Have any anons ever hiked in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec? I'm talking proper hikes with serious vert and scrambling, not boomer tourist paths. Is the hiking there worth the extra drive time from the US vs. doing the usual hiking vacations in the Adirondacks and Appalachians.
>>2871447Yes many times, my family has a cottage there and I've gone hiking all over the place. 10 years ago it was a lot more remote with just a handful of boomer retirees and forestry workers but now it's full of yuppies on vacation, Jeets and federal forest jannies but there are still some off the beaten track spots. Mont Tremblant National Park has good elevations but the area around Mont Tremblant itself is tourist hell. Everywhere north of Lac Oureau and east towards route 131 / Mastigouche Wildlife Reserve is still uninhabited wilderness filled with hills and low mountains. They're often quite steep and have a lot of slippery bare rock or just a few inches of topsoil so they can be dangerous to climb. Altitudes are about 600meters on average and sometimes drop directly into lakes or valleys with no sloping. The other thing to consider is that mountains are usually separated by large swaths of swamp or bog and you will be eaten alive by mosquitos, horseflies and blackflies. There's a reason nobody lives there. Find a good topography map before you go hike into any lowland areas to make sure it's not just an impassable swamp.
>>2871522This is a complete answer. Before opening the thread my first thought was "I hope you like mosquitoes and swamps".
Hey all. Are decorative pond turtles like red ears, yellow bellies, yellow cheeks etc. worth eating? They're invasive where I live (as I imagine they are in lots of places) and I've heard turtle is good eats. (Already looked up how to dispatch/clean, simpler than I imagined) Question is, are these species in particular any good? Anyone have experience with harvesting this kind of turtle? Is the amount of meat worth the hassle, and how's the taste? Sorry if this is the wrong board, didn't seem right to post about trapping and eating on /an/
>>2871472>NOOOOO FUCK YOU MOM IM NOT GETTING A JOB IM GOING TO RUN INNAWOODS AND SURVIVE OFF TURTLES
>>2871472>Fuck you Dad haver! I'm sure yours will be back with the milk someday my brown frond!
>>2871544nobody said that
>>2871511Throughout history, sea turtles and giant tortoises have been widely celebrated as a culinary delicacy. Explorers, pirates, and sailors famously hunted them because their meat was highly versatile, and the distinct parts were said to taste like a rich mix of veal, beef, chicken, and decadent seafood.
>>2871588No sea turtles and tortoises are easy to catch and easy to keep on a boat. You can just load up a bunch of turtles off the Galapagos and have meat the whole time. Sailors ate a lot of salt cod too does that mean it tastes good?
Is this the best place to see the solar eclipse 12th August 2026?
https://peakvisor.com/panorama.html?lat=41.336543952656&lng=-2.3683985116742576&alt=1153&yaw=-66.80&pitch=-1.77&hfov=60.00apparently nothing should be blocking the view
It's close to the centre of the path of the totality, has okayish cloud coverage (unlike northern coast), and apparently it's a short hike from nearest train/bus station.
>>2870549>close to the centre of the path of the totalitynot overly important for total eclipses, height over the horizon is more important and that location is unnecessarily too far eastt. i will land in Madrid the day before and decide once there based on weather
>>2870547>El Gallo de MoronNo but it's your best bet since you probably don't live too far away LMAOOOOOOOOOO
What size sleeping bag would I need for a 4 foot 8 adult male? Should I get a women's or do they make smaller ones? Should I just deal with the extra space? Picture unrelated, it's not me, so stop asking.
Different anon: I live in the Midwest. I'm a big outdoorsman, but I don't camp, which is something I'd like to do more in order to save some money, mostly camping in or near my car. I want to get a sleeping bag. Should I get a 20 degree or 35 degree bag? I run cold, and I like going /out/ all 4 seasons. I had a traumatic experience camping in the snow as a kid, so I don't think I will do that again. I'm thinking maybe a 20 degree bag and then later getting a quilt for the summer or maybe a 35 degree bag and quilt. I really have no idea what I'm getting into.
