welcome to the big blog

Well, look who wandered here out of the cozy confines of self gratification and social media! Welcome to Uncle Biv’s Big Blog of Advice and Other Musings, or Uncle Biv’s Big Blog as I call it for short. You might be wondering, “Just who is Uncle Biv?” and the answer to that is as simple as it is complex. I’m a hat wearing regular joe who loves camping in the rain, occasionally burns an egg or two, and once forgot to pack toilet paper. At the same time, I’m the spirit of camping with your old man, or your outdoorsy uncle and cousins. A little rough around the edges, a little full of it, but always worth listening to.

Now, to get on with it. This blog is about tips and tricks for being outside. It’s about things that work, and we’ll talk about things like beginner guides, some gear discussions, cooking, comfort, family, friends, dogs, and field-tested lessons. I’ll give you advice on packing, planning, travelling, and getting together around the campfire. And most importantly, I’ll try and encourage you to get out there and do it on your own, in your own way.

However, this is not fantasy land. I’m not here to sell you on the idea of camping - I want you to do it yourself. So if you’re a gear-head with a penchant for buying all the shiniest stuff, a “Muffy & Buffy” glamper, call what you’re wearing an outfit, or bring a cell signal booster camping so you can post to social media, you may not like it here. I’m not gonna be doing dedicated gear reviews on the newest stuff and I don’t intend to pull my punches. You’ve been warned.

Now, whether you’re camping every weekend or just gearing up for your first trip, take yourself a stroll through the blog posts and know that I’m glad you’re here. The fire is hot, the coffee is black and strong, and there’s alway room on my trusty cooler for another friend. So check out the site, shoot me a question at Ask Uncle Biv, and leave a comment or two. Just don’t track any mud across the house or Mrs. Biv will have your hide for sausage.