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On the Trails in Sedona Arizona - Dianne Lehmann
I've written about Sedona in Arizona before. Mostly that was regarding the grandeur of the red rock formations. And believe me they are quite something to see. I remember my very first glimpse of them. We were driving into Sedona by way of the Village of Oak Creek on Highway 179. First you get a... Submitted 163 days 6 hours ago.

The Best Hiking-Biking Trail In The Southeast…Maybe The U.S. - Joel Hendon
If you are unacquainted with the Chief Ladiga Trail/Silver Comet Trail and if you are a nature lover and love to hike or bicycle through some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. This is something you ought to read. This trail begins on the western edge of Atlanta, Georgia east of... Submitted 39 days 3 hours ago.

Climbing the High Sierra Near Yosemite. A Wounded Dog, A Blonde, Her Bro and Me - - Christofer French
I looked into her brown eyes and kissed them. My dried lips seemed to give little comfort. I pulled a jacket over her face to guard her from the blazing sun. “There you go” I whispered. She exhaled. Not a moist exhalation, but one of those dry-as-desert breaths that seemed to have... Submitted 1 year 11 days ago.

This Yosemite RV Park has Something for Every Level of Camper - Wayne and Judy Bayliff
The Indian Flat RV Park is located on the Merced River just eight scenic miles from the Highway 140 western entrance to Yosemite National Park in California. Ah, Yosemite Thundering waterfalls, magnificent giant Sequoia groves, and towering granite cliffs that shimmer in the moonlight... Submitted 1 year 96 days ago.

Mount Bonnell - A Hiker's Dream - Austin, TX - Sydney Spence
Being the Capital of Texas with live music scenes, mouth watering Tex-Mex, and the Longhorns football team isn't the only thing Austin is known for. Mount Bonnell is another one of its marvels with a long history and legends all its own. Tourists revel in the majestic view seen from the highest... Submitted 2 years 80 days ago.

How to Stay Fit Camping with the Family - - Polly Mary J. Bowen
Fitness is an essential component in everyday life. Why not take the kids bikes with you while camping at your favorite campground? Not only will you enjoy the action as a family, but you are modeling the importance of fitness. Biking is an excellent cardiovascular activity and if well planned... Submitted 2 years 115 days ago.

Top Spots to Visit in Ely Minnesota - - Polly Mary J. Bowen
Ely, Minnesota has excellent shops, restaurants, outfitters for outdoor adventures, campgrounds, and the entrance gate to Superior National Forest, known as the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). This quaint town has many things that appeal to the adventurous pallet. Why not plan for... Submitted 2 years 122 days ago.

Campfire Treats That Will Delight The Kids - Asher Ricard
Camping with kids can be such an adventure. Everything is new and appealing as kids explore the outside world and find that there is more to the world then just video games and movies. Kids will be amazed watching the campfire. They return to little cave men as their eyes light up when the fire... Submitted 3 years 22 days ago.

How To Camp On A Budget - Asher Ricard
Camping is a great summer activity that doesn't cost a lot to begin with and offers families a great vacation. In the times we are in, vacations are going to be hard for families. Camping can be a great alternative. Traditionally it is a cheap vacation with nights under $40 at most campsites.... Submitted 3 years 29 days ago.

Mt Kenya and Kilimanjaro Trekking Experience - Mark Foe
It's February and today is a hot sunny day with clear blue skies just like any other day in February. I'm in Nairobi doing the final arrangements for a six day Mount Kenya climb using the Sirimon - Chogoria traverse. Before going to bed, I make sure the vehicle is in good shape. I also make a... Submitted 4 years 338 days ago.

High Altitude Tips For Backpackers - Steve Gillman
My first high altitude experience was going to the top of Mount Shasta (14,179 feet) in California. My head was pounding like someone was knocking on a door, and this continued for hours. After I made it to the summit and began to descend, the pain went away. This is a clue to the primary... Submitted 5 years 162 days ago.

Wal-Mart Camping And Other Free Places - Steve Gillman
"Do you know about Wal-Mart camping?" We didn't know, but the old man at the campground in Florida insisted WalMart not only allowed RVs and vans to park overnight, but encouraged it. "Free camping," he told us, and we didn't wait long to take advantage of this new knowledge. Somewhere in... Submitted 5 years 218 days ago.

