Author Archives: Ozark Hiker

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About Ozark Hiker

I'm a father, husband, educator, outdoorsman, cook, gardener, and generalist of too many hobbies.

Planning first Spring hike.

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

My oldest boy, who is six (and a half, he would correct me) has announced that he’s ready to get back on the trail for an overnight.   He came home from school the other day to show me a story … Continue reading →

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Join this community if you hike Arkansas

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

http://www.backpackingarkansas.com Seriously, if you have discovered the amazing beauty that is Arkansas then you need to make an account on this forum.  I’ve lurked on a lot of boards that were populated by people who seemed to love arguing about … Continue reading →

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Backpacking with kids

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

I’ve always been an avid outdoorsman. Grew up in a family of hunters and, while they failed to make much of a great white hunter out of me – the love of being out in the quiet green places latched … Continue reading →

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OHT – Sec 1 Trip Report

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

2/18/11 – 2/20/11 Day 1 – LFS State Park to about a mile NE of Frog Bayou Arrived at Lake Fort Smith State Park after work about 5:00 on Friday afternoon. Signed in just to check and see if anyone … Continue reading →

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Bacon pesto alfredo w/ angel hair pasta

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

Feeds 2 or so (depends on how hungry you are and how many noodles you use) Time:  ~5 minutes + however long it takes to get your water to a boil Ingredients: angel hair pasta 1 pkt. McCormick creamy garlic … Continue reading →

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Never go against a Sicilian when food is on the line.

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

I love food, but not just any food.  I love really good food.   I mean really good food.  And the best way to eat the best food is to learn how to cook it yourself.  My weakness?   Italian food.   I … Continue reading →

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Hiking on your stomach

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Ozark Hiker

I love food.  I love to cook food.  I love to eat food. Backpacking and good eats just don’t seem to go together.  Head into any suburban outfitter or the campin/huntin/fishin section of your local supermarket and you can drop … Continue reading →

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