Mount Sunflower, Kansas. Ebright Azimuth, Delaware. Hawkeye Point, Iowa. Hoosier High Point, Indiana. They may not have the name recognition of Mount McKinley (Denali), Mount Rainier, Mount Whitney, ...
Costa Rica's mountainous topography and copious rainfall are both responsible for one of the best white water rafting river choices in the world. Experienced rafting outfitters regularly run about ...
Costa Rica is a small country - just 75 mi/120 km separates the Pacific Ocean from the Caribbean Sea at the narrowest spot - Costa Rica still has some of the most diverse scenery in the world. Its ...
Phillip Island is a small island and nature reserve off the coast of South Australia, about 140 km from Melbourne. On the island you can see koalas, kangaroos and the main to attraction, the Pengui...
Base camp sits at 12,000 feet — stark, windy, unshaded from the blazing August sun, but an otherwise great place to stop for a snack. Voices echo across cold granite as the breeze wraps around dozens...
(NC)-With approximately 42,000 mosquitoes for every person in Ontario, most of us spend a great deal of our summers swatting away these pesky insects. Protecting yourself against mosquitoes will not ...
Packing in general can be a hassle. But when going on an Alaskan cruise, it can be even harder because of the colder weather. Here are some general suggestions to make this task a little easier.
Costa Rica's national motto is "pura vida." The pure life. Or "life is good." I'll say. What with monkeys offering our singular wake-up call swinging limb to limb just outside our hotel balcony, to iguanas joining us on our walk to breakfast, to a highly venomous snake slithering right before our eyes on our drive to dinner... nature called out loud and clear. Everywhere.
Spain´s great success as a top tourist destination was founded on its beautiful beaches. So, what makes them so special?
Welcome to Bragg Creek! Bragg Creek is located in the Rocky Mountains in Alberta Canada. It must be by far one of Alberta’s best kept secrets. From it’s scenic beauty to it’s one of a kind shops and restaurants, Bragg Creek has something for everyone.
My family and I love our holidays. We manage to have 2-3 short breaks a year, one being a camping holiday and also a couple of breaks with a holiday company here in the United Kingdom.
Paul Scott Mower once said, "There is nothing like walking to get the feel of a country…" If you've ever contemplated going abroad to find your next trail, here are 3 classic hikes to consider.
Small changes throughout the year can make a BIG difference in saddle fit.
A single topographic map takes years of research to produce. It is packed with precise information that can make it confusing to read when you don't know what you are looking at. Familiarize yourself with topo maps elements - grid, scale, contour lines, relief shading, etc. - and be prepared for your backcountry adventure.
You can walk 10 miles through the woods in Washington state, following your compass the whole time, and end up 3 miles off target. How? Magnetic declination. Learn what it is and how to adjust for it with map and compass.
On safari, bright coloured clothing may get you in trouble with wild animals. If you are wise you will pack brown, beige and khaki clothing...
The kind of things you pack when you go on a trip says a lot about where you're heading and what you're going to be doing.
Norm Goldman, Editor of Sketchandtravel and Bookpleasures interviews travel author and expert on Minnesota Camping, Tom Watson. Read what Tom has to say about romantic camping in Minnesota and other topics...
It is a magnificent thing to be still long enough to experience the every day occurrences as miracles.
Where in the world are shark attacks most common (yikes!)? Where in the U.S. are shark attacks most common (think Mickey Mouse)? What are your chances of ever getting bitten by a shark? And what exactly should you do if a shark ever attacks? Learn all this - and what a surfboard bitten by a shark looks like - now!
Learning to identify a few of the most common edible wild plants can make for a much richer backpacking experience.
If there are so many safety issues with pressurized fuel, why use it? What are the alternatives?
From a war zone in the early 1990s to the new tourist mecca of central Croatia, Plitvice Lakes National Park has undergone a startling transformation. It is now a must see in any visit to Croatia.
If you are on a tight budget and can't afford a new model RV you might consider buying a used RV. Here are a few suggestions for finding a used, affordable RV
The key to getting a good bargin, instead of a lemon, when buying your used RV is knowing what to look for. Here is a useful checklist to help with your search.
Some people have fought many years of their lives to preserve the rich heritage of the outdoors and nature we now enjoy. That dedication and effort has been rewarded by fantastic hiking opportunities in our local, state, and national park systems. In honor of their efforts, let's break out of our winter hibernation and venture into the crisp, clean outdoor air and hit some of those dirt trails. Let's Go Hiking!
The key to packing your backpack is to achieve even weight distribution. You can achieve this by dividing the pack into three areas. This artcle describes exactly how you can pack a backpack that is comfortable while protecting your valuables.
For the fortunate few, life isn’t complete without a backpacking trip through Europe. This right of passage is believed to further the maturation process of college students, according to sociologists. Of course, others have opined that copious amounts of alcohol, sun and Amsterdam have something to do with it. Regardless of your purpose, you still have to figure out what to take.
Normally when you think Safari you think Big 5. The spotlight or limelight is traditionally on lions, cheetah or elephants. But when do the birds get some of the attention?
You'll feel better after a long day of hiking or other fun outdoor activities if you have an enjoyable and fun meal when you get back to camp. In this article, we discuss a couple of creative ways to cook outdoors that also provide for easy cleanup.
