Hypothermia occurs when your core body temperature, which typically averages 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, drops below 95 degrees. You should be capable of taking action to help yourself survive mild to moderate hypothermia. Once you have severe hypothermia, it's very unlikely that you'd be able to take action for yourself. In that case, you'd have to depend on t… read more
Alaska offers countless opportunities to forage for wild edible plants. When foraging anywhere, know that many plants can resemble others that are poisonous, so it is essential that you identify a plant before attempting to eat it. Usi… read more
Hitting the trail with your hound is one of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors. When your dog is running loose in the wilderness, make sure to keep an eye on the flowers she is sniffing. There are more flowers poisonous to dogs than y… 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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