Man Swallowed By Hippo Tells His Story
Paul Templer now jokes that his dangerous encounter was "a bad day at the office," he knows he is lucky to be alive after an attack by a two-ton hippopotamus.
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Hidden Gems: Visit Czech Republic's Stunning National Parks
In three corners of Czechia, you can find the Czech Republic's national parks, renowned for their beautiful natural features and diversity of flora and fauna.
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Reel Rock Creates TV Series
After dominating the world of outdoor film making, the Emmy-Award winning adventure filmmakers who founded the REEL ROCK film tour are moving into TV.
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Conrad Anker's Gear Room
While you might have seen Conrad Anker in a documentary or two about epic climbs in the Himalayas, you don't often see him hanging out at home.
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First Ascent Of Two Dragons
Rocky Mountain National Park is the local climbing area for Josh Wharton, a Patagonia Alpine Climbing Ambassador and Black Diamond Athlete.
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Safety For Whitewater Kayakers, Part VII
Live-bait rescue is the topic of this whitewater safety video from Canoe & Kayak, Jim Coffey and Mike McKay.
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Safety For Whitewater Kayakers, Part III
In the third whitewater safety video from Canoe & Kayak, Jim Coffey and Mike McKay, Coffey covers the basics of swimming, self-rescue and boat-rescue.
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Great Fall Climbing Gear
With fall looming, it's time to plan the last big trips before the winter season. After a solid spring and summer of climbing, however, you may need...
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5 Luxe Gear Pieces For Cushy Camping
Sometimes, you don't have the luxury of comfort while camping. When backpacking, for instance, most people try to limit the weight they carry by packing only the...
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12 Hot New Volcano Vacations
There's something inherently fascinating about volcanoes. At times, these vents in the earth's crust spew molten rock, ash and hot gases thousands of feet in the air...
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12 Incredible Places For Luxury Camping
While many people love the idea of camping—sitting around a campfire with a group of their friends roasting marshmallows before being lulled to sleep by the sound...
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Glamping Around The World
Bar W has many options for lodging, including two luxurious tents available May 1-October 31. Each tent contains a queen-size bed, a full-size futon, a private porch, a kitchenette...
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Rock Climbing 101: Safety First!
While rock climbing is a great way to spend time outdoors, build strength and endurance and make friends, it also comes with risks:"No matter what you do...
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12 Incredible Fall Foliage Hikes
The autumn is the time of year when our favorite hikes become even more breathtaking—alight with the vibrant reds, oranges and yellows of fall. [slideshow:753]In other seasons, leaves appear...
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How To Pack A First Aid Kit
On every outdoor trip, there is one thing you should never leave behind: a properly stocked first aid kit. However, just bringing the necessary items along is...
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The Iconic, Vanishing Joshua Tree: Making Priorities
Editor's Note: This is Part 3 of a three-part series about the precarious survival of the Southwest's iconic Joshua Trees, which are threatened by evolution, climate change...
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The Iconic, Vanishing Joshua Tree: Evolutionary Dance
Editor's Note: This is Part 2 of a three-part series about the precarious survival of the Southwest's iconic Joshua Trees, which are threatened by climate change and...
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The Iconic, Vanishing Joshua Tree: Species Collapse
Editor's Note: This is Part 1 of a three-part series about the precarious survival of the Southwest's iconic Joshua trees, which are threatened by climate change and...
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