Dehydrated foods are perfect for backpacking and camping because they are lightweight and store long-term without refrigeration. They can be eaten as is or rehydrated in water over a campfire for a warm meal. Choosing the right combination of dehydrated food products for your outdoor trip will give you the nutrients and calories that your body needs. You can… read more
Enjoying nature and exploring the back country is a rewarding experience. Not planning and not bringing the right supplies, though, can quickly turn your trip into a disaster. Plan your trip so there are no bad surprises and be prepared for an emergency. read more
Cyclists expend a lot of energy during long rides, so providing the body with the fuel it needs will enable the rider to perform optimally. Eating a healthy, balanced diet is always important, as is staying hydrated, but cyclists need to take nutrition even more seriously, keeping an eye on regular refueling with small snacks to keep blood sugar levels stabl… read more
When you're active, your body needs energy. The food you eat provides the building blocks to keep your body healthy and active. But how does your body use food and stored energy to keep you running strong? ATP, the powerhouse molecule, provides the energy your body needs. read more
Splitting firewood for an evening campfire is a longstanding pastime among campers. As with any activity, the task at hand calls for proper tools and methods. The right ax for the size of log you are splitting makes all the difference. It can be difficult to split larger pieces of wood with a conventional ax, whereas using an ax with a splitting head on smal… read more
For those living with diabetes every day, eating right and staying active is very important. When camping, packing and preparing the right combination of foods will keep the diabetic on track with their diet. Another consideration is c… read more
Unless you have been training with an Olympic coach for years, it is unlikely that you are running at your full potential. Fortunately, it doesn't take a professional coach to improve your running speed. While you may be limited to som… read more
Packing for a backpacking trip largely depends on how long you will be gone and the terrain you will be covering. Before packing food for your trip, you need to consider how many calories you will expend daily. Many companies speciali… read more
Though it is important to bring along food and water on any hike, desert hiking comes with its own special needs. Your body uses extra energy to help keep you cool in hot climates, and you also need to replace electrolytes. When you lo… read more
Some campers prefer canvas tents because of their size and resistance to water. Though canvas tents are much bulkier and heavier than other types of tents, they can be great for winter camping because there are many ways to warm up the… read more
Spending time in wilderness areas can provide a wonderful sense of peaceful isolation. Often we get so excited about the prospect of getting out of town that some sensibilities slip the mind. It is always better to be prepared when h… 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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