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Best Axes for Splitting Wood / Winter Camping
Best Axes for Splitting Wood / Winter Camping
Gear & Equipment | Tim Foley | 11-03-2020
Whether you're a new or seasoned winter camper, knowing which axe is best to use for cutting and splitting wood will save you time and work. In this video, we'll review some splitting axes we recommend including the Gransfors Bruks Maul, Large Splitting, Small Splitting Axe, and Splitting Hatchet. Also learn how the head shape, weight, and design of the axe or hatchet handle help with your precision and accuracy when cutting and splitting wood.
How Important Is Axe Handle Wood Grain Orientation?
How Important Is Axe Handle Wood Grain Orientation?
Gear & Equipment | 08-05-2019
The short answer, is that grain structure and minutiae of your axe handle has nothing to do with how your axe performs, or it's longevity. Learn more from Gabriel Branby, previous owner of axe maker Gransfors Bruk.
Esker Tent and Stove Set Up: Part 3 (Using a Pole Kit)
Esker Tent and Stove Set Up: Part 3 (Using a Pole Kit)
Gear & Equipment | Tim Foley | 12-02-2019
Tim shows how simple it is to get your Esker tent set up for camping when using an aluminum pole kit. Conveniently get your tent up-and-running in no time after watching this video. Happy winter camping!
Esker Tent and Stove Set Up: Part 2 (Kni-Co Stove Set Up)
Esker Tent and Stove Set Up: Part 2 (Kni-Co Stove Set Up)
Gear & Equipment | Tim Foley | 12-02-2019
Watch Tim show you how to set up your Kni-Co Alaskan Junior Stove in your Esker tent. Learn key things to look out for when working with a hot accessory, and secrets to make set up simple and seamless.
Esker Tent and Stove Set Up: Part 1 (Bushcraft Tent Set Up)
Esker Tent and Stove Set Up: Part 1 (Bushcraft Tent Set Up)
Gear & Equipment | Tim Foley | 11-02-2019
Learn how to set up an Esker tent, bushcraft style - meaning using only the tools of nature. Watch as Tim walks you through the process, sharing the tricks of the trade.
Best Fuel for Trangia Stoves
Best Fuel for Trangia Stoves
Gear & Equipment | Tim Foley | 09-02-2017
Meths, Methanol, Ethanol, Methyl Hydrate, Denatured Alcohol, Isopropyl Alcohol - sourcing fuel alcohols can be tricky to the uninitiated. In this Vlog episode, Tim takes us through alcohols fuels and other available fuel types in Canada for Trangia stoves and cooksets.
Edible and Medicinal Plants of Canada Field Guide
Edible and Medicinal Plants of Canada Field Guide
Gear & Equipment | 17-08-2015
Aaron from The Canadian Outdoor Equipment Co. takes us through an overview and usage of The Edible and Medicial Plants of Canada while at home and in the field.
Expert Review: Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park Map
Expert Review: Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park Map
Gear & Equipment | 15-07-2015
During Rob's hiking trip to Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Park, he made extensive use of Explore the Backcountry's map of the park. In this blog post, he fills us in on the park and using the map on his trip.
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