Maine has the state nickname of Vacationland, USA. A quick visit to one of Maine's many picturesque, rocky harbors during the summer months will quickly confirm this description. There are any number of vacation destinations in this scenic northern New England state. read more
Erosive and gravity-loyal, rivers often offer the swiftest passage through a landscape, and people have attempted to navigate them for thousands of years. More recently, rafting river cascades has become one of the most popular extreme sports in the world. read more
Whitewater kayaking is a very exciting sport. Using a whitewater kayak entails taking on rivers with flows that create rapids or whitewater turbulence. Using a whitewater kayak as a river kayak means trading off some functionality between the two paddling conditions. Every kayak is different and there is no boat that will work best for all paddling condition… read more
Chattanooga is located in the southeastern part of Tennessee on the Chickamauga Lake and Lake NIckajack, both part of the Tennessee River. With a population of 155,554, it is the fourth-largest city in Tennessee. Chattanooga is nestled among mountains and ridges and has been nicknamed the "Scenic City." It is popular with tourists due to attractions such as… read more
Many fishing guide services are available in Washington, including bass fishing on lakes and salmon fishing charters off the coast. A fishing guide license authorizes the holder to provide services as a professional guide in catching and finding fish in Washington waters. read more
Hells Canyon spans 10 miles and is the deepest river gorge in North America. It is one of the Northwest's greatest attractions. This geologic feature was created over many thousands of years by the carving action of the Snake River, wh… read more
There are several different varieties of kayak paddles, each differing slightly depending on if it is used in the ocean, whitewater or river. All kayak paddles however, have the same three basic parts (shaft and two blades) and serve t… read more
Outdoor enthusiasts should look no further than North Carolina when planning a vacation, no matter what time of year it is. With its three distinct geographic locations--the mountains, gently rolling hills of the Piedmont and coast--No… read more
Whitewater kayaking can be an exhilarating and enjoyable summer sport. It is also a sport in which a beginner can quickly find himself in over his head, with potentially disastrous consequences. A lot of skill is needed to successfully… read more
Richmond, population 39,000, is one of Indiana's oldest cities. Outdoor enthusiasts love the Whitewater River Gorge with its miles of hiking trails, vertical cliffs and picnic areas. History buffs love the Wayne County Historical Museu… read more
There's a way to enjoy Mexico's southern Pacific coast without high-rise hotels, over-amped nightclubs and outsize shopping malls. Huatulco offers an alternative to the overdeveloped tourist destinations. Take advantage of its location… read more
Knoxville is nestled alongside the Great Smoky Mountains in the eastern portion of Tennessee. Knoxville is the scene of many historic events and has a significant cultural scene. With multiple parks, theaters and events in eastern Ten… read more
In the northeast corner of Tennessee is the Tri-Cities region comprised of the major towns of Bristol, Johnson City and Kingsport and surrounding small towns in Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. Kayaking is a popular sport in… read more
Elba is located within the scenic Whitewater Valley in southeast Minnesota in Winona County. The city is three miles north of the picturesque Whitewater State Park, located on the Whitewater River, offering outstanding opportunities fo… read more
Whitewater kayaking is a strenuous sport that involves paddling a kayak on a whitewater river or a moving body of water that can range from gentle to dangerous. The sport requires a lot of upper- and lower-body strength, balance, endur… read more
Regardless of where youngsters live, they are likely constantly consumed by electronics, computers, gadgets and technology. Moving at the speed of thought in intellectual endeavors has its benefits. However, it's hard to replace gettin… 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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