Skate skiing is great exercise and a fun way to get outside in the winter. You'll be surprised by how fast you can go when you hit your rhythm, and by how sore you'll be the next day! read more
For peace, quiet and the opportunity to commune with nature in places that can't be reached on foot, nothing beats cross-country skiing. Covering great distances of back country while gliding over snow that a person on foot would have a hard time navigating can leave you feeling refreshed and alive. One of the most important aspects of having fun in the back… read more
Unlike alpine ski boots, which are heavy, stiff and unwieldy, cross country boots are flexible, comfortable and fit almost like tennis shoes. Cross country skiing is an aerobic activity, whether you're causally exploring the backcountry (touring), on the tracks in a classical Nordic skiing park or aggressively hitting groomed skate trails, so it keeps your b… read more
Cross-country skiers need boots that provide support to ankles and heels while allowing the toes ample range of movement. Some of the top rated cross-country ski boots are Salomon X-ADV 8, Black Diamond Method Randonee and Salomon Escape 7 Pilot CF. read more
Cross country skiing is an excellent form of exercise in the winter, and it offers many possibilities for fun and adventure, from track skiing at cross country resorts to light backcountry touring or "hiking" on skis. Selecting a pair of cross country skis for your needs is a simple process. read more
Taking your children cross country skiing can instill a lifelong love of winter outdoors recreation in your children. It can be an ideal family outing, because your child's ability level is not as critical to his enjoyment of cross cou… read more
Skiers comes in many different shapes and sizes, and so does the equipment involved. Alpine and cross-country skiing share similar types of equipment. But some key differences do exist between them. 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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