As a long-time guide, I fished from the back of the boat to give my clients first water ... I still fish in the back. A disadvantage to an extent with real active fish, but something I learned while…
In the United States alone, 1,154 native fish species can be found. This being said, many anglers tend to focus all of their fishing attention on one or two species, often forgetting about what their…
So, I learned a valuable lesson while fishing, and here is how it went. I met up with my fishing partner at about 5:30 a.m. for a day on Trail Creek, in LaPorte County, Indiana. When we launched our…
You're walking in the woods, perhaps returning from or heading to the stream or lake.
Or, perhaps you're in your neighborhood, in an urban center such as Chapel Hill, N.C., or even near your child's…
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…
You’ve wrapped up an active day of hiking, fishing and swimming and have settled at your campsite for the evening. But just because you’ve hunkered down for the night doesn’t mean the fun has to end…
Campfire cooking is often one of the best parts of camping or backpacking: It’s outdoor food preparation at its simplest that results in flavor-packed meals, which taste all the more delicious after…
For many, camping is an opportunity to get away from it all -- to unplug, to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, to rest up and to recharge.
It can often be difficult for campers to get acclimated to…
As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon is an incredibly popular vacation destination for those who enjoy the outdoors. In fact, last year alone, nearly 4.5 million people…
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…
While the camping packing list for women and men is pretty much the same -- tent, hiking boots, sunscreen, etc. -- there are a few extra items that ladies may want to consider bringing along on their…
For years, you’ve dreamed about owning a boat. You’ve scrimped, saved, and borrowed. Now, you’re finally ready to do some serious bass boat shopping. Whether you're going to buy today or you're just…
