snowcamping Archives

Backpacking Fourth of July Lake, Mokelumne Wilderness

Paulina DaoAugust 8, 201701K views

This winter was a Sierra snow year for the books. I’ve lived in California all my life but don’t remember a winter where it rained for three months straight. All the snow meant my Sierra objectives were looking a little bleak and buried. I brushed up on my map and compass skills with REI and hit the trail in Mokelumne Wilderness at the beginning of June. My destination was a place I’ve never been: Fourth of July Lake in the Carson Pass Management Area.

Feathered Friends Geoduck Pillow

Paulina DaoSeptember 9, 20150895 views

‘

Pillows… are they something you really need in the backcountry? I’ve found myself debating this question of the last few years. Yeah, I could stuff some clothes into a stuff sack and call it a night. But after a few lumpy, sleepless nights, I decided that a few extra ounces of weight wouldn’t hurt for ultimate comfort while backpacking. The Feathered Friends Geoduck pillow did the trick.

Fishpeople Seafood: Sustainable Seafood in a Pouch

Paulina DaoApril 17, 20151678 views

Fishpeople Seafood: Sustainable Seafood Camp Food Review

Backcountry meals don’t always have to be freeze dried meals in pouches. In fact, you can get high protein, gluten-free, sustainably caught, and locally grown and absolutely tasty meals where you don’t even have to add water. How? By eating Fishpeople Seafood.