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Take care of your state lands
There’s a section of state land near my house where I like to go to feel like I’m away from all the pressures of civilization for a while. It’s not far from town, and it’s […]
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There’s just too much to do
I overheard a group of high school-aged kids complaining that there’s nothing to do around here the other day. It was a complaint I just couldn’t wrap my mind around. I mean, it’s fall in […]
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Keep our public lands public
I’m not a big fan of one-size-fits-all federal oversight. I also tend to be skeptical of people in Washington, D.C., telling us how things should be out here on the other side of the continent. […]
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Dodge Durango Citadel is just that — a fortress
I was excited to test the Dodge Durango a few weeks ago, for a couple of reasons. First of all, it was the first time I’ve ever had the chance to drive Dodge’s flagship SUV. […]
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Make sure you have the right camp cook
While you’re planning your camping trips this summer, keep in mind that the most important thing you bring along may well be the camp cook. If nobody in your party is a good camp chef, […]
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Fishing continues to take a back seat to rodeo
I’ve written columns and posted blog entries about being married to a barrel racer, and how all that rodeoing cuts into my hunting and fishing time. Even when we’re not out on the rodeo trail, […]
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Hey, at least kids are finally getting outside
I’m surprised it took until now for a smart phone app to get people to get off the couch and get outside. There have been a few apps that reward people for “checking in” at […]
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Beat the heat by going higher
I can’t stand heat. I’d rather be cold than hot. Part of it is just how I’m wired. I just don’t do well when I’m overheated. If I’m doing any kind of exercise, I sweat […]
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I think I have a case of toy envy
I was waiting for my kids to clean up their toys the other day, and my mind started drifting to the toys I’d like to have myself. As Colby was puttering toward the toy chest […]
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Good rain gear is worth its price tag
I don’t know how many times I’ve been caught in the rain without any protection from the falling water. I’m pretty bad about heading off into the wilds without something waterproof to pull on if […]