Drive a Saturday scenic byway before peak color
Climb outdoor crags before the October freeze
Navigate when September leaves bury the trail
Desks
Latest field notes
September 19, 2026
Canoe a fall river after the rafts leave
Low, clear September current is new geometry. Buckle a USCG vest, keep a dry bag rolled, and take out before the sycamore tunnel goes black.
September 19, 2026
Fit a hunting rifle sling before October sits
Set a two-point sling and a rest you will actually use, confirm on paper with glasses and muffs, and keep the rifle at a licensed dealer.
September 19, 2026
Hike a fire lookout before the gate closes
Confirm the Forest Service gate the morning you drive, carry water and a lamp for earlier dark, and treat a locked bollard as the hike — not a dare.
September 19, 2026
Saturday squirrel when the acorns drop
Late-September mast puts squirrels on the first real acorn rain. Walk slower, glass the crown, wear orange, and keep the rifle at a licensed dealer.
September 18, 2026
Osprey Atmos AG vs Gregory Baltoro
Buy the Atmos AG 65 for hot three-season miles and an honest load. Buy the Baltoro 65 to live out of pockets and winter bulk. Measure torso. These are trail packs, not meat frames.