Casey Fiedler
I’m Casey Fiedler, outdoor educator, adventure education administrator, writer, and ski instructor. I like to listen to punk rock and sometimes start businesses. When I go into the outdoor I usually carry less than 10 pounds of gear. I like to write about teaching and guiding, and testing outdoor products.
Kayak PFD Reviews: Check Out the Top Rated Life Jackets
There are PFDs for fishing, touring, and whitewater. They all have different features, attachment points and pockets. Confused? Let us help you pick a PFD.
Best Sunglasses for Fishing: Spot that Catch
What are the needs of anglers when it comes to polarized fishing sunglasses? We explore essential features and round up the top 5 fishing shades...
Best Inflatable Raft: Instant Group Fun!
Inflatable rafts are safe, reliable, and an effective solution to many paddling needs. Our guide will find the right inflatable raft for your next adventure.
10 Camping Tips – Master Sleeping Under the Stars
Learning camping takes time, practice, and a few mistakes. Here are 10 camping tips to help keep you safe, environmentally conscious, and having fun.
Christmas and Birthday Gift Ideas for Paddlers
We all have that person on our holiday shopping list who stumps our best efforts to be creative. Here are 10 awesome gift ideas for kayakers and paddlers.
Ready to Explore the Ocean? A Guide to Sea Kayaking for...
Looking for a primer on sea kayaking for beginners? Here's a newbie friendly guide to the skills, gear, and tools you will need on your journey.
Best Kayaking in the USA: 10 Must-Paddle Locations
So you’re looking to find some of the best places to kayak in the US? Well, here comes a list of tasty paddling destinations! Let's extend the bucket list.
9 Secrets to Successful Canoe Camping Trips
Planning an overnight canoe trip? It’s easy to miss the difficulties that go with canoe camping trips. Follow our tips for an awesome adventure...
9 Insanely Helpful Kayaking Tips for Beginners
These nine helpful kayaking tips for beginners are the things I wish I’d known when I started kayaking. Now I'm sharing them with you...
Why Baked Beans Don’t Belong on Your Next Paddling Trip
We all have tales of paddling trips that went horribly wrong, or where we grossly miscalculated the work involved. What follows, is one such tale.
What’s the Best Whitewater Kayak for Beginners?
Getting started whitewater kayaking is a serious endeavor. We explain the ins and outs of these specialist boats and then review a few popular models.