Travelers coming to the Toronto Pearson International Airport have the option of staying at a hotel close to the runway. Toronto is a vibrant city for sporting events at the Air Canada Centre, where the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team shares the spotlight with the Toronto Raptors basketball squad. The Toronto airport hotel strip is only four miles from the W… read more
Conveniently located 30 miles south of San Francisco, the city of San Mateo is the perfect place for outdoor enthusiasts. From the bike-friendly routes winding through the city, to the numerous hiking trails on Sugarloaf Mountain, the outdoor opportunities are endless. When it comes to dinnertime, this city is equally diverse in it culinary offerings. read more
Abutting Lakes Michigan, Charlevoix and Round, the town of Charlevoix, Michigan is an oasis of water-related activities. After a hard day of fishing, water skiing and swimming, families can find a variety of motels in the local area. Accommodations come in a laid-back, family-friendly style, and most offer on-site activities, in addition to being near recrea… read more
Located about 15 miles from the U.S. border, the town of Oliver in British Columbia is a great destination for those who enjoy fishing. The town itself is nestled between two lakes; 10 miles to the south is Osoyoos Lake, while 15 miles to the north sits Skaha Lake. Visitors intent on spending some time fishing should consider staying at one of Oliver's many… read more
Emerson is located on the southern border of Manitoba, Canada, and northern North Dakota. The small city is named after a big name in the literary world: Ralph Waldo Emerson. The city prides itself on its proximity to some of the most beautiful wilderness in central Canada. Emerson is small and only has one motel within the city's limits, but there are nearl… read more
Canada is an excellent destination for those looking to explore nature. It has huge sections of undeveloped, under explored land in the north, as well as many national parks, including Waterton National Park, in the Canadian Rockies, w… read more
Toronto is a sophisticated city that can hold its own with the great cities of Europe, but its rugged terrain offers you ample opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities. According to the Toronto parks index, wooded ravines meander throug… read more
The Blue Ridge Mountains have inspired artisans and musicians for years. The widest portion of this mountain range lies in the northern part of Georgia. The steep slopes and lush, green valleys are located in the southern region of the… read more
According to Native American legend, the Finger Lakes were created by God's handprint blessing the land. The name Keuka is Iroquois for "canoe-landing" and in the last hundred years, outdoor activities have blossomed here. The pictures… read more
Canada has opportunities for various forms of fishing. From the rivers of the Northwest and Yukon Territories in the country's far north, to the oceans of the maritimes and British Columbia, anglers have ample choices in the land of th… read more
An incorporated city since 1869, Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin had a population of about 13,000 as of 2009. It's located on the Chippewa River and was the birthplace of Seymour Cray and the home of his company, Cray Research. The Jacob Lei… 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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