Crystal Mountain ski resort is located in the state of Washington, on the Cascade Range. It is the largest and also most luxurious ski resort in Washington, and it is a little known fact that the area operates year round, catering to ski enthusiasts as well as summer vacationers. Some of the ski lifts are kept operational during the summer, providing perfect… read more
For a memorable skiing holiday, Colorado is hard to beat. The state is fortunate to have many ski resorts with breathtaking views of the Rockies and plenty of trails for skiers of all abilities. Many of these resorts also offer lots of activities off the slopes as well. read more
Skiing is the winter activity of choice for outdoor enthusiasts vacationing in Ellicottville, New York. Holimont Ski Resort boasts 9 lifts and more than 50 slopes and trails, while Holiday Valley has 13 lifts and 56 trails, 39 of which are used for night skiing. In the summer, nearby McCarty Hill, Bryant Hill, Boyce Hill, Golden Hill, Cattaraugus and Dobbins… read more
Ohio boasts dozens of towns along the Ohio River where visitors can take advantage of hiking, boating, and fishing facilities. You can enjoy river activities in large cities like Cincinnati, or small towns like Steubenville and Gallipolis. River towns are also excellent places to learn about Ohio's rich history. There are many hotels on the Ohio River where… read more
Every last Monday in May, you can thank the good people of Waterloo, N.Y., for their gracious contribution to American holidays--Memorial Day. Started in 1865 by a local druggist as a means of recognizing fallen war heroes, Waterloo continues the tradition it began with a special event that now includes a 5K run and a pizza-eating contest. Situated in the he… read more
There's more to Christmas vacation than sitting around waiting to open presents. If you have some free time, you may want to consider taking off and enjoying some of the time away from the routine. While Christmas in Disneyworld or a C… read more
The Christmas holidays are a natural time to plan a vacation. Many people already have a substantial block of time off from work, which can be expanded. If you decide to skip larger family festivities, you have a great opportunity for… read more
A nightmare for many skiers is to go to a lot of time and trouble getting to a backcountry location or to spend a lot of money on a ski holiday only to suffer a bad ankle sprain on the first day of skiing. However, a slightly sprained… read more
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a popular vacation destination. Numerous outdoor activities abound in this city of 25,000. Enjoy the white sand beaches, swimming, snorkeling, water parks, boating, and jet skiing. Additionally, check ou… read more
Ellenburg lies in the northeast corner of New York State on the edge of Adirondack Park. The preserved land in this state park covers more than 6 million acres, about the size of neighboring Vermont, and it is the largest protected are… 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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