Gulf State Park, located in the town of Gulf Shores, Ala., offers visitors the opportunity to camp, fish, swim, picnic and hike. For those who want to go on short treks or longer, more arduous journeys, the park has numerous hiking trails. read more
New England is an exciting place for the outdoor enthusiast, offering countless choices for your next adventure. Go dog sledding or driving through the fall colors, whale watching or hiking through the woods. No matter your hobby, the six New England States are sure to provide a memorable vacation for you. read more
Wallingford, Connecticut is one of the more notable towns of New Haven County. With well-preserved historical houses and establishments, Wallingford prides itself in the continued conservation of this town's heritage. Wallingford is also popular among eco-tourists for its fabulous parks and challenging biking trails, mainly Sleeping Giant State Park and Tyle… read more
Kids have little legs and little patience for boredom, so bringing them along on a long hike can be a tricky proposition. While your endorphins may get released from the pure act of hiking, kids may need something extra to get them from point A to point B without a heaping helping of complaining. One of the best ways to make a hike more smoothly when you bri… read more
Rainforests are lush and dense (due to the abundance of water) and life flourishes. The plant life varies greatly, it all holds a mystery and beauty that invites the traveler to look deeper. The infrastructure of the rainforest is classified in three sections; the canopy, the understory and the forest floor. read more
Australia is a continent that has some of the strangest forms of wildlife anywhere on Earth. There are a number of animals that live in Australia that are found nowhere else on the planet, with many of these species being marsupials--m… read more
Hiking sticks are valuable for walking and hiking, providing stability and support to help you if you trip or stumble. Homemade hiking sticks are similar to store-bought hiking sticks but are made by hand instead of on an assembly line… read more
Tree climbing is often considered the leisure activity of children. This may be true, especially when considering a tree with plenty of branches to act as handholds and steps. But some trees are almost certainly beyond the abilities of… read more
The State of California created the Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park in the 1920s in an effort to protect some of the remaining old growth redwood forests from decimation by logging. Then in 1968, Congress created Redwood National Fo… read more
Tree climbing is a popular activity for people of all ages. Children can enjoy climbing trees in their backyard. Adults can also enjoy climbing trees as well. However, safety is an important consideration for any person of any age whe… read more
Canoeing can be waves of fun on its own, or you can make the experience even more amusing if you play some canoeing games. Some canoe games need at least two canoes traveling together, while others can be played on a single canoe with… read more
Whether you are lost in the wilderness during winter or your car has broken down in a remote area, building a fire is an important and often necessary action to survive against the cold. If you find yourself in a life-threatening situa… read more
With so many distractions such as video games, TVs and computers drawing kids inside, it is tough to get them into the fresh air, let alone encourage them to play even when you are camping. To get your children to put down the electron… read more
The northeastern states boast some of the most colorful fall foliage displays, according to the New England Vacations Guide. Leaf peepers can enjoy the numerous hiking trails in Connecticut, Vermont and Maine that feature paths lined w… 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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