...for cold weather on or around the water A new vest from Striker caught my eye. I've always loved vests for extra warmth without adding bulk to the arms. This new Striker Shield Float Vest can be worn as either an outer layer or a mid-layer, depending on the weather, providing extra insulation to the body core. What's unique about this vest is it includes floatation … [Read more...] about New Striker Shield Float Vest
Outdoor News
Victorinox Launches Limited Edition Swiss Army Knife – Farmer X Alox Damast
2024 LE Victorinox Farmer X Alox Damast If I had to pick only one Victorinox Swiss Army Knife to carry daily, the Farmer X model would top the list. But before I talk about why, I have some exciting news to share. Victorinox created the limited-edition Farmer X Alox Damast. Starting today (July 19, 2024), a stunning upgrade on the capable Farmer X makes it look as good as it works. Rich … [Read more...] about Victorinox Launches Limited Edition Swiss Army Knife – Farmer X Alox Damast
Victorinox Swiss Army – New Knives for Collectors, Bushcrafters
2023 Limited Edition Damast Knife July 24, 2023 - Victorinox's Swiss Army Knife unveils its annual 2023 Limited Edition Damast knife. This year's knife is the Ranger 55 Mic Damast Limited Edition. The large 130 mm knife fuses a Damasteel® blade with light beige micata scales. The blade features a unique dense Damasteel® twist pattern adding to its bold design profile. Victorinox … [Read more...] about Victorinox Swiss Army – New Knives for Collectors, Bushcrafters
Good To-Go Meals – Now Available in Canada
New (and Tasty) Backpack Meal Options for Canadians In my recent article Backpack Cuisine for Outdoor Canada's 2017 Adventure issue, I explored the options for how to travel light but eat well on a backcountry adventure. Over the years I have tried most of the brands of commercial freeze-dried meals. Some were okay. Others were blah. But there's good news for Canadian … [Read more...] about Good To-Go Meals – Now Available in Canada
Nokomis Craft Ales
Nokomis Craft Ales The wooden exterior, a rustic patchwork of amber, blonde and brown, greets me as I approach the newly opened Nokomis Craft Ales brewery. Whether by chance or design, these warm tones excite my taste buds for the ales awaiting within. Situated in Nokomis, Saskatchewan - home of “The Best Water in the West” this small batch brewery taps into the town’s pristine … [Read more...] about Nokomis Craft Ales
SHOT Show 2014 New and Interesting Products
SHOT Show 2014 has come and gone. As always there are a plethora of cool gadgets, gear, and components to match every taste and budget. The following are a subset of products I found interesting from my travels through the show. Shooting Products Sights See All Open Sights has developed an open sight that really caught my eye (pun intended). A unique open-sight shooting technology, … [Read more...] about SHOT Show 2014 New and Interesting Products
Saskatchewan Spring Field Report
2014 Spring Snow Goose and Field Conditions April 23 Update: Heavy rain today. While the weather may alter snow goose behaviour somewhat I don't suspect it has changed the number of birds in the area. Travel on the gravel roads will be difficult until we have had some warm dry weather. April 22 Update: Today I observed the highest number of snow geese so far this spring. The daytime … [Read more...] about Saskatchewan Spring Field Report
