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Maintaining a separate wardrobe for hiking is a good idea to which a number of avid hikers subscribe. The best hiking clothing to wear is not your jeans and T-shirt, but instead a careful mix of breathable materials that complement one…
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Survival in an emergency situation in the wilderness often depends on being able to sort out myth from reality. People who find themselves in precarious scenarios may be forced to deal with such things as how to stop bleeding, how to h…
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When you take to the wilderness for an afternoon, day or month-long hike, it's important to be prepared. You may never use your first aid kit, but the first time someone requires medical care, you'll be more than happy you spent the ti…
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The state of Arizona is home to diverse wildlife. Hikers can expect to encounter many different varieties of desert animals while out on the trail. Some common animals in Arizona are the javelina, rattlesnake, coyote and road runner. I…
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Activities such as hiking, backpacking, camping or rock climbing are great ways to explore the great outdoors. But nothing can spoil your outdoor adventure like an unforeseen bite by some of mother nature's most dangerous creatures.…
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The southern half of Utah is a dream of twisted, tortured shapes in a spectrum of earth tones. The distinctive impacts of the towering spires, deep-slot canyons and improbable beehive and goblin-shaped rocks are somehow amplified by a…
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The spirit of backpacking is synonymous with venturing into the wilderness and getting far from civilization. Although no one wants to get hurt, it pays to be prepared for the worst. And backpackers typically have a strong do-it-yourse…
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Every lover of the outdoors should take a trip to the biologically diverse African country of Mozambique. With its long coastline that separates it from the island of Madagascar to the east, the rich wealth of animal life in this Afric…
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Las Vegas is a year-round attraction with no worries for those who plan on spending most of their time in the casinos, shops and shows. For those who plan on hitting Vegas to take advantage of the outdoor recreation, however, things be…
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The Badlands of South Dakota are home to the Lakota tribe, who refer to the area as "maco sica" because of its rugged landscape. The terrain is a picturesque masterpiece carved by millions of year's worth of erosion which has left behi…
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Australia offers wide expanses to camp in. It's a country the size of the United States. with a very low population density. Whether you want to spend your time camping in the rain forest, the desert or the bush, there are lots of plac…
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Leaving the beaten path behind and striking out into the backcountry can be a peaceful and rewarding experience for any hiker. Maybe you're looking for a new challenge. Maybe you're just looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a more pe…
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Idaho Falls is located in Bonneville County, and is the largest city in eastern Idaho. Idaho Falls is known for its extensive greenbelt, as the famous Snake River flows through the city's center. This gives visitors the opportunity to…
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The Sunshine State of Florida is home to Everglades National Park, The Gulf Islands National Seashore (which is shared with neighboring Mississippi,) and a myriad of state parks and national forests. With all this public land, Florida…
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Texas may defy the perspective of many people unfamiliar with its topography and geography. This large state is more than just dust and tumbleweeds and offers a diversity of habitats that makes camping possible year-round in much of th…
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