Category Archives: Hammock Camping

Updated (again) Water Filter System

Posted on February 13, 2023 by jnunniv

My water filter system has been improved and simplified. Again. Here is what what I have have been been using for the past couple of years. I don’t know what I would change EXCEPT bringing the backflush syringe for longer … Continue reading →

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How I quickly set up my hammock tarp

Posted on October 11, 2021 by jnunniv

In this video, I demonstrate how I quickly set up my hammock tarp. Here is a list of the items discussed in this video: Tarp: Hammock Gear standard tarp with doors (camo): https://hammockgear.com/dyneema-fiber-standard-tarp-with-doors/ Dutch hook (used on one end of … Continue reading →

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“Going to ground” from a hammock when backpacking

Posted on January 13, 2020 by jnunniv

Recently, there have been several post in blogs and forums about “going to ground” from a hammock. If unfamiliar with this concept, it is the idea to go from hanging in a hammock to sleeping on the ground. Most often … Continue reading →

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Printable Pinhoti “snail trail” guide

Posted on August 6, 2019 by jnunniv

In planning for an upcoming 5 day/4 night solo trip, I visit the Pinhoti Trail Alliance website often. You can find it here: http://www.pinhotitrailalliance.org/ One of the offerings on this website is a North bound “snailtrail guide” that goes into … Continue reading →

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Initial impressions of the Outdoor Vitals LoftTek (TM) Insulated Jacket and compared to the Patagonia Nano-Puff Jacket

Posted on July 29, 2019 by jnunniv

Yes, it has been several months since I’ve posted.  Life has been busy.  However, I received something in the mail and thought I’d share! You may have seen the OutdoorVitals jacket for sale on Kickstarter. If not, the link is … Continue reading →

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Pinhoti Trail planning spreadsheet

Posted on June 8, 2019 by jnunniv

Those that know me know I’m a little nerdy and detail oriented.  I love spreadsheets.  Nothing too fancy, but a well designed spreadsheet makes me happy. The Pinhoti Trail in Alabama stretches for about 180 miles across the state from … Continue reading →

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What I wished I knew before I starting backpacking and hiking, but didn’t…. Part 9: Liquids and Liquid Management

Posted on April 14, 2019 by jnunniv

This is the 9th part of a series.  Today is a double post day!  What to drink on the trail and how much water do you carry?  This largely depends on where you hike but I will say that hydration … Continue reading →

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What I wished I knew before I starting backpacking and hiking, but didn’t…. Part 8: First Aid Kit (FAK)

Posted on April 14, 2019 by jnunniv

This is the eighth part of a series. The First Aid Kit (FAK) is an area where I see a lot of extra weight and people packing their fears. If you are afraid of getting hurt and being unprepared, the … Continue reading →

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What I wished I knew before I starting backpacking and hiking, but didn’t…. Part 7: Staying clean on the trail (HBA)

Posted on April 4, 2019 by jnunniv

This is the 7th part of a series HBA stands for Health and Beauty Aids.   I don’t know why I started calling it that, but I did. It pertains to all things related to how do you stay clean when … Continue reading →

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How I pack by backpack. Every single time.

Posted on March 23, 2019 by jnunniv

I’m taking a short break to the series to give some more details. I had an earlier post about packing my backpack and thought it needed a more in-depth entry. I will start with my backpack fully loaded and unpack … Continue reading →

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