Ontario is rich with fun for the outdoor enthusiast, be it camping, backpacking or whitewater rafting. While exploring the province's backcountry, you can take advantage of a number of plants that are harvestable for their edibles. Most require minimal preparation and are easily identifiable. read more
While plant life varies from region to region, there are some common, widespread grasses, weeds and flowers that are not only edible but good for you. These oft-neglected plants are usually full of healthy vitamins and minerals. read more
Nevada's vast and varied terrain holds a variety of wild edible plants. It is best to familiarize yourself with them if you plan on venturing into the outdoors on a trekking adventure. In a survival situation you will need to know what is safe and not safe to eat. Purchasing a field guide to Nevada's wild edibles before you trek into the wilderness, would be… read more
China is a country of contrasts, with modern cities and tiny, backcountry villages where life is much the same as it was generations ago. It is also a country wrestling with severe environmental issues and under the rule of an authoritarian, Communist government. While a trip to China should be easy to enjoy, staying safe and healthy involves keeping several… read more
Milford is the sixth oldest city in Connecticut and home to one of the prettiest harbors in the state. The Wepawaug River runs through the town, so boat enthusiasts and kayakers will have fun here. Silver Sands State Park has trails and bird-watching, as well as swimming in the Long Island Sound. Milford Point's Audubon Society provides outdoor educational… read more
People have used edible plants for hundreds of years as food sources, medicine and seasoning. Every state produces wild plants that can be used as food and the southwestern state of Texas has wild edible plants that grow in various pla… read more
Wild edible plants are vast and varied across the United States. From east to west, north or south, wild edible plants can be found almost anywhere. The backpacker or hiker venturing into the wild can find wild edibles in a variety of… read more
Mushroom hunting is a handy skill, whether it be for wilderness survival or for putting tasty, wild food on the camp table or even the dinner table at home. Michigan, with its wet conditions and deep forests, is prime mushroom hunting… 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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