Palakkad is the capital town of the district of the same name in the state of Kerala, India. The town serves as an excellent base for trekking and discovering the natural parks of both Kerala and neighboring Tamil Nadu. read more
Concordia, Missouri, while a small rural town of just 2,360 residents has a rich history of hardworking people. It is located between Columbia and Kansas City and those who visit enjoy the slower-pace of living. Vacationers and business travelers enjoy staying here for the peace and quiet they encounter. There are great accommodations in this town that appea… read more
Dixie County, Florida is in what is referred to as "The Nature Coast" in the panhandle of Florida on the Gulf of Mexico. Visitors to the county have access to sea-kayaking, fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, bird-watching, surfing, wild-life observation, and biking. The Suwannee River Wilderness Trail, Manatee Springs Park, Fanning Springs State Park… read more
Camping is a lot of fun for kids of all ages, but the unfamiliar and exciting new environment that makes it fun, also can make it dangerous. Education is key to helping keep your kids stay safe in the woods. read more
Adventurers have been around throughout history. Some of their quests have taken them to the edge, forcing them to face life and death circumstances. Not all survive, but those who do gain a higher appreciation for life. Some even achieve prominence. read more
A career in animal conservation may seem fairly straight forward. Throughout the years, such jobs as zoo keepers and wild life enforcement officers have been common place. They are often thought of in regard to animal conservation. How… read more
Playa del Carmen, located in the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, is one of the up-and-coming tourist destinations in the country. Founded by Spanish settlers, there is a very European feel to the city (as well as the architecture). It is… read more
Ireland is a beautiful country filled with history, amazing views and plenty of things to keep you busy. There are lots of people that go on vacation to see the old style architecture and travel back in time, but many wonder if their k… read more
Shelby County, Kentucky is known as the "American Saddlebred Capital of the World" and there's something for everyone to do, including most outdoor enthusiasts. Shelbyville is located near the Shelby County Parks and Recreation which h… read more
Run by the Tunica Biloxi tribe of Native American Indians, the Paragon Casino & Resort is a Louisiana oasis. Whether you want to test your endurance by swimming in the massive outdoor pool, golf at the Tamahka Trails Golf Course, w… read more
In Salt Lake City visitors can spend a day at Great Salt Lake which is 20,000 square miles and also includes a wild life refuge. There is also Great Salt Lake State Park for hiking and camping. There are many hotels in Salt Lake City t… read more
Chester, Illinois is known as the "home of Popeye." The creator of the cartoon of Popeye developed some of the characters from actual residents who once lived in Chester, Illinois. Tourists who come to visit Chester, Illinois can enjoy… read more
Costa Rica is a nature lover's paradise, with a wide diversity of wild life, plants and adventure activities from which to choose. In addition, Costa Rica has a few volcanoes. The most popular and most accessible of these is Arenal Vol… read more
Litchfield Beach, South Carolina is located just 30 minutes from Myrtle Beach and near Pawleys Beach. Litchfield Beach is known for having miles of beaches and because of the year-round warm temperate it is an ideal vacation spot any t… read more
Nestled in Arizona's White Mountains about two and a half hours away from Phoenix, Heber-Overgaard offers its visitors a cool summer getaway and a plethora of outdoor recreational activities. Five recreational lakes and 15 hiking trail… read more
Sonora, California, is in the heart of Gold Country, near the Sierra Mountains. Hikers and trail runners will enjoy the Dragoon Gulch Trail, a two-mile loop-trail that has varying terrain and views of the surrounding mountains. Visitor… 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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