The purple martin is the biggest swallow that lives in the United States. In the eastern part of the country, this bird lives almost solely in birdhouses that are set up by citizens and conservationists. Like all swallows, the purple martin is an excellent flier, using this ability to both eat and drink. read more
As anglers know, fishing lines break all the time, and eventually that wear and tear leads to the need to thread a new line onto the rod. This is a pretty straightforward procedure, but it is helpful to have an extra pair of hands to make it go smoothly. read more
For those folks who are forever searching for green products, wind up flashlights are great. Here are some facts about wind up flashlights. read more
The scuba tank holds the air which the BCD then routes to your regulator for breathing and also to your BCD bladder to help control your buoyancy. The first thing that a scuba diver is taught in a scuba certification course is how to put your equipment together and check that everything is securely attached. It's important to properly secure your BCD to your… read more
S'mores are a wonderful way to wind up a day of camping. Once dinner is done and cleaned up, the fire is going and the stars are out, it's time to sit back and enjoy this delicious camping dessert. Tradition calls for graham crackers, chocolate bars and marshmallows. But there are some tasty variations on the traditional theme. read more
Hikers can find themselves stranded overnight in the wilderness due to bad weather, being lost, exhaustion, an injury or any of a host of other circumstances. Regardless of the reason, individuals need to avoid being paralyzed by panic… read more
Riding kayak waves is an unexpected adventure for some. For others, the thrill turns into a love for kayak surfing and crashing waves. But it doesn't come without its challenges. Your kayak is prone to tipping on a wave or tossing you… read more
Wetsuits are used in a variety of water sports, including SCUBA and surfing. Made of skin-tight neoprene, wetsuits are designed to trap a thin layer of water against the user's skin, where it can be warmed by body heat. Because water i… read more
Several types of baits are successful at making fish bite. These include live baits as well as artificial lures. Anglers select the bait used for fishing in freshwater and saltwater settings based on experience of what has worked well… read more
Mountain bikers who want take good care of their bikes wind up changing their tires a lot, as riding around on city streets with tires better suited for rough backcountry trails is not the best use for them. Getting the best use out of… read more
Circle hooks are fishing hooks that have a much-exaggerated bend, making the hook almost form a circle. The point of the hook bends inward, giving the circle hook the appearance of a device that would have a hard time catching a fish.… read more
As a means of catching fish, a net might not be as popular among anglers as the pole, line and hook, but it is at least as useful. Throwing a fishing net to good effect is not that hard to master. All that is needed is a short tutorial… read more
Under the Endangered Species Act of December 28, 1973, there are certain criteria that an animal species must meet for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) to classify it as endangered. While the FWS regulates freshwater and land a… read more
In a world that was once dominated by lead weights, steel-spinning spoons and animal-product flies, soft, plasticized polymers changed everything. From tasty looking twisting worms to insect shapes to fluttering plankton, polymers are… read more
Planning a hiking trip to Europe? Want to get cheap tickets so you have more money to spend on hiking gear and equipment, but don't know how? A number of resources are available to make sure you get a deal that fits your budget. read more
Most people limit recreational fishing to a rod and reel, but some people prefer a different method. Casting nets are a very effective alternative way to catch fish. Learning how to throw one of these nets is so easy that you will be a… read more
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The cast net is an ancient, efficient tool for catching fish. Although the recreational use of cast nets to catch the kind of big fish an angler might want on his dinner plate or mounted on his wall is illegal in many parts of the Unit… 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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