Waterfowl season is closing in, so we took the TideWe Modular Panel Hunting Blind out to the cabin to unbox it, learn its layout, and run a full setup. This blind is a portable A-frame style panel system that supports three to four hunters, connects to additional panels for larger hides, and folds down quickly for transport. After spending time with it in an open field and again along the woodline, our first impressions are very favorable.
Winter hiking has a way of revealing the truth about your gear. The cold removes the guesswork, and either what you are wearing performs or it does not.
We've all heard the old saying that moss grows on the north side of trees. It is one of the most repeated pieces of folk wisdom in the woods, passed from scout leaders to hikers to weekend wanderers. Like many wilderness sayings, there is a grain of truth inside it, but the full story is far more interesting and far more useful. If you are in the bush and need to orient yourself, the details matter. Relying on half a myth can put you in the wrong direction very quickly.
A good campfire is more than flames and warmth. It is a small victory in the wilderness, a gathering place for stories, a source of comfort, and the heart of any camp. Whether you are stopping for a quick bivouac or settling in for a longer stay, building a campfire the right way begins long before the first spark.
When you spend enough time in the backcountry, on the trail, or training on the range, your gear becomes more than just equipment. It becomes part of your rhythm. Every pouch, strap, and buckle influences how smoothly you move, how quickly you react, and how confidently you approach whatever the day brings. That is why our eyes turned to the GBRS Group Modular Chest Rig Kit (M.C.R.), a system built around one central theme: adaptability.
