Why boots when Tennies will work? With the recent development in lightweight gear it is easy to kick the heavy old leather boots of yore to the curb! The trick to going light and fast is first developing a good skill set. Check out books, outdoor programs, hint hint UWS Anyone? and attend seminars at your local outdoor stores. In many parts of the country a tarp will do nicely instead of carrying an entire tent. Watch the blog for some tips on pitching tarps soon. During the summer of 2006 I walked almost all the way across California and hardly ever had to pitch my tarp. When I did pitch it it was more than enough protection from the elements. Moving from a tent to a tarp set up is one of the easiest things you can do to reduce weight. A note of caution though. Make sure your missing the bug season. Nothing makes a miserable night like a whining mosquito in your ear! Ditch the tent,pitch the tarp, a good first step to the lightweight switch.
Stay tuned for more fun facts and tips and see you Under Western Skies soon!
Under Western Skies is a unique Adventure travel company based in Bozeman Montana. We are new to the business but not new to the industry with nearly 20 years in the field of adventure travel, guiding and outdoor education. Raft a remote wilderness river, learn to flyfish, go horsepacking, or explore canyons in the desert southwest. Where will your dreams take you? Let us help get you there! See you Under Western Skies.
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