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Steak Restaurants in Western North Carolina

There's no shortage of good steak restaurants in Western North Carolina, from single operations to restaurants that are part of a chain, these steak houses pride themselves on quality food, good service, and happy customers. read more
Cabins in Hendersonville, North Carolina

Hendersonville, North Carolina, sits in the Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina. The area is host to a plethora of outdoor activities in nearby DuPont State Forest, Pisgah National Forest and Mount Mitchell, Lake James and Chimney Rock state parks, which offer hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Sliding Rock, a 60-foot natural roc… read more
Cabins in Flat Rock, North Carolina

Cabins in Flat Rock, North Carolina, including Highland Lake Cove, Lakemont Cottages and Highland Lake Inn, are 30 minutes away from Dupont State Park. Hikers can enjoy 100 miles of hiking through waterfalls such as Bridal Veil Falls, High Falls and Triple Falls in Dupont State Park. Pilot Mountain State Park offers canoeists a 2-mile segment of the 165-mile… read more
RV Parks in Maine

A trip to Maine can vary widely depending on the season your travel takes place. Maine has a variety of wooded areas and hiking and biking trails for summer travel, and winter brings opportunities for snowshoeing, skiing, cross-country skiing and ice skating. Many RV parks are only open seasonally, although a few do brave the cold winters for hardier travele… read more
RV Parks in Flat Rock, North Carolina

Originally used by Cherokee Indians as a gathering place on the great flat rock, Flat Rock, North Carolina, was established in 1807 and nicknamed "Little Charleston of the Mountains." The downtown village boasts a number of boutiques, galleries and restaurants, and is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ri… read more

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How to Make a Birthday Cake Over a Campfire

Just about anything can be cooked or baked out in the backcountry. Though icing the tiers of a three-layer cake may be a bit unrealistic, any backpacker who loves to cook knows that just because you aren't at home doesn't mean you can'… read more
List of Gear for Mountain Climbing

Few things seem more freeing than scaling a great mountain face. It is you against nature--simple concept, serene environment. Well, this very zen feeling can be accomplished only with a surprisingly large arsenal of mountain climbing… read more
How to Smear

In rock climbing, smearing is the act of creating friction between your shoe and the rock by placing the sole of your shoe directly against a flat rock face, rather than on a defined hold. Smearing requires a great deal of balance and… read more
How to Catch Striped Bass on a Fly Rod in the Flats

Fly fishing for striped bass in coastal waters is becoming more popular with each passing season. Whether you are California dreaming or making weekend plans for Cape Cod, if you can find saltwater flats, you have a chance to catch tr… read more
How to Set Up an Outdoor Fire Pit

You may find yourself ready to fire up your backpacking stove at the end of a long hike and discover you are either out of fuel or the stove has become inoperable. You will have to set up a fire pit to cook over, but this must be done… read more
German Restaurants in Fredericksburg, Texas

Fredericksburg, as the name suggests, is a town known for German heritage. A well-kept secret in central Texas, it is a beautiful, growing city with a classy historic district on Main Street packed with boutiques, antique shops and ea… read more
Log Cabins in Asheboro, North Carolina

Asheboro has many outdoor activities to experience during your stay in a lodge or log cabin such as hiking, boating and fishing. You can also visit some of United States' oldest mountains in Uwharrie National Forest. Although there are… read more
Restaurants in Rochester, New Hampshire

Rochester, N.H., offers many restaurants that are midway between Lake Winnepesaukee and Seacoast. Mount Major is a short drive away and offers scenic trails that offer spectacular views of Lake Winnepesaukee. Most of the restaurants of… read more
Hotels in Columbus, Georgia

One of the largest cities in Georgia, Columbus is located about 100 miles from Atlanta on the Chattahoochee River. The 15 mile Chattahoochee River Walk attracts walkers from all over the state. Hikers enjoy the Pine Mountain Trail and… read more
Hotels in Fletcher, N.C.

Part of the Asheville Metropolitan Statistical Area, Fletcher presents an attractive tourist destination. Tourists will certainly enjoy playing golf at the Broadmoor Golf and at the Southern Tee Golf Course. Fletcher also hosts numero… read more
Hotels in Norton, VA

Surrounded on three sides by George Washington National Forest, Norton, Virginia is an outdoor enthusiast's dream city. The Southwest Regional Recreation Authority, or SSRA, oversees the development and maintenance of the Spearhead Tra… read more
Italian Restaurants in Ridgefield, New Jersey

A borough in Bergen County, Ridgefield is close to numerous hiking trails such as the Flat Rock Brook and Englewood Loop Trails. Its proximity to New York City lets its residents have the access to the city while avoiding life in the h… read more
Restaurants in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Englewood Cliffs incorporated as a borough in 1895 and the cliffs played a major role in the Revolutionary War, according to the borough's website, when an "unknown farmer riding from the north over our cliffs warned General Washington… read more
Hendersonville, North Carolina RV Parks

Hendersonville, North Carolina is located in the western part of the state near Asheville. This town is nestled in the heart of Appalachia, and surrounded by national forests and state parks. The town is only 15 miles east of the expan… read more
Hotels Near Saluda, North Carolina

Saluda, North Carolina, is considered to be an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. The small town sits at the base of the Blue Hill Mountains, which offer hiking, camping, picnicking, fishing, fly-fishing, mountain biking and boating advent… read more

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Backcountry Camping Tips

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...
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Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

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...
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Common Sense Hiking Tips

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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