A survival situation will almost always warrant a fire, even if you are in the middle of the desert. Cold nights and the need for food will require heat and an ignition source. Although many people carry matches and lighters, there are other ways to start a fire using more rudimentary setups. It is a good idea to be well acquainted with several ignition sour… read more
Trees and steel draw visitors to the Palestine, Texas, area southeast of Dallas and south of Tyler. Whether watching the dogwoods bloom in Davey Dogwood Park or riding the steam and diesel locomotives of the Texas State Railroad, visitors can find a relaxing, natural setting to retire to each evening. read more
Located in the western panhandle of Florida, Holt is a small town in Okaloosa County. Okaloosa is a Choctaw Indian word meaning "black water" that gave name to Black Water State Park located just outside Holt. Hiking, biking, paddling, swimming, fishing and bird-watching are popular activities for outdoor enthusiasts visiting the area. Visitors traveling in… read more
Situated in the hill country of central Texas, Whitney is a lakeside community with ample outdoor recreation opportunities. Known as the Gateway Capital of Texas, Lake Whitney is popular for boating, sailing, waterskiing, windsurfing, fishing, swimming and scuba diving. Bird watching and wildlife viewing opportunities also abound around the lake. If you are… read more
Bradley, Arkansas, approximately 45 minutes southeast of Texarkana, is near RV parks and cabins that offers quick access to sites such as Lake Earling. This body of water provides opportunities for fishing and boating, as well as facilities for picnics and camping. Other recreational areas within close vicinity to Bradley are sites in Louisiana, Murray Lake,… read more
Olympic National Park in Washington State on the Olympic Peninsula was established on June 29,1938 as a national park by then president Franklin Roosevelt. The area is described by the National Park Service as being like "three parks i… read more
Chesapeake, Virginia, is home to a variety of attractions and outdoor recreational activities including the Northwest River Park Campground. Hikers, climbers and outdoor enthusiasts will find a number of budget and low cost hotels in t… read more
Forks, WA is located on the Olympic Peninsula, between the Olympic Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, in the state of Washington. The area features a blend of temperate rainforests and scenic shorelines. The Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Cente… read more
Situated in northeastern Minnesota, Ely affords many diversions for the outdoor enthusiast. The town is a popular entry point for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW), one of the most popular destinations for fishing and c… read more
The Northern California city of Redding is located near the top of the Sacramento Valley. An RV vacation here means allowing some time for hiking in the mountains that surround this community. You've got Mt. Shasta to the west, the Cas… read more
Rustic cabins in Clearwater, British Columbia, Canada, are near Wells Gray Provincial Park, which is known as the Waterfall Park. Hikers can view the dramatic Helmcken Falls, 463 feet high, from the 5-mile long Helmcken Brink Trail. Wi… read more
Ely is a small town in northeastern Minnesota known for its fishing and as the launching point for trips into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA). Visitors to Ely can spend time in a rustic cabin and have direct access to canoe route… read more
Branson, Missouri, is renowned for its restaurants, theaters and music venues, but its location in the heart of The Ozarks Mountains and in lake country provides the town's visitors with opportunities for mountain climbing, biking acti… read more
Daylesford is a small town in the Australian province of Victoria. It is situated on the shores of Daylesford Lake. Daylesford promotes itself as Australia's spa center. There are numerous signs all around town advertising massage and… 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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