Excellent report. I live in Lander, WY and treasure those locations. For those interested, check out the Miner's Delight in Atlantic City, WY. They offer a comfy bed and a Scotch selection to die for. Trust me. ELN
Thanks!
Thank you for the kind words. It was a great experience. The academic side was more demanding than I anticipated. Whatever I learned about anatomy and physiology in high school had been long forgotten. Now it's a matter of keeping my skills fresh and learning more about ALS...
Summary: An excellent 200-hour class providing classroom and practical instruction leading to certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with additional training devoted to providing EMS in a wilderness environment.
Course description: The WMI/NOLS description of the course can be...
A Big Buddy heater, 0 degree bag, and cot with foam pad works great in my tent at 7,500 feet and 20 degrees. The heater is only used in the evening before turning in and again in the morning. It sure beats a wood-burning stove. :)
Moab Diner - Friday 4/29/11
I was in Moab last weekend. Friday morning I posted a picture on FB from the Moab Diner. KC (a/k/a Mr. Observant) noticed your rig in the background. Thanks for the great trip report and wonderful photos. ELN
I have sent a fair number of rounds downrange with the AR platform and have coached many carbine classes that each involved tens of thousands of rounds.
A couple of points:
1. The AR, while not perfect, is an excellent tool.
2. The key to AR reliability is lubrication. A wet carbine is a...
My 2000 F250 V10 is the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned. I now have 90,000 trouble-free miles. Mileage ranges from 10 - 13 mpg depending on load. Best regards, ELN.
RR Belt Loops
Sir Shogun -
Both the RR VersaTac Light and Mid pants will accommodate a 1 3/4" belt. The present Xtreme pants will not. According to John at RR, the next run of Xtreme pants will feature wider belt loops. Like you, I have little use for belt loops that won't fit a 1 1/2"...
Mid Winter Clearance Sale at RR
Roger - Thanks for the kind words. I've heard good things about Ex Officio. I'll make it a point to give them a try. If you're interested in Rail Riders, you might want to get online now. RR is having a winter clearance sale with some very nice discounts...