The idea of hiking or backpacking in the cold can be daunting, as the wind can be biting, the snow can be deep and working up a sweat on your hike can result in feeling chilled to the bone once you…
Getting away from it all to recharge the soul's batteries takes some dedication. If you really want to connect with the natural world, you'd be hard pressed to find and an activity more invigorating…
When it comes to buying a tent, you can trust my advice. I have learned important lessons after years spent field-testing every variety imaginable, from teeny floorless pup tents to extravagant…
Camping out in nature doesn't always have to equate to roughing it. Whether you're a car camper or a backcountry minimalist, there are a variety of items you can purchase to make camping more…
Foil is one of the key components of campfire cooking.
Food tastes delicious when cooked outdoors. And nothing quite highlights a fun campout like favored foods prepared over an open fire.
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Next time you’re camping, fishing or boating, take time to check out the wonders of wildlife and nature.
When you’re on or near fresh water, keep an eye out for painted turtles. With their abundance…
Hantavirus has made its way into the news recently, as it has claimed the lives of several people during national park outbreaks over the summer.
But what, exactly, is hantavirus, and how do you…
Warming packs are pretty handy to have along on outdoor sporting trips during the frigid time of year. They can keep your hands warm and agile when you’re hunting for white-tailed deer from a…
We love a good man cave.
And we’re not alone. There are DIY websites all over the Internet that are devoted to upgrades for the just-for-guys space in the house, and there’s even a man cave TV show…
Goodbye, summer. Goodbye, hiking, swimming, fishing, and camping? No way! Most people think that camping season ends on Labor Day— but that is just not true. There are many reasons to camp later…
On your next outdoor adventure with the kids, be sure to pay special attention to the wonders of nature and wildlife. Being outside is one of the best times to talk to the kids about nature and…
Camping with the kids gives you a great opportunity to get outdoors, teach the kids valuable outdoor and life skills, enjoy quality time with your family and make some lasting memories.
As with any…
