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Cold and rainy<\/p><\/div>\n

You pull up to the campsite after a long day on the trails. You\u2019re tired and anxious for the evening to begin. A light drizzle has followed you along all afternoon, with no end in sight. So much for relaxing around the campfire. What to do?<\/p>\n

Get creative during inclement weather<\/strong><\/p>\n

Though sunny weather is preferred, we four-wheelers shouldn\u2019t be deterred by inclement weather. Enterprising souls that we are, we\u2019ll make the best of a crummy situation.<\/p>\n

Over the years I \u2013 with some help of my good buddy, Bruce \u2013 have compiled a list of suggestions. I\u2019ve found it useful to turn to on those days when Mother Nature doesn\u2019t cooperate.<\/p>\n

\u201cInclement weather\u201d to me is poor weather: high winds with very heavy rain, maybe very cold. It\u2019s not bad enough to chase me and my group to the nearest hotel. A situation we expect to resolve itself in a day or two. We can sit it out then continue. \u00a0But everyone\u2019s tolerance is different.<\/p>\n

Start by relaxing<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s natural to be upset when the weather turns ugly. Especially if it\u2019s been that way for hours. After a long day behind the wheel, you just want to plop down by the campfire with a cold one in hand.<\/p>\n

A campfire may be out, but a warm, dry sleeping bag always entices. Take care when setting up your tent, then climb in. Kick off your boots and lie back. Close your eyes and let your body unwind. Perhaps even catch a couple Z\u2019s. A rest can do wonders for the psyche.<\/p>\n

Learn or brush up on a skill<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll assume that there no internet service at the campsite. And that cell service is spotty at best. Turn to the material you\u2019ve downloaded or brought with you. (This is another reason for downloading resources before leaving home.)<\/p>\n

That quiet time can be very productive time. Crack open a book or fire up the laptop to burnish your skill sets. Some to consider include:<\/p>\n