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How to Attach an Ice Axe to a Pack

If you will be carrying an ax or axes on mountaineering or climbing trips, you'll soon learn that attaching one to your pack takes only a few seconds. Many packs are designed to accommodate mountaineering axes or vertical climbing axes. Some packs, designed specifically for ice climbing, may even have Velcro loops for extremely easy ax attachment, but most p… read more
How to Pack a Cooler for Camping

There's nothing like a good camping trip to escape from the monotony and tediousness of every day life. Enjoy a peaceful, relaxing stay in nature without having to worry about emails, honking horns or conference calls. Of course, the camping trip won't be too good if you forget to pack your cooler or don't prepare properly. Packing your cooler is a key step… read more
How to Run With Heel Pain

Runners don't like taking time off for injuries and often try to run through them. For some injuries, that's fine. Some "injuries" are merely aches and pains of an active training schedule. With a little ingenuity, you can continue your training through heel pain and maybe even solve it. read more
How to Keep Food Cold on a Camping Trip

A camping trip does not have to be cut short because you don't have the equipment necessary to keep perishable food and beverages cold. In fact, you don't need a great deal of equipment at all, just a cooler and a cold source to maintain low temperatures while you camp. You only have to consider what size cooler you want, as you may have to travel some dista… read more
What Are Backpacking Foods for Teens?

Before your teen hits the trail, pack her nutritional snacks that won't crumble from the abuse they will take in a backpack. Foods that don't spoil are essential as well as lightweight snacks since your teen will be carrying other gear as well. read more

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Treating a Compound Fracture in the Wilderness

A compound fracture is easily identifiable, because there is both a broken bone and an open wound. The wound is most often caused by the bone piercing through the skin. This type of break is particularly frightening, because there is o… read more
Things Do in Las Vegas Off the Strip

When people think of Las Vegas, they often only think of the Las Vegas Strip full of fancy hotels and casinos. However, just off the Strip, or within a short day trip, are a host of other activities, ranging from the outdoor adventure… read more
How to Camp in a Tent

If you want a true view of nature, go camping in a tent. As long as you are properly prepared, tent camping is an adventure the whole family can enjoy. From planning the trip to spending time together at the campsite, camping can be an… read more
How to Heal Torn Muscles

Torn muscles are also known as muscle strains. Some muscle tears may be relatively minor whereas others can be more serious. It depends on the number of muscle fibers that have torn. Torn muscles are commonly referred to as "pulled mus… read more
Equine First-Aid Kit Checklist

No matter how careful you are when riding in the backcountry, the unexpected sometimes occurs. Keeping a well-stocked equine first-aid kit easily accessible on your trail rides will ensure that you're properly prepared for an accident.… read more
How to Camp in St. Ives, Cornwall

St. Ives is a charming little seaside town in Cornwall, the extreme southwestern part of England. It used to be a fishing town, but today it is more of a resort and is popular with British surfers who want to pursue their sport closer… read more
How to Deal With Muscle Aches After Exercise

Aching muscles are a normal part of every athlete's routine. Usually the result of inflammation caused by minor tears in an overworked muscle, this soreness can hinder future athletic endeavors and can result in injury if not properly… read more
Skin Care Remedies After Swimming

Swimming is one of the best low impact aerobic exercises for overall general health. But the sun and water can be harsh to your skin, so it's important to take extra care of your skin both before and after swimming to keep it supple an… read more
How to Ski With a Sprained Ankle

A nightmare for many skiers is to go to a lot of time and trouble getting to a backcountry location or to spend a lot of money on a ski holiday only to suffer a bad ankle sprain on the first day of skiing. However, a slightly sprained… read more
How to Keep Catfish Bait Alive

One of the good things about fishing for catfish is that they will bite on a vast variety of baits. The biggest problem is keeping the bait alive long enough to reach the fishing area. Worms are all-purpose fishing bait and are probabl… read more
How to Take Care of Your Fishing Worms

Worms such as red worms and night crawlers are common fishing bait because they attract fish of all species. Whether you catch your own worms for bait or purchase them, you can save money, time and effort by knowing how to keep them al… read more
Inshore Fishing Charters in Florida

Florida is fortunate to have a variety of fishing options. Lakes, rivers, creeks, estuaries, deep-sea, and inshore fishing are all possible in the sunshine state. Inshore sport fish include snook, trout, and flounder, to name a few. Th… read more
Hip Stretching Exercises

Whether you run, hike or bike trails, you use your hips more than normally. Trails demand strong and flexible hips, because they help keep your balance. Rocky, banked and otherwise unconventional terrains try your hips more than the a… read more
Hiking & Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a medical condition that affects many athletes, including runners, walkers and hikers. If you are a hiker and suffer from plantar fasciitis, however, there are still ways to stay out on the trail. read more
How to Treat Broken Parts of Your Body While Camping

Minor scrapes, bruises and blisters are a normal part of camping, but outdoor activity can lead to more serious injuries. A bit of bad luck or a moment's lapse of attention can lead to sprains, simple breaks or even compound fractures.… 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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