While it may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of winter sports, North Carolina is home to several ski resorts nestled in the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. The season here is shorter than in other places for obvious reasons, but skiing can be enjoyed generally from mid-December until early March, weather permitting of course. Since wi… read more
Outside Magazine voted Boone, North Carolina as one of the best small towns of 2009. Boone is home to The Institute for Senior Scholars at Appalachian State University, which offers outdoor excursions for people over 50, so both the yo… read more
Named after frontiersman Daniel Boone, the town of Boone, North Carolina is located in the northwestern corner of the state. With its proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Boone has become a haven for outdoor enthusiasts by offering a… read more
Asheville, located in western North Carolina, is tucked away into the Blue Ridge Mountains. It continues to be a favorite vacation destination in any season. Asheville's downtown area is lined with quaint shops and restaurants unique t… read more
Skiing and snowboarding in North Carolina's Appalachian Mountains are popular activities for residents and visitors. With the highest mountains east of the Rockies and temperatures cold enough for making snow, when hitting the slopes 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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