Independent field notes
Practical field notes for planning thoughtful, comfortable camping trips across Canada.
Alex MorganSharing practical lessons from campsites across Canada.
A practical guide to identifying camping fuel types, storing leftovers safely, and using the proper Canadian disposal or recycling route for empty fuel canisters and stove fuel.
Read articleA practical framework for intermediate canoe campers to assess current, consequences, scouting, rescue options, group ability, and alternatives before committing to a river route.
Read articleA decision guide for weighing weather, site design, fuel, cooking needs, air quality, fire rules, and your willingness to manage a fire properly.
Read articleA practical system for carrying canoes and camping gear over Ontario and Quebec portages with fewer dropped items, sore shoulders, and confused return trips.
Read articleA practical three-day cooler packing system for car campers and families, covering ice, meal planning, drinks, food safety, daily access and leftovers.
Read articleA practical sequencing method for feeding a group with one camp-stove burner, using boiling, simmering, holding and serving steps that keep the stove line moving.
Read articlePractical methods for cooking rice, pasta, and grains at camp with predictable water, fuel, and timing.
Read articleHow to assess cold-water immersion risk and choose paddling clothing, layers, and backup gear for a capsize on Canadian water.
Read articleHow to protect gear, choose clothing, manage visibility, and build flexible plans for damp, windy coastal camping conditions.
Read articleA careful home routine for removing grit, drying fabric completely, checking poles, and preventing odours or mildew between seasons.
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