Saving Money on Gasoline Purchases
Looking for an easy way to save some money each and every time you fill up with gasoline? The process is simple and only takes a few extra seconds to complete when you’re at the pumps. First, find a place that offers “fuel saving rewards”. Here in Western Canada, Safeway…
Running Water for the Jeep
Earlier this year, I had a piece of metal bent and drilled so that I could attach it to the Synergy Baja basket, and then mount a Rotopax mount to it (click here to review the mounting bracket details). I since added an extension piece to the Rotopax mount so…
Pine Needle Tea
Out camping or backpacking and looking for a refreshing hot drink loaded with vitamins? Nature can provide exactly what you’re looking for with a hot mug of pine needle tea. I won’t delve into all the claims and benefits of pine needle tea, but rest assured, it’s loaded with vitamin…
The Night Skies of Elk Island
Finally, I’ve been able to get out and get some (what I think) good photos of the night skies at Elk Island National Park, in Alberta. I’ve managed to capture some of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights), some of the banding of the Milky Way galaxy and of course, a…
The Yellow-Headed Blackbird
The Yellow-headed Blackbird demands your attention – from the beautiful coloring to the screeching call they make that sounds like a rusty gate being opened – this bird is impressive. Watch for them nesting in the same areas as wrens and red-winged blackbirds. But you’ll likely hear this bird before…
