Kayak Types: Explained
Kayaking affords people the chance to explore new territory, get in a great work out and see nature in a unique way. The opportunity to travel and...
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Hiring A Guide: How To Choose
We've recently discussed why you should hike with a professional guide, but how do you choose? Exploring the great outdoors should be a worry-free adventure and memorable...
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What Is Kayaking?
Kayaking is a watersport that involves paddling using a double-bladed oar and a small boat known as a kayak. The boats come in a variety of sizes...
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13 National Parks That Have Never Been Hotter
Percentile for: Mean annual temperature: 100 Mean temp. of the wettest quarter: 98.6 Mean temp. of the driest quarter: 35 Mean temp. of the warmest quarter: 100 Mean temp. of the coldest...
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America's National Parks Most In Peril From Global Warming
America's national parks are being adversely affected by climate change, with temperatures becoming more extreme in recent years compared to the historical norms of the last century,...
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Hiring A Guide: Why You Should Hike With A Professional
Exploring the great outdoors is an exciting adventure that everyone should experience. And while your experience should connect you individually with your surroundings, sometimes it is in...
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How To Pack A Carry-On For A 10-Day Trip (Workout Clothes Included!)
My lack of large suitcases confounds many people when I travel for extended periods, not just touring, but fitting in lots of workouts. When I was searching...
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10 Countries You Can Visit For Less Than $50 A Day
There are too many travel myths out there. Probably the most common one is that international travel is too expensive for the average person—It's just not true.Dedicated...
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8 Myths About Bug Repellent... Debunked
A few weeks ago we discussed the best bug sprays for protecting your skin this summer. After chatting with three different dermatologists the conclusion was made that...
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Where To Find The World's Least Expensive Luxury Hotels
We know that a luxury hotel can set you back a pretty penny. But not everywhere — if you know where to look. We recently set out...
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What Is The Difference Between A Canoe And A Kayak?
When it comes to outdoor recreation you have your pick of adventures, but most activities require equipment. The variety of gear and subtle differences can be confusing—we're...
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Keep Bugs Away From Your Summer BBQ
The time has finally come. All around the U.S. people are stocking up on hot dogs and hamburgers to prepare for the best BBQing weekend of the...
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7 Reasons You Should Surf
We've said it before—the great outdoors will forever be our favorite fitness center. Being active is always beneficial, but when you're outside doing something you love it...
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Major Ski Safety Tips For The Beginners
Skiing, a wonderful recreational activity as well as competitive sport that involves gliding down a mountain on the snow is one of the most exciting experiences. It...
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What Should You Do If Your Flight Gets Canceled?
If there's one thing that travel teaches us again and again, it's that we should be prepared for anything. What happens when we're not prepared? Well, that's...
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What Is Surfing?
Surfing is a water sport that involves riding breaking waves to shore on a piece of equipment called a surfboard. Surfing is usually done in the ocean,...
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Is Stand Up Paddling Actually Fun?
If you're at all in tune with the world of outdoor athletics, then you probably know about stand up paddleboarding, or as it's more commonly referred to,...
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The 10 Craziest Swiss Army Knives You Can Buy Today
As previously defined, a Swiss Army Knife is that well-known brand of pocket knife that we all have come to know and love. Whether your active lifestyle...
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How To Buy A Sleeping Bag
After spending a long, strenuous day of hiking, all you want to do is rest. Add having to set up camp and the idea of snuggling up...
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How To Buy A Backpacking Pack
Can you imagine a hiking trip without a backpack? It is simply the most important piece of gear you own, because it holds everything you might need...
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Will Run For Wine
Every runner has experienced a lack of motivation; just lacing your shoes is a struggle against apathy. If you are training for a longer race like a...
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8 Great Summer Vacations For You And Your Dog
Dedicated dog owners know the gut wrenching feeling that comes with each departure, be it for a day or for a week. It's a pang of guilt...
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What Is An A-Frame Tent?
An A-Frame tent is the classic, triangular tent that looks like an 'A' with a rectangular floor, hence the 'A-Frame'. Frame tents that you buy in stores...
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How To Protect Yourself From Ticks
With summer upon us, being outside is among our top priorities. But our absolute top priority during this wonderful season should be protecting our skin. Whether that...
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The Best Bug Sprays For Protecting Your Skin This Summer
It's that time of the year. Those sweet summer months where we put away our chunky jackets and spend our days savoring the outdoors. But, anyone who...
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Where To Find — Or Avoid — The World's Most Expensive Luxury Hotels
Who doesn't want to stay at the very best of the best when traveling? Five-star luxury hotels are a world apart. The linen seems crisper, the service...
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This Version Of SUP Takes Paddleboarding To The Extreme
Your instructor is using a stick to draw a diagram in the dirt. It looks like a pyramid of V's and is far more complicated than x...
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