Roaming outdoors usually brings about surprises on a regular basis. As a freelance outdoors writer, I'm always working on assignments that put me in position capture many interesting photos. But…
You know how it goes. You're outside with friends and family and you're getting eaten up by mosquitoes, while some of your friends never get one bite. Ever wondered why? A blog by Lisa Collier Cool…
The opportunity for outdoor camping adventure is often thrust upon us without much, if any, warning. That's not necessarily a bad thing; after all, spontaneous trips often prove to be the most fun…
I realized a life long dream in visiting the Atlantic Canada and Maritimes areas last October. It turned out to be everything I'd hoped it would, and so much more. The people are incredibly friendly…
Want to have fun while camping? Of course you do — and you can achieve that goal by being certain you're always comfortable so you can enjoy the outdoors to the fullest. One way to do this is to…
If you're new to camping and hiking, this glossary will help you understand some of the unfamiliar terminology being used by campers and hikers. We've collected a dictionary of outdoor-specific terms…
Early April is maple syrup season in Wisconsin. There is not much that can compare to the delicious flavor of natural maple syrup. If you have access to a few maple trees, whether growing in your…
Dennis Jasper identified a need among children of single parents and children with disabilities. Thus began the Kids Need a Place to Start outdoor program in St. James, Mo., in 2008. Jasper has not…
Alley Mill is said to be the most photographed spot in the Missouri Ozarks. And for good reason. The “Old Red Mill” conjures up images of the past, when the area was a hustling hub of frontier…
The 12-year-old boy stared out the window with a depressed look on his face. The overnight low temperature had left a fine coat of frost on the scene outside his window. Even though the morning's…
As you’re beginning your foray into the world of learning survival skills, you’ll become familiar with tasks like building a shelter, performing first aid in the field and mastering navigation. Along…
With the elements at odds with you, camping in the fall and winter — even during milder weather — can be challenging. A sudden drop in temperature in the night or unexpected precipitation can…
