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• How to Fit Cross Country Skis

  Cross country skiing is an ideal way to stay in shape while enjoying the snow. Wearing properly-fitted cross country skis will make the experience all the more enjoyable. Known as "skinny skis," cross country skis are typically longer,… read more

• Basic First Aid Kit for Hiking

  A first aid kit is essential for hiking and camping. It provides basic tools and supplies that can help a hiker stay healthy and safe in the wilderness. You can find many quality first aid kits at drug stores, superstores and camping s… read more

• How to Plan a Walking Route

  Nothing is more peaceful and relaxing than taking a hike through the wilderness. As with most outdoor activities, it is best to be prepared and plan ahead. This is true with planning a walking route too. You want to be prepared for the… read more

• How to Climb Kilimanjaro

  Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa, but unlike a Himalayan climb, most able-bodied persons have a good chance of reaching its summit. It's important to consider the risk factors when undertaking this climb, however. Most suc… read more

• Things to Do in Maui in December

  Maui is gorgeous at any time of the year, but December is an excellent time to visit. If you go before schools get out for the holidays, the island has fewer tourists, so your outdoor activities will be more enjoyable. Carry sunscreen… read more

• Big Bend National Park Boomerang Floats Review

  If you want to see towering canyons and have a real wilderness adventure on the Rio Grande River, go to Big Bend National Park in Southwest Texas. Take a boomerang float trip. Boomerang float trips involve paddling up the river and flo… read more

• Forest Ranger Requirements

  According to the U.S. National Park Service, every year, approximately 275 million people visit a national park somewhere in the United States. In all, 84 million acres of land and 4.5 million acres of oceans, lakes and reservoirs have… read more

• Seven Summits to Climb Before You Die

  Mountain climbing is a tough but rewarding sport. You have to be in excellent condition and have plenty of training to successfully scale some of the more challenging mountain peaks on the planet. Depending on your level of skill and f… read more

• Alaska Walking Tours

  Hiking through the Alaskan wilderness is the sort of vacation that rugged outdoorsmen and nature-lovers dream about constantly. No matter how experienced you are, however, you'll be a lot safer---and waste a lot less time---by taking a… read more

• How to Train for a Bike Ride

  Training for a bike ride typically means you plan a ride that's longer or more demanding than what you normally do. Underestimating a ride can lead to frustration and possible injury. The more time you spend properly training and condi… read more

• SCUBA Instructor Requirements

  If you enjoy scuba diving and want to share your appreciation of diving with others, then you may consider becoming a scuba instructor. Scuba instructors teach novice divers the theoretical and practical aspects of scuba diving and oft… read more

• How to Use a Fixed-Gear Bike for Training

  In recent years fixed gear bikes, or "fixies", have become popular with commuters and recreational cyclists alike. They're relatively easy to maintain, and employ a single fixed gear that allows for no gear changes and no coasting. Fix… read more

• Kayaking Trips in Alaska

  Hosting one of the largest unspoiled wildernesses in America, outdoors enthusiasts of all stripes are drawn to the allure of Alaska. Kayakers in particular will find Alaska presents them with a dual challenge. On the one hand are Alask… read more

• The Best Green Jobs for Summer

  Summertime was made for lazy days spent in the sunshine, enjoying warm temperatures. For some, however, especially teens and college students, summer is the time to get a job, make some money for college and learn new skills. With gree… read more

• Rafting in Kufstein, Austria

  Austria is a mountainous country. The Austrian Alps have many opportunities for outdoor sports and recreation, including whitewater rafting. Kufstein, Austria is a mountain village north of the Nationalpark Hohe Tauern, where rafting a… read more

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