Every pound--no, every ounce--counts when you're backpacking. While you can cut down on weight through careful gear choices, food is always going to be one of the heaviest items you carry, especially at the start of a trip. To keep the weight of food under control, experienced backpackers choose simple, nutritious foods that provide a lot of energy for their… read more
Camping is a great adventure, whether you are camping in cold or hot weather. The best tip is to be prepared for whatever weather conditions Mother Nature throws your way. When camping in cold weather, your main goal will be to stay wa… read more
While at first glance a camping stove may seem good for little more than boiling water, it's actually a versatile camping stove---if you've remembered to pack your creativity. The foods you can cook on a camping stove are actually more… read more
San Diego, with a near-perfect climate, allows visitors and locals alike to enjoy the great outdoors most every day of the year. Swimming, boating, fishing and hiking opportunities abound in this area of California. All this recreation… 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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