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Camping Yellowstone's Backcountry

Yellowstone National Park receives more than 3 million annual visitors, but with more than 2.2 million acres you still can avoid the crowds, if you’re willing to leave the car behind. Backcountry…
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
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Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich

Who needs to go to Nashville to get a classic meal? Bring the music capital of the world right into your house by making the wildly popular Hot & Mildly Spicy Chicken Sandwich. This is a tame…
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Two Half Hitch Knot

Two Half Hitches is a reliable knot and will hold whether or not under load. It is exactly what its name implies. One Half Hitch and then another tied on top of the first. The Two Half Hitches knot…
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Clove Hitch Knot

The Clove Hitch is one of the most widely used knots to fasten a rope to a post or other objects, and can be tied at any point in the rope. It is most effective for items that have constant pressure…
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Camping With Dogs

Camping is the perfect activity to enjoy with your dog. Whether you are fishing, hiking or just hanging out roasting hot dogs on the campfire, your dog will not mind roughing it with you. But…
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Astronomy Basics

A spectacular night under the cover of darkness can be inspiring. Get away for the lights of town and look to the sky. You’ll be amazed at what you can see with the naked eye. Use binoculars to open…
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Camping At High Altitude

Preparing for a mountain camping trip, even in summer, requires careful consideration. Afternoon squalls are common in the Rocky Mountains as well as in the Sierra Nevada, and can bring rain, hail,…
Brine ingredients, garlic, brown sugar, salt
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How To Make a Basic Brine Recipe for Game Birds

Turkeys, pheasant and other uplands birds are delicious, but, because they're much leaner than store-bought or domestic poultry, these game birds require special handling. Whichever cooking method…
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5 State Parks Offering Unique Action & Adventure

Travelers typically visit national parks like the Grand Canyon, Yosemite and the Great Smoky Mountains for the majestic scenery and rustic experience. But trips to these popular outdoor destinations…
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Coconut Fried Bluegill and Camping Coleslaw

Prep Time: 15 minutes  Cook Time: 5-10 minutes  Servings: 6 INGREDIENTS 1 lb bluegill or other panfish fillets   Seasoned Flour:     - 1 cup…
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Trucker's Hitch Knot

The Trucker's Hitch is a system of knots that gives you leverage to take up slack. It is a good knot for securing things to your car and should always be used with synthetic rope of appropriate size…
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Backcountry Camping Guide

Taking your camping excursion off the beaten path is a wonderful way to explore the beauty of nature and find peace and solitude in the remote outdoors. If you are ready to bypass the crowds and…