>>2870889>4 foot 8 adult male
I spent 350 EUR on a 200cm sleeping bag last weekI don’t regret it but it was too much.>>2870889Apparently you want 10cms longer than your body height (unless its a summer sleeping bag that doesn’t actually need to keep you warm
>>2870889>4 foot 8>adult>malePick 2
>>2870889Buy a double so you can wake up in the middle of the night to a hard cock pressin against them cheeks
moved far away from the city and my nose is fully clear and not stuffed up even slightly for the first time in 20 years
>>2871325Good god, man. Just go outside. Go for a hike. See some unique mushrooms, pretty wildflowers, cool birds, a neat rock formation, anything. Please just go outside.
>>2871326I spend more time outside than you doebeit
Why light up the skyscrapers at night if people aren't working inside? Isn't it just light pollution?
>>2871325They are. They’re toxic politically and psychologically as well as environmentally too.
>>2871325It's made worse by all the 5G towers everywhere. They are trying to kill us.
Is this a good shoe? I'm looking for a shoe that's under $100 just for walking on trails. I'm into outdoor photography and most of the paths I walk on art dirt and gravel. The main issue I have is walking in mud when it rained the day before, so looking for something that I can easily wash off. I'm not and /out/ person really. But I do have to walk on trails to get to shooting spots.
>>2870218those are fine for what you need but since you dont need anything special i would just shop the clearance section on basspro and you may find something better for less.
>>2870218no. terrex line sucks. i've had 3 pairs and they all didn't last 4 years all together. better get ANY salomon, better quality, better durability, and if you have wide caveman foot like me, they'll be far more comfortable. also lowa and scarpa have good shoes, because leather > PU shit/nylon webbing. always.
Can anybody recommend good types of walking sandals. I know those typically don't go together very well, for hiking I use a good pair of shoes obviously, but for longer day walks / trail walks I prefer to feel the breeze. the only band that comes to mind is Birkenstock, but that's because it's the only one I know.
Tevas or Chacos are the go to, just make sure they fit properly or you’ll get some of the worst blisters you’ll ever have in your life
>>2870401keen. better protection than *fully open toes* sandals, vibram soles, overall good materials, long lasting
>>2870749love me keen sandals
>>2870749Second KeenI have their open toe leather sandals and they're great for walking around costal areas.
Every single axe I have ever used that looks like picrel has the head start coming loose after only a few weeks. Every single time. It's retarded that I can't buy a wood handled axe that is made correctly out of the box. Even with premium brands like Gransfors, while the heads may not come loose, they are hung crooked half the time, and there's no store where you can pick out a straight one in person. I don't have time for these shop projects to fix these issues myself, an axe should just be fucking made right.
>>2870940eBay mostly. But going to estate sales and garage sales out in the country has yielded some of the best finds. Most people sell old rusty axe heads for 1 to 5 dollars USD. You need to know what you’re looking for though. Look for names like Kelly Works, Collins, Plumb, Warren, Mann, American Axe and Tool and the different models they produced. And know what you’re using the axe for, so you can choose an appropriate style. If you’re across the pond, best bet is to buy American if you can find them. If not, Hults Bruk, Wetterlings, Grandsfors Bruk (the old ones), Ochsenkopf, Helko and Sater are good brands pre-1940’s. German and Swedish steel was very good, but American axe design was superior.
>>2871022> why do you have dozens of axes?I collect them and restore them. And you can buy one if you’re in Northern California. Being in an area with a long history of logging helps if you’re looking to buy. If not, EBay is still the best bet. I have an appreciation for quality hand tools. Even though I could afford whatever tools I want, the old ones are superior.
>>2867623I mainly only use axes for hewing, but bent handles don't seem to hinder me much. The main complaint is that handles have fat ass profiles that are shocking to the hand as bought, and some seriously uncomfortable "sticky" finish. One thing too is that the heads I have rehandled have eyes that seem to be simply punched out and not drifted or cleaned up in any way, so the hole is basically straight, rather than bellmouthed on either end as it should be. They also terminate in sharp corners, often with the burrs from punching intact. Installing handles without rectifying this problem results in the edge of the eye cutting into the wood rather than compressing it (and letting the wood expand on the other end with the wedge).
