Location: California Season: Open year round Size: 41.57 sq. miles No of visits (2013): 237,677 The high peaks in America's newest national park are home to the highly endangered California Condor....
Read MoreU.S. Air Force senior airmen Chris Sweeney most enjoyed serving because it enabled him to give back to his country. As a young boy, he was inspired...
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Read MoreIn a world where the newest, hottest, best workout is forever changing, it seems like a losing battle to try to keep track of the trends. One...
Read MoreEveryone has their own versions of camping. Whether it be loading up the RV with the family, sleeping in a bivy under the stars, or the new...
Read MoreEvery Friday we chat with one of our blog content network contributors to find out what most inspires them to be fit and find adventure every day.This...
Read MoreLast October's 16-day government shutdown took a bite out of the economic benefit that America's national parks generate for the overall economy, and hurt business in the...
Read MoreWith the recent detection of West Nile virus found locally in Queens and Staten Island, there is a reminder that the virus is still at large. The...
Read MoreTravel is one of the great personal experiences, different for everyone but just as potentially gratifying. Some travelers would be content spending their entire vacation on a...
Read MoreWhat comes to mind when you hear the term "eco-tourism?"Most people think of eco-tourism as travel to exotic places with threatened environments—and that's not exactly wrong. The...
Read MoreA travel expo is a convention that brings together potential travelers with industry experts like travel agents and resort representatives. The general purpose of a travel expo...
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When I tried golf for the first time, I wasn't expecting to be very good at it. I'm a runner. I have impeccable cardiovascular endurance and my...
Read MoreRecently, a hiking expert and avid explorer passed away due to hypothermia. This is a common occurrence in the extreme outdoors. The Centers for Disease Control and...
Read MoreCrystal clear, clean water. That is what every beach vacationer wants when they jump on a surf- or paddle board, dive into the sea for a swim,...
Read MoreEvery Friday we chat with one of our blog content network contributors to find out what most inspires them to be fit and find adventure every day.This...
Read MoreSummer season is upon us, where we spend more time outside basking in the sun, wandering through the wilderness, and hanging out in our backyards. Spending extra...
Read MoreThrifty travelers are always on the lookout for a good deal. A buffet breakfast here or a cheap room rate there—to the trained eye, spotting these deals...
Read MorePitching a tent or building your own campfire is not appealing to all. But most people love to get outside and be surrounded by the beautiful outdoors....
Read MoreThe storyline is anything but new—budget airlines try everything to bring down operational costs, so they can lower ticket prices and maintain their competitive edge in an...
Read MoreIt's the debate that comes up at every summer BBQ, campfire or hike. Who do mosquitoes like more? You always have someone arguing that they never get...
Read MoreEveryone knows they should be drinking more water, but most people don't know all of the reasons why. Athletes know they need water to reach and maintain...
Read MoreWe've all been there. Walking into an outdoor gear store, and immediately feeling frustrated by the overpriced goods that we only need for the weekend. Going kayaking...
Read MoreEvery Friday we chat with one of our blog content network contributors to find out what most inspires them to be fit and find adventure every day....
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% of water quality samples that failed EPA health-protective standard 2013: 2%2012: 0%2011: 0%2010: 0%2009: 0% NB: The Environmental Protection Agency introduced a tougher standard, the Beach Action Value...
Read MoreWe travel the world as never before. Global tourism has hit record levels. International visitors have become a significant source of revenue to many destination cities. They...
Read MoreWith the recent celebration of Independence Day, we should take a moment to appreciate our nation's natural wonders. In this country we have the freedom to explore...
Read MoreMaintaining an ideal work-life balance is no easy feat, especially in America—a country synonymous with long work days and limited time off. It's not surprising to realize...
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