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Shortly after the snow piles up, thousands of skiers dust off their skis and head out to enjoy the trails. Cross-country skiing is an aerobic exercise that has become more popular each year, bringing skiers deep into the mountains. Eac…
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Some outdoor enthusiasts enjoy spending time in the woods in all seasons--including winter. Winter camping in New York is for the real hardcore backpackers. Winter temperatures in New York--especially upstate--can reach well below zero…
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Mackinaw City is the gateway to Michigan's upper peninsula. The Mackinac bridge that connects the lower and upper peninsulas sits right in the northern tip of the city. It is also home to the ferry services that connect the mainland t…
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Edmonton, Alberta, has more than 400 parks and 165 kilometers of nature trails available to outdoor enthusiasts. The city really comes alive during the winter months with plenty of cross-country ski trails, outdoor skating rinks, tobog…
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Superior, Wisconsin is located on the west end of Lake Superior in Douglas County. The area recreation is plentiful with multiple parks, golf courses, ski areas, lakes, bays and marinas. The county boasts over 265,000 acres of forest m…
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Toronto, Ontario, offers outdoor enthusiasts plenty of reasons to get out of the house. The city's extensive system of ravine parks allow hikers, bikers and runners to explore this interconnected network without ever having to cross a…
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Richmond, BC offers active adults plenty of reasons to get outside. The city's coastal location is perfect for those who like to boat, kayak, sail or windsurf. The city maintains a number of fishing piers as well as hundreds of kilom…
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This mill town in Penobscot County is home to Baxter State Park, a vast land area consisting of nature trails that navigate through mountains and past waterfalls and lakes. Millinocket is also the gateway to the Katahdin region, the ce…
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Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania, a country rich in history and culture. Active travelers have plenty of reasons to get outside when in Vilnius. The Neris River winds through the city, creating a virtual canal that attracts boaters…
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Lake City, Minnesota, is situated in the Mississippi Bluffs Region of the southeastern part of the state. The area is located right along the Lake Pepin shoreline, which provides many year-round recreational activities for visitors suc…
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Hutchinson is a small town located approximately 60 miles due west of Minneapolis. The areas to the north and southwest of the town are packed with lakes of all sizes. Most of the campgrounds near the city offer basic sites, but these…
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Monticello is located in southeast Minnesota within Wright County. The Mississippi River flows through town, making the area great for fishing, boating and canoeing. Bird-watchers visiting in winter can experience the yearly pilgrimage…
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Faribault, Minnesota, is south of Minneapolis, surrounded by lakes and natural areas, rich in opportunities for outdoor recreation in any season. The campgrounds in and near the city offer accommodations, land and water activities, oft…
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Buffalo, Minnesota is located in the south-central part of the state, in Wright County. The city is surrounded by numerous lakes, including Buffalo Lake to the south and Lake Pulaski to the north. Fishing and boating are popular pastim…
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Cochrane, located approximately seven hours north of Toronto, is one of the northernmost outposts in eastern Ontario that is accessible via Canada's highway system. Cochrane is the origin of the Polar Bear Express rail excursions, whic…
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