Dog tags have been the main source of identification for soliders for decades. And they work for backpacking as well.
Rather than carry a wallet or other identification in the wilderness, I wear a lanyard around my neck with a dog tag that gives my vitals: name, phone number and healthcare plan ID. I also […]
The problem with all flashlights and headlamps is that they run on batteries and batteries wear out. And, they often wear out at the least convenient time — like nighttime when you're trying to cook dinner in the dark or finding your way around camp on a moonless night.
I've found a lightweight (4 ounce) answer […]
Shedding Light on Flashlights
I recently stopped in a non-profit, volunteer “environmental center” where I discovered the Excalibur Micro Forever Flashlight, a 3.5-ounce light suitable for lightweight backpacking that requires no batteries and has a single LED (light emitting diode). Although I own at least four flashlights in the form of headlamps or small hand-helds […]
