An evening w/Dierdre Wolownick
Book signing and slideshow with Dierdre Wolownick (Alex Honnold’s mom) at Basecamp Outdoor Gear on August 21, 2025, 6-8pm. Register for the event and purchased signed copies with dedication in advance.
Author: DetourOn
Alaska in Winter: Fun Facts and Observations
From the Northern Lights to extreme temperatures, below are some fun facts and observations about Alaska in winter that might surprise you.
A Trip to Alaska in Winter? Everything You Need to Know About Driving Between Anchorage and Fairbanks in December
We’ve put together a list of important things to know before visiting Alaska in winter, notably driving between Anchorage and Fairbanks, and some fun facts about the state.
Alaska in Winter: Things to do between Anchorage and Fairbanks
We’ve put together a list of things you must do in Alaska in winter, especially around Anchorage and Fairbanks, including places to visit and food to try.
First-Time Campers: 8 Essential Tips for Beginner Camping
Here are a few essential tips for first-time campers, applicable to all destinations and seasons. Whether you’re heading to a popular campground or venturing into the wilderness for the first time, there are a few common things to be aware of when planning a camping trip. Here’s our advice to ensure you enjoy your first camping experience to the fullest and your trip goes smoothly.
All of our Prepared Roadbooks
This is a compilation of all of our prepared roadbooks. Much value could be added to your travels when you have more time to enjoy your surroundings and waste less energy fretting about how to do it.
The Wild West: 10 days road trip from Las Vegas to Salt Lake City and Bozeman
The best active road trip around the American Wild West, this is our most varied itinerary of bucket list destinations and national parks between Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, and Bozeman.
Utah’s Mighty 5 and more: 8 days roadtrip from Las Vegas
The best active road trip around the Southwest, this is our most complete itinerary of Utah’s Mighty 5 national parks – Zion, Bryce, Capitol Reef, Arches, Canyonlands – as well as Grand Canyon and more.
Camping gear rentals in the American Southwest
A list of places to rent camping gear for trips around the Southwest now that REI rentals have discontinued in Las Vegas
Zion, Bryce, Grand Canyon: One week road trip from Las Vegas
The ultimate one-week hiking road trip around the Southwest, this is our most sought-after itinerary of the three classic national parks: Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon.