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If you're interested in serious mountain climbing, your second priority (behind getting in great shape) must be obtaining proper equipment and gear. While state-of-the-art mountaineering gear is not always necessary, you must be sure your gear meets the safety standards endorsed by all climbers and climbing associations. read more
Mountain Equipment Co-op is a Canadian company that sells mountaineering and outdoor equipment. It has locations in most major Canadian cities and is a mainstay of the Canadian climbing scene. The company has been in operation since 1971. read more
Mountain House freeze-dried foods come with a guaranteed shelf life of seven years for pouches and 25 years for cans, making the products an ideal choice for survival food and emergency preparedness. The Oregon-based company sells food products individually as well as in three-day and one-week emergency kits containing enough food to feed one person three me… read more
Vancouver, British Columbia, has become one of the world's top mountain bike destinations. With trails in the city and surrounding area, Vancouver has etched its place in mountain bike culture. Mountain bikers visiting Vancouver can stay busy with the trails of the area, but visitors can also enjoy attractions such as Stanley Park, the Stanley Park Aquarium… read more
Though you can purchase snowboard packages that come pre-assembled, the best way to get the right gear is to put together your own package. After all, do you want the inexpensive gear that shop personnel put together to get rid of or d… read more
Traveling to Italy gives you the chance to see and do things that you have only dreamed about. When you combine that trip with adventure travel, then you have an out-of-this- world experience. Booking one of the best vacation packages… read more
Originally a coffee plantation in 1853, Princeville is a scenic, planned resort community sitting on 9,000 lush acres on the northern shore of Kauai, Hawaii. The area boasts casual to upscale restaurants, accommodations with varying pr… read more
Those who love the outdoors may enjoy combining two of their interests into one trip, such as a camping trip that also involves climbing. Several places in the country offer both experiences, including areas around the Smoky Mountains… 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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