The Great Outdoors
Charlie Brumbaugh
  • Member for 5 years, 11 months
  • Last seen more than a month ago
Profile Activity

319 Questions

Votes Activity Newest Views
5 answers
104 votes
13k views
30 bookmarks
Why would one aim off when navigating with a map and compass?
9 answers
53 votes
11k views
4 bookmarks
Are there any advantages while backpacking to hike during the night and sleep during the day?
1 answers
52 votes
9k views
6 bookmarks
Why would a seal be flinging an octopus around above the water and then slapping a kayaker with it?
6 answers
44 votes
16k views
2 bookmarks
Is it warmer to sleep with an empty bladder?
12 answers
42 votes
12k views
2 bookmarks
Is it poor etiquette to ask fellow backpackers where they have been/where they are going?
8 answers
39 votes
11k views
7 bookmarks
How to test the sharpness of a knife?
6 answers
34 votes
103k views
3 bookmarks
How dangerous are kangaroos?
7 answers
31 votes
10k views
2 bookmarks
How would you help a snapping turtle cross the road?
6 answers
30 votes
6k views
6 bookmarks
How do you aim a signal mirror?
3 answers
29 votes
9k views
2 bookmarks
What should one do when climbing if someone above you yells ROCK?
13 answers
28 votes
7k views
1 bookmarks
Are there any tips for preventing a vehicle from being broken into while parked at a trailhead?
12 answers
27 votes
7k views
1 bookmarks
How to temporarily mark a trail?
14 answers
27 votes
9k views
1 bookmarks
Are there any situations while backpacking that would require a watch?
6 answers
26 votes
5k views
How do you remove a fishhook from a human?
3 answers
22 votes
4k views
3 bookmarks
How far above a waterfall should you be to safely cross?
4 answers
22 votes
3k views
7 bookmarks
How can I find north from the stars without recognizable constellations?
4 answers
21 votes
7k views
3 bookmarks
How to melt snow without fire or body heat?
2 answers
21 votes
3k views
2 bookmarks
Are there any modern advantages of a fire piston?
3 answers
20 votes
7k views
2 bookmarks
What is the Leave No Trace way to dispose of coffee grounds?
2 answers
19 votes
3k views
5 bookmarks
How long does it take for trash to become a historical artifact (in the United States)?
3 answers
18 votes
14k views
Which animals would kill porcupines?
6 answers
18 votes
1k views
2 bookmarks
Are there any general rules of thumb for route finding up a mountain without any trails?
4 answers
17 votes
10k views
2 bookmarks
What are the pros and cons of ice axe leashes?
8 answers
17 votes
8k views
2 bookmarks
What is the use case for non-breathable waterproof pants?
1 answers
17 votes
2k views
1 bookmarks
What is the relationship between altitude gain and temperature decrease when mountaineering?
5 answers
16 votes
2k views
1 bookmarks
If you are canoeing on a lake when whitecaps start happening, what is the best direction to get off the lake?
3 answers
16 votes
4k views
2 bookmarks
What are some good foods for recovering from calorie debt?
6 answers
15 votes
2k views
2 bookmarks
How can I backpack further without resupplying?
4 answers
14 votes
1k views
How to assess the likelihood of a tree falling in a forest?
3 answers
14 votes
917 views
If I have extra space in a backpack, am I better packing it short and fat or tall and thin?
1
2 3 4 5
…
11

Your privacy

By clicking “Accept all cookies”, you agree Stack Exchange can store cookies on your device and disclose information in accordance with our Cookie Policy.