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
Kerhonkson, New York, is an ideal vacation destination for outdoor lovers. Kerhonkson, located in a rural mountain area, is part of the Hudson Valley Catskill Mountain Range. The area is approximately 90 miles from Manhattan and is home to the Minnewaska Hiking Trails at Minnewaska State Park Preserve. The park is nestled on a mountain ridge that rises more… read more
Rocky Mountain House is located in Alberta, Canada in the Rocky Mountains. In the late 1700s Rocky Mountain House was the center of Canada's fur trade. Over nine different aboriginal groups would come to the former fort to trade fur. Now the area is a Canadian National Park to protect the archeological remains of those past days, and the town has become a to… read more
Mountain View is a town in Howell County, Missouri with a resident population of little more than 2,600 people (according to recent U.S. Census Bureau statistics). However, scores of out-of-towners looking to enjoy summer recreation in the Ozarks flock to the town annually, which boasts numerous activities such as hiking, biking, camping, boating, fishing, h… read more
Jackson, in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, is known for its downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking and picturesque New England landscape complete with covered bridges and white steeples. It is located at the south end of Pinkham Notch and the Wildcat River courses over rock formations in the village. Downhill skiers may enjoy Black Mountain, and Wi… read more
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Outdoor enthusiasts are active, and replacing the calories expended by a full day in the outdoors isn't always easy. Backpacking food has a tall order to fill. It needs to be calorie-dense enough to satisfy an appetite charged by an ac… read more
Lake Tahoe rests between Nevada's western border and California's eastern border. This extremely popular tourist attraction is home to numerous water sports and fishing events in the summer and skiing and snowboarding events in the win… read more
Hiking is more than just a walk in the park. Depending on the length of your hike and the terrain, you stand to burn a serious number of calories. Replenishing the calories you lose can keep your energy level up and make your hike more… read more
Ellenville, New York, is located in beautiful Ulster County, home of the Catskill Mountains. This area has over 350 miles of maintained hiking trails, 34 mountain peaks and numerous lakes and rivers. Visitors can enjoy biking , hiking,… read more
Home of the famous 1960s rock concert at Woodstock, over a quarter-million acres of Ulster County are dedicated to outdoor recreational use. Hike, bicycle or walk the Rail Trail near New Palz, fish Esopus Creek at Phoenicia or follow t… read more
The city of New Paltz, New York offers hikers an unbeatable collection of trails to explore. Check out the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail Bridge and Trail, view the amazing scenery of the the Cliffs of Lake Minnewaska; see how far you can… read more
New York State's Hudson Valley follows the Hudson River from just above New York City all the way to Albany, the state capital. America's wealthiest families once prized this area as a summer home location. Today the Hudson Valley is a… read more
New Paltz, New York, is a Hudson Valley paradise where you can bike, swim, run, climb, golf, parachute, hike, and more. In the winter, the fabled Catskills provide ample opportunities nearby for fun in the snow. It is quite easy to wor… read more
New Paltz, New York, and the surrounding area, is a popular destination among outdoor lovers. The town is a mix of rural and urban, in part due to the presence of State University of New York -- New Paltz. Hike at Sam's Point Preserve… read more
Situated in the picturesque Mid-Hudson River Valley, the mid-size town of Lagrange, New York, offers visitors access to numerous outdoor activities and adventures. Travellers can enjoy fishing and water sports on the Hudson, hike the n… read more
Opinions about the best tasting backpacking food vary, however it is not difficult to create some of your favorite meals in the back country. Dry foods are easily carried in a pack and should be considered for the majority of meals. De… read more
Many people think that even a car-camping trip necessitates reliance on processed, pre-packaged foods. This kind of food is convenient and easy to prepare, but it is hardly the only option or even the best one. A variety of tasty, nutr… 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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