Activities
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The Appalachian Trail and My Story
The Appalachian Trail – What to Expect and How to Prepare… By Mary Lyons How did I get this crazy idea? In 1996 I met an author who would change my life and never even know it. His name is David Brill, and he is a freelance writer for men’s magazines. He spoke to…
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What If You Lose Communication
What to do if you lose communication while camping? Sponsored Post For many of us, there is nothing like going into the great outdoors to get away from the stress and strife of modern-day life. Unfortunately, however, while being out in the wilderness is great to unwind, it’s still nice to have some connection to…
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Free checklists for lovers of the great outdoors
By Nicole Anderson Many of us live for the time when we get to experience the outdoors. We are constantly planning the next great escape from the city to again be at peace with the serenity, majesty and wonder of nature. Often in our pressured, busy lives it is so easy to forget a few…
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Bear spray or guns for protection?
Personal protection against bears – guns or bear spray? By Carley Fairbrother I spent seven years as a backcountry ranger in northern British Columbia, and one of the questions I got asked the most was, “do you carry a gun out there?” They seemed genuinely concerned when I told them that I usually just carried…
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Cute Romantic Gestures For Hiking Lovers
Cute romantic gestures and hiking…is there a better combination in the great outdoors? By Oceana Setaysha Hiking is a wonderful activity to do with someone you love. If you and your partner both love to hike, it can be fun to bring a bit more romance into your hiking adventures, providing some guidelines are followed.…
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Joshua Tree as a magical desert spot
Explore the Magical Desert of Joshua Tree, California, USA By Lucy Gomez Explore the Ancient Desert at Joshua Tree The Joshua Tree Park is considered as a magical and massive desert land, which is about 790,000 square acres. And speaking about the desert, here you need to know that there is absolutely no electricity, no…
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Solo Trekking in Zhangjiajie Mountains of China
Overcoming Fear as a Solo Trekker in Zhangjiajie Mountains of China By Marinel de Jesus My very first entry to China was through the Hunan Province in 2014. As it turns out it, if you’re new to China, Hunan will shock you because it is far from the notion of a foreigner mecca in terms…
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Using Menstrual Cups While Camping
9 Points About Using Menstrual Cups While Camping on Your Period By Phoebe Hodina Menstrual Cups: Because your period shouldn’t ever hold you back. Period. Thinking of using menstrual cups on your adventures in the great outdoors (or anywhere for that matter)? Here are nine points to consider. 1. The cup is better for Mother…
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Camping: What Is Your Style?
The Exhilarating World of Women Camping: What Is Your Style? By Iris West As summer comes to a dramatic but scintillating close, it wouldn’t hurt to squeeze in a last-minute camping venture into the great outdoors. Well, there’s something alluring about a woman’s camping experience. Maybe it’s a wonderful way to get that sun-kissed, summer…
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How to Prepare For Motorcycle Camping
How to Prepare For Motorcycle Camping From a Woman’s Point of View By Daniela Schoenberg As a woman motorcyclist, you want to make sure you’re prepared for your exciting camping adventure. Taking your bike on a long ride to the great outdoors is a great way to spend time with friends, family, or just by…