Hiking

News & Tips: 8 Tips to Photograph the Vivid Colors of Fall...
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8 Tips to Photograph the Vivid Colors of Fall

September 22, 2014
As the north winds begin to push south with Vs of Canadian geese, we are given a yearly opportunity to photograph vivid colors rarely seen in nature. Red and gold mix with the lingering green of…
News & Tips: A Guide to Finding Public Land for Outdoor Activities...
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A Guide to Finding Public Land for Outdoor Activities

August 7, 2014
It is no secret that access is one of the major deterrents to participation in hunting and fishing. If you fall into that category, or know someone who does, public lands may be the answer to your…
News & Tips: 14 Gifts for the Best Outdoor Dad
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14 Gifts for the Best Outdoor Dad

May 23, 2014
Are You Struggling to Come up With a Gift for Your Outdoor Guy? Here Are My Top Gift Picks From Bass Pro Shops.  Your outdoor dad or husband may say he doesn’t like to shop, but that doesn’t mean…
News & Tips: Four Military Inventions Used by Outdoorsman Today...
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Four Military Inventions Used by Outdoorsman Today

January 28, 2014
When it comes to discussing the contributions of the military’s men and women, words tend to escape us. These people protect life and liberty in our country, while making incredible sacrifices in the…
News & Tips: Hike Safe: Sharing the Woods With Hunters...
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Hike Safe: Sharing the Woods With Hunters

November 8, 2013
Pay attention to signs prohibiting hiking, especially in fall and winter months, as it could be closed off due to hunting. The family of four froze in their tracks, as a doe bounded across the trail…
News & Tips: Daypack Buyer's Guide
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Daypack Buyer's Guide

October 2, 2013
When it's time to take a hike down a trail, the most important choice you'll face (next to what you plan to carry with you) will be what you will carry everything in. When a fanny pack is too small,…
News & Tips: Take in Nature’s Beauty at These Stunning Waterfalls...
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Take in Nature’s Beauty at These Stunning Waterfalls

July 26, 2013
Taking in the beauty of a waterfall is an experience that commands the attention of the senses -- from the view of the tumbling waters, to the feel of the cool mist, to calming white noise of the…
News & Tips: 5 Summer Getaways that Won’t Break the Bank...
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5 Summer Getaways that Won’t Break the Bank

July 26, 2013
It’s summertime, and that means long, relaxing evenings, grilling out and best of all, vacations.  The average American spends $1,180 on a vacation—an eye-popping number for some households. To take…
News & Tips: How to Pack a Backpack
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How to Pack a Backpack

July 18, 2013
Backpacks are one of the most fundamental pieces of outdoor gear. No other device lets you carry all the items that you need to be comfortable and equipped outdoors. Packing all of this stuff into…
News & Tips: 10 Tasty Backpacking Snacks
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10 Tasty Backpacking Snacks

June 19, 2013
When you’re traversing hills and valleys on a backpacking trip, it’s great to take a breather every so often to enjoy a delicious snack and refuel your body for the climbing, descending and sweating…
News & Tips: Understanding the Different Types of Weather Instruments...
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Understanding the Different Types of Weather Instruments

May 24, 2013
Outdoors enthusiasts always keep an eye on the weather. That's because they know that a hard rain, heavy snowfall or shift in wind direction or velocity can change everything. So, too, can sweltering…
News & Tips: How to Hike With Your Baby
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How to Hike With Your Baby

May 23, 2013
Photo Credit: twoknobbytires.com At first thought, hiking with a baby or toddler doesn’t seem to be a winning recipe for a relaxing, invigorating outing. As beautiful as a rising sun over a…