Randy's Favorite Home and Camp Breakfast: Cold-Soaked Oats.
Cold-soaked oats are simple to prepare, nutritious and inexpensive. This breakfast is my favorite at home and in camp, with tasty variations
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Aug 53 min read
Pure Maple Syrup Energy Shots | 100% Natural Energy Source
Maple Syrup Energy Shots are a healthy and handy source of energy. They contain 100% natural, pure, vegan, paleo Wisconsin maple syrup.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
May 1111 min read
Bikepacking the Marshfield Mondeaux Loop | A Wisconsin Gravel Bike Camping Route
Central and northern Wisconsin has thousands of miles of prime gravel roads for bikepacking. This report covers three days of soggy riding.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Feb 195 min read
Review: OneTigris Hot Tent Wood Stove
A wood stove makes hot tent camping safe and fun! This article outlines the features to look for when shopping for a hot tent wood stove.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Nov 6, 20235 min read
Choosing the RIGHT Wood Stove for your Hot Tent (or Tent Sauna)
Winter camping tents come in many sizes - and NO one hot tent wood stove is best. Consider the MANY options we explore in this article ...
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 14, 20233 min read
Overlanding Lite Camping Trailer
An overlanding lite camping trailer may be the solution for adventurers who drive smaller trucks and SUVs. Learn the advantages and options.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 11, 20233 min read
Embrace “Overlanding Lite Cooking” and Minimize Your Gear and Budget.
Overlanding lite cooking saves space, lowers costs, and increases efficiency. This system is 10 times BETTER than the trendy alternative...
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Jun 10, 20233 min read
What Is Overlanding LITE?
Overlanding Lite is the term that describes travel while minimizing the cost, equipment, and environmental impact. There is much to learn...
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
May 15, 20236 min read
Designing the PERFECT Overlanding Camping Trailer
Why choose a trailer for your rooftop tent? What are the design features of an overlanding camping trailer? Learn the full details here...
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 18, 20231 min read
Randy's Favorite Granola | Hearty Breakfast for Home and Trail
Learn how to prepare Randy's Favorite Granola for breakfast at home AND on the trail. Healthy and hearty meals can be easy!
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 16, 20233 min read
FAST Campfire Quesadillas | Pie Iron Cooking
Expand your campfire cooking meal selection by including PIE IRONS in your cookware. Toast, bake, and fry an unlimited variety of meals.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 10, 20233 min read
Tasty and Inexpensive Camping Recipes (You Might Eat At Home!)
With the addition of freeze-dried meats and vegetables, you can turn any rice, pasta, or potato side dish into a tasty and filling MEAL!
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 9, 20235 min read
Overlanding 101 | Overlanding for Beginners
Overlanding for beginners is EASY if you start with short, one-night adventures. Learn how to use Sub-24 hour Overnights to build skills...
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 7, 20232 min read
"New" Campfire Water Billy | DIY Cheap Billycan
A DIY project to convert a coffee pot into the perfect billycan for campfire cooking. Do it yourself and make it better!
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 7, 20232 min read
Loaded Potatoes | Delicious and Nutritious Camping Meals
Loaded mashed potatoes are the most popular backcountry meal for MANY reasons. Learn how to make your meal easier and more nutritious.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 4, 20233 min read
Campsite Minestrone Soup | Freeze-Dried Foods Save Time
Freeze-dried foods can eliminate both the initial food prep and cooking, along with the entire process of dehydrating food storage meals.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 4, 20232 min read
Backcountry Eats Minestrone Soup
One of the recipes in Backcountry Eats that you will look forward to after a day of adventure in the cold and rain, is Minestrone Soup.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Apr 3, 20235 min read
Which Is The BEST Rooftop Tent: Fold-Out Vs Wedge Vs Clam Shell?
Compared to ground tents, roof top tents offer warmth, security, and fast set-up. Learn how to choose the best rooftop tent design for you..
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 31, 20233 min read
FAST Five-Minute Fajitas | Home or Camp Cooking!
Learn how to prepare meals in a jar - in just minutes. Then cook and serve these meals in less than 10 minutes. No more fatty FAST food.
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Randy Reek, The Great Out There
Mar 30, 20232 min read
Camping on the Cheap | Fireplace Grate
Don't waste your money on an EXPENSIVE campfire grate. Shop for a BETTER and CHEAPER alternative!
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