New Flame
What It Is: Truth be told I really struggled with picking just one photo for this post. Why? Because there are so many different variations of this core product – the cordless, outdoor-friendly,...
View ArticleTwo Peas In A Pod
What It Is: Exactly what it looks like, I suppose – The Big Agnes Dream Island is a dual-sleeping bag with high-performance features, perfect for all those camping snuggle buddies on your shopping...
View ArticleInto The Woods
As we sail into the second half of summer (and hopefully a warm fall), you may be giving the fisheye to that crusty ol’ rusty ol’ patio set that’s spoiling your otherwise pristine view of nature;...
View ArticleKnife To Meet You
What It Is: A line of consumer-designed knives from Victorinox Swiss Army. For the last few years now, Victorinox Swiss Army has allowed users from all over the world to submit their designs to be...
View ArticleThe Cat Came Back
What It Is:If you own a pet that loves to roam the great outdoors (and really, what furry friend doesn’t?), you may have had one or two worrisome nights where you couldn’t easily track down your...
View ArticleSmash It
What It Is:A totally portable badminton set, including a pop-up net, four racquets, two shuttlecocks, and a handy carrying case to stash it all away when not in use. Lightweight and easy to set up,...
View ArticlePlug & Play
What It Is:So I know camping is all about escaping the daily grind and how connected we all are…but wouldn’t your next outing be more fun if you could play some music as you sit around the campfire? Or...
View ArticleA Shore Thing
Where I grew up, one of the most common phrases someone uttered come Friday was, “I’m going to the lake this weekend.” The proverbial ‘lake’ means many things to many people – anything from a lot to...
View Article10 for $10: Beach Bag Edition
As of writing this post, my city has had a pretty blazing hot summer – at least for the last week or so. Not that I’m complaining (although some AC would be nice!) Anyway if you’re looking to escape...
View ArticleFun & Games
With just a few weeks back before ‘life as we know it’ resumes – i.e. the cold weather sets in and the kids head back to school – I thought it’d be fun to round up some easy ways to have some family...
View ArticleFrosty The Bro-Man
Let’s get to it shall we? Today marks the first of many themed gift guides for the season. For the third year, I’m writing a guide geared toward ‘bros’ – whether by blood, by kinship, or by pure manly...
View ArticleWherever You Will Go
We are in the FINAL stretch toward the holidays – with Christmas just 12 days away, now might be a good time to start singing songs about maids-a-milking and golden rings. If you’e still stumped for...
View ArticleSoon It Will Be Christmas Day
Not sure if you’ve looked at the calendar lately, but Christmas Eve is just a mere five days away (not including today). That’s…a little nuts. Hopefully by now you’ve got the bulk of your shopping...
View ArticleSparks Are Flying
What It Is: Looking ahead to warmer weather means outfitting yourself for whatever you may encounter when on the hiking trail, campsite, or other outdoor adventure you’re tackling. One nifty idea is...
View ArticleHow Does Your Garden Grow?
What It Is: A ‘smart’ irrigation system for keeping your lawn and plants looking as fresh and green as can be. Rachio is an easy-to-set-up device that replaces your current sprinkler box. From there,...
View ArticleWalk It Off
What It Is: Late last year, I featured a really cool brand I discovered called BungyPump. In summary, this brand has reinvented the walking stick to deliver resistance with every step, maximizing your...
View ArticleIf The Canoe Fits…
What It Is: I genuinely love checking out products on the likes of Kickstarter – such amazing innovations and usually you can nab deals (or at least be the first of your friends to show something...
View ArticleFind of the Month: senz°
As I’m writing this, it’s raining. As many of you will be reading this, it’s probably raining. That’s right folks: we’re headed for the rainy season. You know what they say…April showers bring May...
View ArticleCool Pops: Coleman Wants to Help Dad Be Cool for the Summer
What It Is: Is dad an outdoorsy type? Whether he’s watching the big game, camping in the woods, or spending the day with a rod in one hand and a beer in the other – Coleman has got you covered. Their...
View ArticleField Day: Get Set for Camping Season with FieldCandy
What It Is: An utterly adorable and charming collection of tents perfect for the summer season (or beyond). Whether you’re camping in one of Canada’s National Parks for a weekend, hiking a trail,...
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