Net Neutrality is essential to free speech, equal opportunity and economic innovation in America. Since the FCC removed this basic protection in 2005, the top executives of phone and cable companies have stated their intention to become the Internet’s gatekeepers and to discriminate against Web sites that don’t pay their added tolls.This fundamental change would …
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Now That’s a Pine Burl
Pine Burl Hot Springs in Idaho is a two mile hike from the trailhead near Boiling Springs and features a single rock walled pool with mortar reinforcement. The sole pool has a sandy bottom with a slight amount of slit in the corners. There’s no avoiding it, just before Pine Burl you will pass Moondipper …
Water Filter Tips
Heading out on a backpacking trip this summer? Make sure you make good use of that pricey water filter. Here’s 3 great tips to help keep your water filter clean!Pretty much a given, but important none the less. Follow the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions. This usually entails removing the filter membrane and scraping/brushing/flushing. Some makers simply …
1987 Days of Our Lives Hot Springs Video Clip
My Mom watched Days religiously back in the 80s, I got a kick out of this video clip. I even remembered that the patch guy was named Steve!
Moondipper Hot Springs in Idaho
Moondipper Hot Springs, Pine Burl’s lesser sibling, features a single rock walled pool with a sandy/silty bottom large enough for several soakers. Moondipper is an easy 2 mile hike along the Middle Fork of the Payette River from the Boiling Springs Guard Station, and is best suited for spring and early summer soaking – when …
Lil Dipper – Kinda Neat
North of Crouch Idaho, near the Middle Fork Payette River and just before Moondipper Hot Springs you’ll find Lil Dipper. It’s not worthy of a soak due to low flow and moderate temperatures.Seasonal NotesThe Forest Service Road that provides access to the trailhead is snow covered all winter until approximately late April or mid-May.Camping NotesPrimitive …