Caving is a popular, but sometimes demanding, recreational outdoor sport. It shares many skills and articles of equipment in common with rock climbing, but going underground is a unique environment with its own special considerations. There is a short list of items that is considered essential by every caver for even the most straightforward cave trip. read more
Caving is an amazing adventure into a world less traveled. Cavers experience great challenges and witness spectacular formations and creatures hidden in this underground world. With this adventure comes risk, and safety should come fir… read more
Caving (or "spelunking") is a pursuit that brings together many of the best aspects of outdoor fun. Many of the best caves are in remote locations that require some hiking and camping to get to. Some of the skills involved are shared w… 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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