It used to be that if you wanted a walking pole while hiking, you foraged about until you found a relatively straight stick of a length and diameter suitable for holding and using to steady yourself in uneven terrain. In recent years, the availability of sophisticated manufactured poles has increased dramatically, making them an attractive and even economic… read more
Alpine and cross-country skiing are rigorous sports, requiring planning and diligence to account for potential physical and climatic challenges. A full set of correctly maintained equipment and a basic level of physical fitness act as hedges against unanticipated problems. read more
New Englanders know there's no need to pack away their camping gear when the seasons change. Even in the northern states of New Hampshire and Vermont, a variety of campgrounds stay open all year. Many campgrounds are close to top attractions and all-season outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking and biking during the warmer months and skiing, ice fishing… read more
The Arctic Winter Games of 2010 hosted in Grande Prairie, Alberta, consists of 21 indoor and outdoor sports, such as alpine and cross-country skiing, biathlon, badminton, curling and dog mushing, that are practiced and played throughout the region. The games are about athletic competition, social interaction and cultural exchange for the more than 2,000 part… read more
Skiers comes in many different shapes and sizes, and so does the equipment involved. Alpine and cross-country skiing share similar types of equipment. But some key differences do exist between them. read more
The United States is home to some of the world's best ski resorts. The vast terrain and varied mountainous settings from coast to coast make each ski experience different than the other. Skiing is a sport well enjoyed in many northern… read more
Azur is a region of Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand. It is one of the peak adventure destinations in the world for outdoor enthusiasts. The pine forests and alpine countryside are ideal for winter sports such as alpine an… 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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