Bear-proofing your food and toiletries outdoors by securing them in a bear-resistant food canister takes all the work and worry out of that of unpleasant chore. Acting as a "hard bag" to defend against strong, savvy, acrobatic bears schooled in modern human behavior, canisters provide a single compact container for transport and protection of all your odorou… read more
John Muir, pictured on the 2005 California quarter, explored the Sierra Nevada Mountains and wrote essays, letters and books telling of his adventures in the wild and expanding his vision of preserving nature. His activism helped secure Yosemite's designation as a national park, and he founded the Sierra Club in 1892. There is a 211-mile trail filled with sp… read more
Bears need not deter you from bringing quality foods into the backcountry. Camping in bear country requires knowledge and specialized equipment such as bear-proof canisters to prevent larcenous bruins from eating your lunch. read more
Montana is a wild and untamed land, with mountains, open grasslands and prairies, rivers, lakes and numerous state and national parks. Montana has opportunities for backcountry skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, mountaineering, hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, fishing and camping. Chances of encountering or viewing wildlife such as grizzly bea… read more
Increasing your hiking miles by backpacking opens up hundred of trails and scenic destinations that are not available to day-hikers. But while backpacking requires some of the same equipment as day hiking, such as sleeping bags, tents and hiking poles, it also requires additional or specialized equipment. Moreover, weight becomes an important consideration a… read more
Traveling by kayak is an elegant way to view the many beautiful vistas afforded by our country's numerous waterways. Camping along the route puts the traveler in touch with the natural surroundings and a provides a great sense of self-… read more
The backcountry is the ideal place for adventurous hikers. Away from campgrounds and civilization, you are free to sleep where you please while enjoying the outdoors. But being so remote also requires preparation. You don't have the lu… 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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