>>2871235So you’re using a broad axe for hewing? I wasn’t aware that anyone was still producing broad axes, or any axe that could be used for hewing. In that case, I’d put up the coin to buy a vintage axe that’s in good shape b fore ever trying to buy the junk that’s made today. The quality of steel alone, not to mention the fit and finish is way superior. The only axe company that makes true quality axes today is Hoffman. https://hoffmanblacksmithing.com/But you’re going to pay out the ass for them. Best bet is to buy an old axe head and put a Hoffman handle on it. They’re the best handles on the market as well. The premium grade is split along the grain and not sawn. So they’re is zero runnout. The only company to do so that I know of.
>>2871329I was talking about normal felling axes, which are used to rough hew before coming in with the broad axe to finish. There are some makers of new hewing axes, for some reason (can't imagine the market being huge, I've met many blacksmiths not a single other hewer). My main broadaxe I made myself. I have an antique head I made a handle for too, but even though it should be better on paper I'm just better with my home made jank broadaxe.
How do you go camping without being a nuisance with snoring loudly? I recently went on a small 2 day backcountry trip and on one of the days there was another couple kind of nearby camping as well. The next morning the guy walked over to my campsite while i was packing stuff up and asked me if I realized I snored so loudly and how inconsiderate it was for me to be out in the woods ruining the peace for everyone. Luckily it was my last day out but I ended up feeling like shit the entire hike out and now I'm worried about ever going camping again.
The guy seems like an asshole. Like if you were playing some loud speaker or something I'd get it but snoring is just natural. Honestly nothing you can really do, people will be assholes. You weren't being inconsiderate and like another person in this thread said, they should have had earplugs. So yeah don't worry about going camping again and you did nothing wrong. And whatever you do don't do that stupid celebrity thing where they cover their mouth in tape like an idiot.
>>2871410>the guy walked over to my campsite while i was packing stuff up and asked me if I realized I snored so loudly and how inconsiderate it was for me to be out in the woods ruining the peace for everyone.I'm gonna start doing this to everyone regardless if whether they snore or not
>>2871410If you actually have sleep apnea, and you get a CPAP machine, you can get the air mini or another travel one and bring a battery. Relatively light for the fat guy tax, and you can put the hose in your sleeping bag to preheat the air you breathe all night. I added a fabric sleeve on mine to redirect the exhaust down the tube and reclaim some exhaled heat while keeping condensation out of my bag. Doesn't suck any more than CPAP in general.
>>2871410Also don't worry about Mr. Cranky. If he said "did you know you snore? Might want to get checked for apnea" that would be reasonable, but it's not rude to be out there. Next time just accuse him of sleepwalking or something
>>2871446If you try to shame me for sleeping at night I will bear spray you
Ive been doing a lot of weekend camping and bushcrafting recently with my old school bookbag and it doesnt really cut it anymore.Any recommendations are appreciated. Preferably 40l+, and something durable Ill ideally never have to replace. My dad also has old external frame packs; if anyone has any info on modifying those Id greatly appreciate that too.
>>2866296>something durable Ill ideally never have to replace.Savotta is the answer.>made in finland/estonia>indestructable >trebuchet tested>5 years warranty
>>2866296deuterbut buy them in Argentina
>>2868461>indestructable >5 years warrantyUhh...>200€ for a 20l backpackLol, lmao even.
>>2866296REI Trailmade 60L. I'm sure REI has smaller packs if that's too muchNot the greatest but it'll work
>>2866296>My dad also has old external frame packsbased, use them. i'm finally upgrading picrel after almost 10 years. shoutout to anon in 2023-24 who suggested i upgrade to trekker 65 straps (no longer sold). my only complaints about this backpack are that i can't carry it on planes, and the zippers are sharp. it's especially nice cuz i can lean the external frame against a tree without abrasion, and open the raw nylon pockets against mouse chewing with no waterproofing penalty. maybe it's better as an UL internal frame hung on the hammock suspension...i did finally spend, let's estimate a good $600 all in, on what i believe will be the last backpack i ever own in my life. with some hip belt pockets for all the small things, and an airplane case to contain the loose straps, my expectation is that i can use this single backpack to go anywhere on earth, for any length of time, within my means. so maximum 2 weeks backpacking in the americas, europe, asia, or oceania, with multiple flights.hope this gives personal context to commonly received wisdom such as "upgrade your backpack last," or "save up for the best big gear." at this point, i would not spend $400 on a backpack that was not the last one i'll ever buy, nor would i spend less than $400 on a backpack.
