Tree pitch or sap, that annoying gooey stuff that somehow gets on your clothes even when you were being careful, always seems to end up on a sleeve or the butt of your pants or maybe even your backpack. Whether you were cutting down the family Christmas tree, working in your garden, bushwhacking through the forest or just moving logs, the sticky stuff can be… read more
Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most beautiful parks in all of Colorado. Its massive peaks serve as the origin of the famed Colorado River, and the park has activities for outdoor enthusiasts of all types. You'll find 359 mi… read more
The rain forests of the world are an important resource. They store carbon and produce oxygen. They regulate weather around the globe and keep erosion and flooding in check. Over 50 percent of the animal species found on the planet are… read more
If you like the outdoors and either own a woodlot or have a fireplace at home, a worthy project is to combine a little forest management with cutting your own supply of firewood. In many instances, the only good use for a cull tree is… read more
Tree sap, or pitch, is quite sticky and can be difficult to remove from your camping gear. During a long hike, sap can get thoroughly worked into your boots. If you don't remove it, it can get on your tent, your clothes and your other… 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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