Rock climbers depend on several basic knots and hitches in their routines. It is crucial to your safety as well as your climbing partners that you know how to tie these knots second nature. Many of these knots can be used for more than one purpose. All knots must be made neatly without extra twists in the rope. These are six knots you should practice until y… read more
A clove hitch is a simple knot to tie and can be used in camping, boating and climbing. It's useful to pass through a caribiner when climbing, and is the knot to use when you need to tie anything to a pole. There are many ways to tie the clove hitch, but here are two. read more
A simple but effective tripod hoist can be made with tall wooden poles, hemp rope, and block and tackle. Once assembled this apparatus can lift large objects easily so that they can be loaded onto the bed of a pickup truck or into a wagon being towed behind a tractor. read more
Tree climbing is a sport that goes well beyond hanging out in the tree house in your grandma's backyard. Using gear and techniques that have been derived from rock climbers, cavers and loggers, tree climbing has become an adventure sport in its own right. There are three main knots used in tree climbing, but to know how to tie a knot you must first know th… read more
Learn how to make camp stools so that you can rest your feet after a day on the trails. On a cold evening, sitting on a stool keeps you from losing body heat from the ground. With only a few materials, you can make a camp stool that will pack away easily and tear apart without tools. read more
Basic survival skills can suffice for survival situations that last only a few days in most temperate environments. These are skills often developed in the course of other outdoor pursuits. read more
Camping with a tarp is a practical way to enjoy the natural coolness of a fall night. But if you are camping where there is a substantial insect population, especially mosquitoes, this might not be a good way to go. Sleeping under a ta… read more
Tree climbing can be a thrilling experience and nearly anyone can master the needed skills. The best way to go about it is to get out there and climb. A number of organizations offer public climbs and basic classes. You'll do best in t… read more
Climbing nets are great for exercise, either as a youth camp activity or for climbers or cavers staying in shape. Netting grids can be tied together from ordinary climbing rope, which is strong enough to withstand the strain of substan… 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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