"Cross-country skiers are made in the summer; to start training on Dec. 1 is too late," says Mammoth Mountain ski coach Nancy Fiddler. Training hard on dry land during the summer and fall will ensure a better start to your cross-country ski season than if you take those seasons off. Cross-country skiing requires aerobic fitness, balance and strong quads, cal… read more
A train may not be the fastest way to get where you are going, but it will get you where you want to go cheaply and in relative comfort. Trains are especially great for outdoor travelers. They are roomy, giving you plenty of space to b… read more
Amtrak trains and buses can get you to most areas of the United States more cheaply than flying. In 2009, a cross-country train trip with no stopovers or discounts, booked two weeks in advance, cost $200-250 one way or $400-500 round t… 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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