A Shortcut to Mushrooms: Lightning Makes Mushrooms Multiply
Based on a hunch from Japanese folklore, a group of scientists has been studying the effects of lightning on mushroom growth. No, this is not a headline out of Middle Earth (but it sure did capture my...
View ArticleTake Your Kids for a Hike with National Geographic’s Trails Illustrated Maps
Summer is fast approaching, and it’s a great time for hiking. Whether it’s a quick trip of a few miles with your whole family (and peanut M&Ms, of course), a day trip with three square meals and...
View ArticleFamily Footwear: These Merrells Have Merit
My family is a fairly active one, especially in the Spring through Fall seasons. We camp frequently and that involves plenty of hiking, wading through water, climbing and playing sports. We also like...
View ArticleWestern Wyoming for Geek Families
I am an unabashed outdoor geek, just as obsessed with outdoor activities as I am tech. If you’re thinking “me too”, read on. Last year I took up running and was looking for an adventurous challenge to...
View ArticleGeekDad Getaways: Grand Canyon National Park
The standard stereotype of GeekDads generally involves a lot of time spent messing with computers, Lego, comics and other indoor pursuits; however, we also like to get our geek on outdoors. A case in...
View ArticleBoy Scout Decks Will Help You Navigate the Outdoors
After what, for many of us, was a very harsh winter, it feels good to get outside and breathe in fresh air and enjoy nature. That could mean a day hike through a state park, a weekend of camping and ...
View Article5 Pieces of High Tech Hiking Gear I Wish I’d Had Last Weekend
Last weekend we were in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York scouting out a bike race route, and got an offer of a free suite at a nice motel. Since we mainly come to the Adirondacks to bike,...
View ArticleGeekDad Getaways: Killarney Provincial Park
I’ve done a lot of canoe camping and day hikes in Killarney Provincial Park over the years, and the kids and I have always had a fantastic time. After our trip to the Grand Canyon though, the oldest...
View ArticleA Trio of Casual Hiking Shoes Compared: Merrell Sight, Vasque Rift and L.L....
I haven't worked in an office for several years now (I don't count my home office, since I allow my dress code to be somewhat relaxed and my "co-workers" all have four legs). However, I was office...
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