Hey! I've been lurking a while but I've decided to participate a bit more.

I went on a spontaneous road trip out west this past summer which really lit the fire of the outdoors under me. Unfortunately there is much less scenery where I am at. BUT that will not stop me from getting out on the weekends to do some hiking and hanging. I've been a few times, the most recently when it was 29 F . If anyone knows good places around Chicago or Indy to get out to, let me know!

Additionally I've started replacing my bought gear with MYOG items, which I recommend to everyone if you like to make stuff with your hands. It's very satisfying.

Hope I get to know you guys more!