The mating of birds brings out their flashiest behavior. Many species are in their finest, most aesthetic plumage, their fullest and most intricate song and their most energetic activity during the breeding season. In the case of a lot of birds, as prospective mates work their hardest to come together and attract one another, they give off signals readily di… read more
According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) the muskellunge is one of the largest and most elusive fish in Minnesota. Minnesota lakes contain an amazing variety of freshwater species, including the muskie. Those who set out to fish the muskie are serious, and want to get their boat on the water as fast as they can, without a hassle. read more
Detroit, located in southeast lower Michigan, is the home of world-class sporting, gaming and entertainment. From Detroit's four professional sports teams--the Tigers, Pistons, Lions and Red Wings--to its three casinos and countless music and entertainment venues, including Fox Theatre, Joe Louis Arena and Cobo Convention Center, there is something for ever… read more
Minnesota is known as the land of 10,000 lakes, but rivers also play a large part in the state's landscape. The towering bluffs that cradle valleys of prairie and forest and give contour to the southeastern portion of the state line the Mississippi River near Red Wing, Minnesota. This region is one of the most beautiful areas of the state and is a prime RV c… read more
Ellsworth, Wisconsin, is a village in the western part of the state about 30 miles from Minneapolis and St. Paul. According to the 2000 census, it has about 2,900 residents. Ellsworth is known as the Cheese Curd Capital of Wisconsin for which there is a festival each June that highlights the products of the Ellsworth Co-op Creamery. There's not a lot happen… read more
If you spot a red bird in North America, you can restrict your identification to a relative handful of species. What follows are general steps for figuring out what type of bird you saw, meant to coincide with the consultation of a goo… read more
The perching birds comprise the world's largest order of birds. Also called songbirds, these types of birds make up 60 percent of the total species of birds. read more
The New England states are home to many species of birds, some of which migrate south in the winter and others that remain year-round. While some of these birds are identifiable by their colors, people may recognize a few by their beha… read more
Indiana is known for its farmland, but it has an abundance of bird habitats, including sandy dunes on Lake Michigan, wetlands, deep woods and the Ohio River basin. The weather varies greatly between the northern and southern areas of t… read more
According to numbers cited by the Pennsylvania Game Commission website, there are reports of as many as 430 species of birds in the state. This large number represents almost half of all known bird species that inhabit North America, m… read more
Minnesota, "the land of 10,000 lakes," is the fishing Mecca of the Midwest. From border to border, anglers will find lakes, rivers and streams within miles of each other. read more
Virginia is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the United States. The beaches feature various types of activities which everyone should enjoy. It has 14 miles of free public beaches with activities ranging from aquariums to… read more
Bent Mountain, in the southwestern part of Virginia, is nestled in the lower elevations of the Blue Ridge Mountains, south of Roanoke. Travelers in this area might be driving up Bent Mountain Rd. as part of the Blue Ridge Wine Trail, w… read more
Detroit, Michigan, has a wide variety of activities for young people. The city has numerous museums including the Detroit Institute of Art, Detroit Science Center and Detroit Children's Museum. Detroit also has a water park, a theater… 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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