This is part one of a two part series that I will be writing on winter camping! Check back soon for the next installment. The weather outside may be frightful, but with the right equipment and a good attitude, you can enjoy some stark winter vistas that can’t be seen any other time of the year. There’s no need to worry… Read more →
PFC, or perfluorocarbons, are a compound that makes your pots and pans “non stick” and your favorite hiking or camping gear “water repellant” or “waterproof”. But it’s increasingly come under fire and has been linked to various cancers and birth defects. We live and learn, and many companies are beginning to ban the use of PFCs in their products. That’s… Read more →
Hiking is most refreshing in the Fall. The weather is not oppressively hot, nor is it bitter cold. The trees are changing colors, giving hikers ethereal landscapes through which to venture. There is no doubt that hiking in the Fall is a beautiful, calming experience. However, it can be difficult to choose where to go. There are several great places… Read more →
Apple picking Easily one of the most classic American pastimes in the fall, apple picking is an amazing way to explore the pure beauty of nature. Interestingly enough, the most extensive apple orchard area in the country is in eastern Washington state and the second largest apple orchard area is located Upstate New York. Corn mazes Arguably the most exciting… Read more →
Glacier National Park While many hikers and other adventurers head straight towards more popular national parks such as Yosemite or Yellowstone, explorers from all over the country are slowly making their way to Glacier National Park. The vast beauty of Montana is definitely found in Glacier National Park, with more than 730 miles of mountain peaks, lakes, and meadows to… Read more →
Along with heading to the beach or perhaps the pool, hiking is another very common summer related activity for families, couples, and students. While hiking can be more relaxing than spending time under the beating sun in a local beach town, there are various safety precautions you need to keep in mind both before and during your hiking excursion. 1.… Read more →
It sure may cost a pretty penny, but if you can afford it buying American is almost always a good choice. It’s a win for everyone involved— a domestic business gets your support, and you get some seriously well-made goods. Not only that, but you can sleep easy knowing that more likely than not, the hands that went into creating… Read more →
Ah, hiking. It’s good for our mental health, physical well-being, and can put us deeply in touch with our most primal roots. But if you find yourself settling down or spending long periods of time in big cities, you may think that you can’t enjoy a nice hike along a well traveled trail. But this is misguided thinking. And no,… Read more →
River Parks give us great way to do some exploring. Unlike a camping ground or familiar hiking expedition, a river park’s focus is activity around, well, a river. It provides an alternative means of reconnecting with nature, even though many of the parks have had some human alterations. However, this is often necessary. For instance, eliminating or refitting dangerous dams… Read more →
Sometimes a good documentary will give you newfound appreciation for something you love. Like this one, about Idaho. I don’t know how often you think about this State, but learning about the geology in the area made something abundantly clear: the land is nature’s gift to us. Hiking is a time to explore the trails and really dive into something… Read more →