The wilderness can be a dangerous place if you're not properly prepared. Weather forecasts can change and terrain can be unpredictable. When this happens, it forces the outdoor adventurer to improvise on the fly, and sometimes this can be a matter of life or death. A skilled, experienced adventurer is resourceful enough to make do with a limited number of it… read more
The two concerns that separate cross-country trekking from both camping and day hiking are food and water. When a trekker is spending days marching overland, everything she needs must be brought with her. The load will get lighter as t… read more
Camping can be a fun way to spend time with family and friends, and an inexpensive way to vacation. Of course, not everyone loves camping, but with a little preparation, it is possible for camping to be a relaxing and enjoyable endeavo… read more
Outdoor enthusiasts are active, and replacing the calories expended by a full day in the outdoors isn't always easy. Backpacking food has a tall order to fill. It needs to be calorie-dense enough to satisfy an appetite charged by an ac… 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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