When people become winter sports enthusiasts, they often realize that all of their vacation money goes to skiing and snowboarding holidays. Those who once enjoyed exploring Europe's cultural attractions may bemoan the fact that this is no longer an option. However, this is not exactly true. A European winter ski vacation gives you the opportunity to have the… read more
Cross country skiing is a sport that is enjoyed individually using cross country skis and ski poles to glide and maneuver over packed snow. There are also variations of the sport. There are different classifications of cross country ski types such as backcountry, groomed trail and race performance---because of this, ski designs vary slightly. read more
The 2010 Winter Olympics will be held February 12-28 in Vancouver, Canada. The 2010 games will include 86 sports events from bobsled, luge, and skeleton to speed skating and alpine and Nordic ski events. Many new events were proposed to be included in Vancouver but were ultimately rejected by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Some of the best events… read more
Ski poles are simple but extremely useful tools used in nearly all forms of skiing. Depending on the type of skiing, they can be used for balance, turning, braking and even propulsion. Surprisingly, ski jumping, cross country, alpine and telemark ski poles all have the same basic parts. The size, materials and configuration vary a bit, but the essential pol… read more
Nordic skiing, any method of propulsion that uses a ski that does not attach to the heel of a boot, predates the oldest known ski, a 4,500 year old artifact found in Sweden. read more
Marriott Hotels owns 15 unique brands, but it has only one hotel in Lake Placid, N.Y. The Courtyard Lake Placid is located right in the town's village, which was home to two Winter Olympics (1932 and 1980). The Courtyard Lake Placid ha… read more
When we think of New York, we most often think of skyscrapers, taxicabs and the relentless hustle-bustle of the concrete jungle. What we do not typically think of are outdoor activities. Nevertheless, the Big Apple and surrounding envi… read more
Oslo, Norway, is a big city that offers a variety of activities and access to nearby outdoor activities. The city is located between forested mountains, along a river and at a fjord. This location provides for an abundance of water act… read more
Silverton is a former mining town located in the San Juan mountains of southwestern Colorado. Well off the beaten path for those traveling from Denver, Silverton has a reputation for challenging, expert skiing offered at Silverton Moun… read more
Deservedly so, Norman Crampton, author of The Best Small Towns in America, ranks Saranac Lake as the11th best small town in the US. This little town with its lively arts scene sits cozily in the High Peaks Region of the Adirondack Moun… read more
Indiana has several claims to fame. The state has more miles of interstate highway per square mile than any other; it has more than 100 native species of trees; and one county, Parke, boasts 32 covered bridges and the notoriety as the… 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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