different knots, that will keep you out on the trail [...]
Mountain Biking adventures are prevalent in the Bitterroot Valley; anyone, from the most advanced to the very novice can find both rugged and single-track-type trails to ride. Remember there are risks involved in mountain bike riding. It’s important to know the area in which you plan to ride—know the distances and the general routes the trails take (an unexpected fork [...]
Bird watching is a terrific hobby. It’s a hobby that gives us another reason to spend time outdoors, enjoying the wilderness throughout the Bitterroot Valley. Now you don’t need any special equipment to begin bird watching; you can simply go out into the outdoors and commune with nature. But the hobby of bird watching, which is also often referred to [...]
Hopefully you will never need a quality first aid kit in the field. But, if or when you do need one, having a well-packed, freshly-stocked, and accessible kit makes all the difference. You can purchase a first aid kit at an outdoors store and you may find that everything within the kit suits your needs. But there are advantages to [...]
Using a bear canister is the only way you can truly keep those animals out of your food supply. Hanging your pack from a tree works, but only when the bear stays on the ground. Black bears can easily climb trees, and, as luck might have it, a determined grizzly might find a way. But packs hung in trees are [...]
With spring’s runoff dwindling, fisherman will again be stepping into the river and the creeks of the Bitterroot Valley—notably, the Bitterroot River. Fly fishing in a stream is an incredibly enjoyable and rewarding experience. The time on the water casting a fly to a trout can enrich your life. But, there are also dangers to fly fishing. Notably, wading in [...]