/out/ i'm a guy and i'm gonna go camping with a girl.what should I be prepared for?
>>2871297It's not on us to prove whether she's lying. She has to prove she's being genuine.
>>2871304She already has. She’s posting pics and vid’s on Instagram and there are second hand accounts of her adventure. No one has put forth anything to counter it, just “trust me bro” and feelings.
>>2871304you are retarded. she just got rescued off of mount whitney, unless you distrust news articles too
>>2871309She’s back, btw.
>>2871309most likely the truth is in the middle. shes really out there but has a lot more support than she lets on, standard practice for onlywhores to bait simps.as for her recent rescue, the story doesnt quite add up. she says she gave up and called for rescue but they ignored her and neither her nor search and rescue are responding to reporters. theres also>several hikers who summited Mount Whitney to watch the sunrise noticed Renae’s tent on their way up the mountainand theres the support team. you are absolutely correct this is all speculation on the skeptics side but everything in the history of women tells us to be skeptical here. you can believe whatever you want but please dont give her any money.
>>2868156>30 years>enough is enoughThis board is so retarded these days I'm not even sure if this is bait anymore.
>>2868159I'm going Yukon later this summer, doing some dong jerk glacier or something
>>2868156I live nearby (canada side) and the grizzlies have unironically become a problem. 11 at one time in the silage pit, killing calves and zero fear of people. But shooting one is worse then killing a thousand people.
>>2868156More people die in hunting accidents than bear attacks
>>2868850>Proceeds to eat woke woman alive as she screams on the phone to her grandmother (Russian bear death reference)
going to a natural reserve with my dog, dogs ae not allowed, gonna camp there and make a short film, how do i hide the dog in the car so the policemen in the gates don't see it
>>2866364Hide your dog inside your cavernous anus.
>>2866364Force the dog to walk backwards, claim exemption due to freedom of religion.
>>2866364You leave your dog in the front seat, buckled in, because he's your best buddy in the whole world and then shoot the gate copper in the face three times with your .44 magnum for attempting to deny man's best friend the same experiences as you.
>>2866459Lol. What the fuck is wrong with you dude?
>>2866631How many dead prostitutes do you figure one could smuggle OUT of the park in that can? A quick acquisition of this information could really help out the friend I'm asking this question for.
just boughted a machete. how do i become a machete master?
>>2870586You need to sell machetes to other people to get more points to fight The Gorgotron
>>2870610That sounds dangerous. Is this supposed to be some evil joke?
>>2870610>true machete master>only 1 macheteno. Don't get me wrong, you should still be proud of this accomplishment, but here's a peak at what an actual master looks like:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyOx_OdH_j0>>2870845They're good for clearing brush, which can be a survival task if you're actually innawoods and have to bushwhack.But I also like them for chopping small stuff more than a hatchet.
>>2870586you throw it out and buy an axe
>>2871188>>2870845These guys are not wrong, but a machete is fun, and I do walk through tons of thick vegetation on my hikes. I've had this machete for over 10 years, worked wonders on most hikes. As you can see it went through a little wear with time. What exactly do you wish to master? Just make sure you don't hit your other hand when cutting vegetation. I've cut very thick pieces of wood with it, even moderately sized trees on a few select occasions (I don't like destroying trees for no good reason). I guess ask if you have questions?
I pulled up in Pennsylvania's state game lands and was caught leanin'.Bear got so close I thought for sure he was feignin'.When he got close I put the camera down... I was thinking 'bout defense.He may hate people if he got losses when we eatin'.But I wasn't even there if his blood got shot so why the fuck is he heated?Was he sick and tired of humans murder gangin' on his shit and that's why he act like a demon?Bears actin' dramatic and shit cuz they ain't ever beefin'.
>>2870164Why are you trying to rap
which sgl? some of them have good hikesbut there's never good trails or marked trails
>>2870229thats because they are for hunting. stick to the parks, faggot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xkbCe0a8NIwalks path casually where I walk with my family
>>2870253they should fix up the roads, trails, and parking for sgl the conditions are SHIT