The Best Beach Camping Parks in California - Rich Herman
There are many beautiful beaches in California. Although most of these have many activities available for day-use, not all of them provide facilities for camping and allow overnight stays. This article lists the best beach camping parks in California and gives you some of the details about each... Submitted 5 years 260 days ago.

Survival Tips For Backpackers - Steve Gillman
Why survival tips for backpackers? Certainly backpacking may never become a matter of wilderness survival for you, especially if you are careful in your planning. Still, getting lost or twisting an ankle far from any road is always a possibility. In any case, learning a few new things from time... Submitted 5 years 338 days ago.

Michigan Outdoors - Hidden Places - Steve Gillman
In Michigan, being outdoors can mean relaxing on a sandy beach or getting lost in the wilderness. One of the hidden places described below will let you do both. Here are three places that you haven't seen in magazine articles and guide books. Michigan Outdoors - Rivers You can float the... Submitted 6 years 63 days ago.

Van Camping - Steve Gillman
Why van camping? It certainly doesn't give you the luxury of life in an RV, but then you don't have the discomfort of sleeping in a tent, either. It's cheap compared to an RV, and you can go places they cannot. That's why we spent more than 25 nights sleeping in our conversion van last year. ... Submitted 6 years 126 days ago.

Camping And The Right Kind Of Tent - ianw
Campers all over the globe prefer to use tents in their camping trips. With so many different kinds of tents available in the market, it becomes very difficult to choose the type of tent which is suitable for your needs. This article describes the essential criteria that you should look in a... Submitted 6 years 305 days ago.

The Different Styles of Tents Available - ianw
The dictionary defines a tent as 'a portable shelter usually of canvas or other cloth stretched over poles or supports and fastened to the ground with pegs and ropes'. That definition covers a wide variety of structures in many sizes, shapes and styles. Whether you're looking for family... Submitted 6 years 355 days ago.

10 Benefits You Get from Using Trekking Poles For Hiking - shorrobi
By Robin Shortt We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act but a habit. -Aristotle- I remember watching my boys growing up. They would go to their Scout meetings and bring home a pole that they had cut from a sapling. They made it into a pole by stripping the bark... Submitted 7 years 45 days ago.

Dutch Oven Cooking Basics - shorrobi
by Val Shortt Pioneer Cooking When you think of a cast iron Dutch oven, what comes to your mind? Pioneer cooking? Stews over the open fire? Of coarse both are true, but they are still very much in use today and as for the Dutch oven, the possibilities are endless. Dutch ovens can be... Submitted 7 years 46 days ago.

Black Bear Chasing Kid Style - shorrobi
by Robin Shortt Black Bear Chase Peddling as fast as my aching legs could move, I came to an abrupt stop. My shocked eyes followed the big black bear as it veered off the old brush road into the dark forest, just a few feet in front of me. Camping With My Friends It was early summer.... Submitted 7 years 46 days ago.

Let There Be Light, Part 1 – The Camping Lantern - Nick Smith
The only thing worse than setting up a tent in the rain is setting up a tent in the rain in the dark. That is a lesson I learned all too well while trying to set up camp in the middle of the night during a cold New England thunderstorm. Having the right camping lantern can be the difference... Submitted 7 years 123 days ago.

Camping Food That Works for You - Nick Smith
Even though winter - with all its snow, wind, and cold - is definitely upon us, it’s never too early to start thinking about camping this spring or summer. And for those outdoor enthusiasts who won’t wait for the snow to melt before setting out this winter, there is no better time than now to... Submitted 7 years 143 days ago.

Malinge & Athabasca Canyon: Mt. Robson Base - - Jessie Eldora
Hiking the Canadian Rockies The gorgeous scenery around Jasper, Alberta, is absolutely breathtaking. Traveling through the trails of the Canadian Rockies, it's impossible not to feel the majesty of it all. Travelers looking to hike in the early summer months must remember that it is important... Submitted 329 days 1 hour ago.

Camp Stoves- Maintenance Tips for Better Performance - - Polly Mary J. Bowen
Are your camping days done because the cold weather is here? Maybe you're a fair weather camper. If so don't forget to check your camp stove for cleaning and repair before storage or before each trip. Here are some tips to help you complete that task: Multi-Fuel Stoves 1. Always remove... Submitted 1 year 189 days ago.