GPS units are handy navigation tools for outdoor enthusiasts. While they're a useful addition to any gear pack, they also have some drawbacks. Understand the pros and cons of hiking GPS devices, and tailor your purchase and use of them accordingly. read more
In 1993, navigation changed forever. With the official launch of the new Global Positioning System, navigating to any point on the earth became possible. Equipped with a handheld GPS system, a user can receive accurate information that… read more
Search and rescue gear can save your life if an accident occurs while you are hiking, camping or fishing. From tools to help you save your own life in an emergency situation to devices that attract the attention of passing cars and air… read more
The Garmin GPSMAP 276C is a feature-rich GPS device capable on land as well as water. Although there is no manufactured bike mount for the 276C, the ability to load up-to-date road maps and topographic maps on the device makes it a pow… 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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