The Pacific Northwest, consisting of Oregon, Washington, British Columbia and Alaska, has an abundance of wild edible plants to forage, identify and enjoy. You must remember to absolutely identify a plant before eating it; many plants in the Pacific Northwest are poisonous and even deadly. Here are some of the common berries, blooms and greens you can look f… read more
Rocky Mountain National Park, a popular backpacking destination, protects some of the most spectacular scenery in the lower 48 states: the plateaus and glacially scoured peaks of the Southern Rocky Mountains. Prospective wilderness visitors should peruse the excellent backpacking information on the Rocky Mountain National Park website (see Resources) for the… read more
The Granite State has a variety of ski resorts--from small, family-friendly mountains to full-service resorts. There are 19 alpine areas, most of which are clustered in the White Mountains and within an easy 30-minute drive from one another. There are also 18 cross country ski centers scattered throughout the state. Snowmobiling, ice skating, tubing and snow… read more
The Horn of Africa, which is composed of Somalia, Ethiopia, Djibouti and Eritrea, is a diverse region marked by deserts, geological depressions, arid and semi-arid grasslands and scattered mountain ranges. Bisected by the Rift Valley along its north to south axis, the landscape often rises in ancient massifs to fall away dramatically in rugged escarpments. A… read more
The White Mountains sit along the New Mexico-Arizona border and are the second highest range in the state. The mountains are popular destinations for fishing, camping, hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowmobiling and downhill skiing. A good portion of the range is in the Fort Apache Indian Reservation. The highest peak is Mount Baldy with an elevation… read more
Outdoor adventure enthusiasts often travel with their whole family and it can be challenging to coordinate a vacation plan that satisfies everyone. Fortunately, there are a variety of resorts in California that offer outdoor activities… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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