Snowshoeing is a great way to maintain or improve your fitness level during the winter when the jogging trails are covered underneath 3 feet of snow. But, before you venture out into the cold, there are a few things you should know about your snowshoes. Choosing the right model for your activity can make a pleasant day in the woods even more enjoyable. read more
Snowshoe Mountain is one of the largest ski resorts in West Virginia. Given its size and relatively extensive terrain, Snowshoe is popular with residents of West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, North Carolina, Ohio, Illinois and Washington D.C. read more
Snowshoe Mountain Resort in West Virginia is an adventurers' paradise, in the winter and the summer, too. During the winter, the resort has more than a dozen trails for ski buffs and snowboarding enthusiasts. In the summer, the resort stays open for hiking and trout fishing as well as numerous other outdoor sports. The village itself is loaded with nightly e… read more
Snowshoe Mountain Ski Resort in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, offers snowboarding, snowshoeing, and cross-country and downhill skiing on two mountains in the winter. Summer activities include mountain biking, hiking and fly-fishing. The resort is open all year, with lodging of 1,400 rooms and condominiums. Lodging amenities include exercise rooms, pools… read more
While snowshoeing is commonly done with pack books like Sorels, or with hiking boots, it is possible to use ski boots, especially more flexible ski boots such as telemark boots, with snowshoes. Using alpine boots can also be done, and some backcountry skiers use smaller snowshoes for steep climbs where using climbing skins would be difficult. When using ski… read more
Snowshoes feature a sturdy frame and latticework that serves to distribute the wearer's weight evenly over fresh snow. This makes it possible to walk in even very soft snow without actually sinking and expending a lot of energy attempt… read more
Some outdoor enthusiasts enjoy spending time in the woods in all seasons--including winter. Winter camping in New York is for the real hardcore backpackers. Winter temperatures in New York--especially upstate--can reach well below zero… read more
The Denali National Park & Preserve is a beautiful national park located in Alaska on 6 million acres of wilderness. The park encompasses Mount McKinley, which is the highest mountain in North America. It was originally dedicated a… 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
Snowshoes have long been helping folks traipse across snow, but not all snowshoes are created equal. Different types of snowshoes benefit different types of hiking. You also want to pay attention to the price and materials. Snowshoes u… read more
At 20,320 feet high, Mt. McKinley, or Denali, as most mountaineers call it, is the highest peak in North America and one of the Seven Summits, the highest peaks on each continent, making it a popular mountain to climb. Though its altit… read more
West Virginia can be found in the Appalachian region of the United States. With its mountains and diverse geography, the state is a popular tourist destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking for skiing adventure as well as mountain bi… 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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