When we go exploring, we want to tackle the biggest and best site we can. The more extreme, the better… right? Not so fast. Sometimes, the smaller parks that at first glance may not seem to offer much, are actually hidden gems. Case in point: Roxborough State Park. In this handy guide, Colorado Springs Independent provides a useful brief of the… Read more →
Category: The Great Outdoors
Great Basin National Park
For any outdoorsmen interested in exploring the beauty of the landscape of the Western United States, the options for places to camp, travel and hike are virtually limitless. There is so much incredible terrain out west and not nearly enough time to explore every nook and cranny. However, for anyone venturing into the Southwestern States, the Great Basin National Park,… Read more →
Drive-Thru Americana: The Southwest
When taking a cross-country roadtrip, the goal is not just to reach the other side of the United States, be it the sunny West coast or the bustling East coast- you want to see what unforgettable landmarks the Nation has to offer along the way. In one of the latest Drive Thru American Series, they cover the Southwest United State… Read more →
The Benefits of Being Outdoors
Have you ever gone outside, taken a fresh breath deep into your lungs, breathed out and wondered: “why does that feel so good?” Turns out it’s not just you, and it’s not a magical occurrence. Spending time outside can feel so rejuvenating for a myriad of scientific reasons. Chloe Metzger of Health.com actually shared someof these benefits in a post… Read more →
So, You’re Ready for Your First Knife?
If you had to name one tool that you couldn’t be without when you’re out in the wild, what would it be? And no, firearms and multitools don’t count. Go ahead, what are you thinking? Ah, did you say “pocketknife”? If so, you aren’t the first, and certainly aren’t the last– pocket knives, and tactical knives in a larger sense,… Read more →
The Adventure of Chasing Fish Up the Coast of Maine
There’s nothing quite like the adventure of chasing fish as they swim up the eastern coast of the United States. Each spring, thousands of fisherman flock from all over — the East Coast, the Baltimore area, the Carolinas — to follow striped bass and bluefish as they swim up the coast. It’s a delicate dance that depends entirely on the weather.… Read more →
New England Ski Resorts on Track for a Record Spring Skiing Season
While many New England residents are begrudgingly stomping through snow on their way to work and impatiently awaiting the spring season, ski resorts and ski fans are celebrating the bombardment of fresh powder. The recent onslaught of snowstorms has blanketed New England resorts with impressive amounts of fresh snow, including 170 inches so far this season at Killington Resort in… Read more →
Snowmobiling: Getting Started
Sometimes winter needs a little extra push. Skis and snowboards can only take you so far, and that is where snowmobiling comes in. As an article featured in Snowshoe Magazine attests, there are winter locations that can only be reached by snowmobile and the payoffs come big with high speeds and breathtaking views. With winter showing no signs of leaving… Read more →
Fly Fishing: Tying a Fly
One of the most important steps when it comes to being a successful fly-fisher, is learning how to tie a lifelike fly properly. Most well-tied flies are done specifically to cater to the particular kind of fish you are trying to catch. Here are the three most common ways to tie a fly: The first is the pheasant tail nymph,… Read more →
5 Reasons Everybody Should Hike
Whether you’re looking to get into shape, lower your stress level, or simply give your brain a break and spend some quality time with nature, hiking is the answer. Assuming that you haven’t lead a completely inactive lifestyle up to this point, you can follow a few simple steps and start hiking immediately. Now if it’s motivation you’re lacking, consider… Read more →