Located on North Carolina's Crystal Coast, Emerald Island is a holiday community with a tiny year-round population that is dwarfed by the crowd of summer visitors. The island is popular for good reason, as there are beautiful beaches and plenty of seaside and water-based activities to keep them busy. read more
Los Angeles has an image as the gridlocked urban center of Southern California. It's known for its million dollar homes and celebrity sightings. The glitzy, glamorous and smoggy reputation of this fair city precedes it, but outdoor enthusiasts or budget-conscious travelers need not fret. Los Angeles offers a surprising amount of affordable and nature friendl… read more
Located in Broward County, the city of Pompano Beach encompasses approximately 22 square miles and is located north of Fort Lauderdale and along the Atlantic Coast. According to city-data.com, the population count is slightly over 100,000 people with the median age being 42. read more
The walleye surfperch is a saltwater fish that ranges primarily along the West Coast in North America. As the name suggests, walleye surfperch are caught most successfully by surf fishing and jigging from piers with fresh cut bait. Most weigh less than half a pound, but walleye surfperch are easy to catch and offer good sport for the novice saltwater angler,… read more
Lake fishing can appear to be a slam dunk method of catching fish. However, just as mountain trout, pier, surf and other types of fishing have specific nuances so do lakes. Add a specific lake to the mix and you now have a mystery on your hands. One way to narrow your selection of bait fish on a particular lake is to use your investigative skills and determi… read more
Saltwater fishing involves attracting and catching a wide range of fish species that live in waters with a high salt concentration. In comparison to freshwater species, saltwater fish tend to be larger in size and weight because food i… read more
Don't despair because you don't have a boat to take you fishing. Pier fishing is an economical way to fish that will have you pulling in some great catches. In fishing from a pier, you won't have a huge gas bill to run the boat's eng… read more
Surfside Beach, South Carolina is a great place to visit. Located right on the Atlantic Ocean, just a few miles south of Myrtle Beach, there are many activities for families, singles, teenagers or groups. There are many restaurants wit… read more
One of three communities making Topsail Island, Surf City is in the middle of this 26-mile long barrier island located some 30 minutes northeast of Wilmington, North Carolina. Known for its maritime forest, pristine beaches and abundan… read more
South Florida's Miami Beach borders the Atlantic Ocean and is world famous for breathtaking beaches, diverse restaurants, countless boutiques, exciting nightlife and numerous water-based activities, including swimming, fishing, scuba d… read more
If you want to soak up the sun and sand and enjoy a quiet retreat, head to beach destinations in Florida such as Sanibel Island, Fort Myers and Vero Beach. Renting a secluded beach cottage in Florida for a short or long-term stay offer… read more
Cape Hatteras, also known as Hatteras Island, is located on the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Over 75 percent of the area is undeveloped as part of the Hatteras Island National Seashore and the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Vis… read more
Hillsborough County, Florida is on the west coast and incorporates the city of Tampa. Though many areas are urbanized, the county still holds wilderness areas. With several rivers and the Gulf of Mexico within the county's bounds, ther… read more
Located approximately 30 miles north of Daytona in Florida's palm coast region, Flagler Beach has over six miles of sparkling Atlantic Ocean beaches, plentiful fishing opportunities and local boutique shops and restaurants. Biking alon… read more
Daytona, Florida, enjoys coastal access along the eastern coast of the state. Warm suns, long stretches of beaches and plenty of water sports highlight the Daytona region. Fishing in the area around Daytona is varied and accessible, wh… 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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