The 10 rules of the kitchen for outdoor camping revolve around being practical, safe and environmentally friendly. Remember that a full stomach greatly enhances the enjoyment of the outdoors, and making mistakes in the mess can really make the entire camping trip fall flat. Fortunately, there are 10 simple things you can do to plan for a nearly picture-perfe… read more
Oftentimes the stock bicycle seat that comes with a new bike isn't the most comfortable or preferred. Other times, riders can get so much mileage out of a saddle that it begins to wear out. Whatever the case, there's no short supply of bicycle saddles on the market, and luckily for bike owners, the saddles are easy to mount. All you need is a few simple tool… read more
Learning to bring the right items with you when you head out to the woods (or seashore) for the weekend will definitely make your time outdoors that much more enjoyable. Starting with the two most important places, the sleeping quarters and the makeshift campground kitchen, here are some things that you should always bring from home. read more
Situated in southwestern Minnesota, the Redwood Falls area has many spectacular attractions for the outdoor enthusiast. The Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway is a nationally designated Scenic Byway with lush prairie grasses, river paddling and wildlife sightings. It is also a region rich in history (the neighboring town of Walnut Grove was the setting for… read more
Ready-to-eat meals offer the convenience of little to no preparation. While ready-to-eat meals can be eaten at room temperature, you can also heat them over a camp fire for several minutes, or if camping inside an RV or at a campground with cooking facilities, microwave them. Because ready-to-eat meals typically have a shelf life of 5 to 10 years, you can st… read more
The woods can be a wonderful place: they can challenge the body, envigorate the mind and even enlighten the soul. They can also be a place to kindle some romance. With a little imagination and a bit of planning, you can create a romant… read more
Carrying an appropriate amount of water when you exercise is a healthy practice that everyone should do. While you could simply purchase bottled water, and never worry about having your own water bottle, this creates unnecessary waste… read more
Camping is an inexpensive way to have a fun family vacation. But cooking can get a little boring after awhile if you aren't an exceptional at cooking with fire. Cooking itself can be time consuming. Taking precooked fried foods along i… read more
Franklin, Tennessee is close to the larger city of Nashville, but more quiet and laid back than the big city. Most travelers enjoy the area because of the large number of attractions and activities, including museums, golf courses, amu… 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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