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
Large, lumbering SUVs. Hummers invoke thoughts of huge vehicles lumbering down the freeway. For some, though, Hummer brings thoughts of a different sort of vehicle--mountain bikes. Hummer bicycles have a modern history interwoven with the commercial introduction of the Hummer SUVs. read more
Located in Colorado's slope-rich Summit County, Copper Mountain is an often-overlooked ski resort. Though smaller than many of its neighbors, Copper contains some of the smoothest terrain and easiest access east of the Continental Divide. read more
The first full-suspension Scott mountain bike was shipped in 1992. The birth of the Scott brand was in 1958 when Ed Scott invented the first tapered aluminum ski pole, replacing bamboo and steel ski poles. read more
The western third of the United States contains many massive mountains, some of which soar to a lofty 14,000 feet. Avoided by the local Indians, these lonely summits were first reached by a host of rugged adventurers, who often endured severe conditions and hardships on their journeys to the various summits. read more
New Mexico is loaded with amazing state and national parks, monuments, trails and scenic byways - all of which are great for hiking. The vast area of New Mexico is almost overwhelming when you are trying to decide where to hike. Follow… read more
The Sierra Ancha mountain range in eastern central Arizona boasts many trail options for the outdoor enthusiast, but also offers a rich history. The canyons are host to a number of cliff dwellings built and occupied in prehistoric time… read more
Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa at Boyne Mountain in northern Michigan was founded by Everett Kircher in the 1940s, and the Kircher family continues to maintain the all-seasons resort. It offers skiing, snowshoeing, golfing, hiking, mount… read more
An avalanche occurs when snow slides down a mountainside, creating a path of destruction in its wake. According to the National Snow and Ice Data Center website, avalanches kill an average of 150 people each year around the globe. read more
Located just 7 miles from the edge of the Monongahela National Forest in the Allegheny Mountains, Beverly, West Va., is a small town that dates back to the Revolutionary War. Just south of the quaint city of Elkins, which is known as t… read more
For hikers and climbers who are looking for a new challenge, one place worth exploring is the Fuji volcano, also known as Mt. Fuji. Mt. Fuji lies just west of Tokyo and is known as one of Japan's "Three Holy Mountains." read more
Straddling the Continental Divide in northern Colorado, the Rocky Mountain National Park encompasses many high peaks above 14,000 feet, as well as green mountain valleys that begin around 7,500 feet. Dominated by the massive peaks of t… 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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