Recent content by maddscot

Wilderness First Aid and Responder certified, and need to get a refresh. Mine was needed due to backcountry wilderness survival courses (trainer and badge counselor) as well as Naturalist for hikes for flora, fauna and Native American culture. Also was doing thru-hikes and backcountry out and...

Currently running an iPad mini linked to a XGPS 150A device, seems to work well in my trials (newbie to the Gaia but not mapping). Have seen this used by others as well as the downloading of maps prior to trip. Great Gaia thread in the OB forum (a lot of information and reading)

Interesting topic, I have hiked in all bear country areas for extended back country hikes and thru-hike/section hikes. However that experience is a total different "animal" as we don't have a full vehicle of stuff with us. Minimalist packing and concerns only. Always have stored food...

I do and thanks!

We love the fishing up there! Planning to head out once these North Texas rains stop (but it is Spring, and it is Texas). Typically get a cabin due to family needs and wants, but I head out for a day trail ride and at times a camp spot. Would like to also get recommendations on trails and...

Interesting thread, as always it seems when it comes to firearms. I carry when I am out, always. I do so for my protection, by critter or creep. That being said, I was in law enforcement, high level security and have been trained and take training to this day. I have hiked backcountry...

I really do like the low profile and hard shell/set up of these tents. However the price is a bit hard to swallow, but understand these can be $$ for a reason. For my JLUR it would be perfect (I typically am solo with friends, or me and the better half) but add in the price of the rack needed...

Will have to look into that one... thx!

This! I have Yeti, RTiC as well and they are very good. However we had to get a cooler during a trip and swung by Walmart. Picked up a soft side Ozark for the beach, and a large Ozark cooler that kept our food and perishables fresh and cool the entire trip. I don't spend the $$ anymore as...

Way late to the party.... newbie here, McKinney Tx.

I finally after much research and bank account reviews went with the Outdoor Adventures table. Too many good reviews, ease of installation (though I can't believe any are too hard vs a trail mech failure) and it looks clean. Was also looking at the RSE one as well.

Neither Liberal or Conservative, but I carry. I have a Texas CCW, but also have a few years of training from public & private service, tactical requirements, and being in the outdoors. My personal belief on CCW is you should carry when able/allowed if you took the time to take the class and...

A bit about me... Lover of the outdoors, nature and good people, especially if they have beer. Been a back-country hiker, conservancy naturalist and guide teaching others about the outdoors as well as native american culture in the So Cal area. Moved to North Texas a few years back with my job...