Jackson Hole, in the northwest corner of Wyoming, offers one of the most stunning mountain vistas in the world, as the Teton range dramatically rises 7,000 feet above the valley floor with no intervening foothills. Skiers flock to the resort of the same name for world-class skiing in the winter, and climbers challenge themselves on the numerous alpine rock a… read more
Rappelling is used to safely descend a rope using friction to control the speed. Proper rappelling technique is vital to climbing and your safety in the mountains. Rappelling may be used for convenience, but often it may be the only wa… read more
The adze of an ice ax or ice tool is a blade set at a right angle to the handle of the tool, unlike an ax blade, which is in line with the handle. An adze has many uses, including cutting steps, clearing a platform in the ice for a bel… read more
Bullhead City in northwestern Arizona, just across the Colorado River from Laughlin, Nevada, is part of the Mohave Desert. Within reasonable proximity of Bullhead City, you'll find numerous picturesque and rugged desert mountains, offe… 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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