What Is A Bivy Sack?
A bivy sack, otherwise known by its full name, a bivouac sack, is a personal-sized waterproof shelter. Originally used by climbers on multi-day excursions, it is a...
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Select Sites From The World's 10 Most Culturally Rich Countries
Meidan Emam, Isfahan Shah Abbas the Great laid out this square at the beginning of the 17th century in the heart of his new Persian capital, Isfahan, then...
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This Bustling City Is Actually An Outdoor Oasis
Most state capitals can boast of being home to ornate rotundas, but there's only one that can lay claim to class IV rapids. In fact, the whitewater...
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How To Cook A Rattlesnake—If You Have To
A neighbor in New Mexico once told me that it's bad luck—not to mention bad form—to kill a rattlesnake. Unfortunately, he told me this after I'd already...
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10 Serene Swimming Holes You Should Visit This Summer
When the weather gets warm and the days grow long, it's only natural that we might spend more time by the shore. The temperatures...
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Serene Swimming Holes
Inside Indiana's White Rock Park lie three quarry swimming holes where visitors are invited to swim, scuba dive, fish and play all day. Elevated platforms, ropes, swings...
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Outdoor Recreation Binds Us In The West
Travelling through the Beehive State recently, I was struck by two completely different stories emerging from Utah. On one weekend, San Juan County Commissioner Phil Lyman led...
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14 Dangerous Hikes In The U.S.
When does reaching summit become more important than your life? For many hikers, the higher the risk, the higher the reward and defying death becomes a highlight...
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How To Stay Safe Around Bears
With the constant stream of news on bear attacks lately, it seems that these wild creatures are completely vicious. Truth be told, bears are usually more afraid...
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The 12 Best Flip-Flops And Sandals Of 2014
When you think of active footwear, you probably don't immediately think of flip-flops and sandals. Running sneakers, trail running shoes and hiking boots come to mind, but...
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Best Sunscreens For Protecting Your Skin
Zinc oxide is the main active ingredient in this super protective sunscreen made specifically for your face. The formula includes Vitamins A, C and E for enhanced...
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The Best Sunscreens For Protecting Your Skin This Summer
Ask almost any dermatologist and they'll tell you that the best type of sunscreen is one that you'll use consistently every day. Yes, every day. Properly...
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10 Most Popular Destinations For International Tourists
If you think there are more tourists than ever, you are right. More than one billion people now visit another country each year. The U.N.'s World Tourism...
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A Visitor's Guide To Running France
The days when the French considered le running, let alone le jogging déclassé and downright American are long past. The land of the Tour de France now has more...
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5 Tips For Landing An Adventurous Summer Job
Summer is just around the corner and ideally that means three straight months of carefree fun in the sun. In reality, however, most of us need to...
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10 Cultural Gems You Need To Visit Before They Get Famous
We're willing to bet that you've heard of the Taj Mahal, the Grand Canyon, the Great Wall of China and the Pyramids of Giza. Perhaps these and...
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Cultural Gems You Need To Visit Before They Get Famous
This fascinating display of elevated earth has been a point of interest for archaeologists since the late nineteenth century. According to The Ohio History Connection, this effigy mound (a heightened...
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Bed, Breakfast And Biking: Top Spots For A Cycling Vacation
What better way to spend your next vacation then on a bed and breakfast bike adventure? Bed and Breakfasts include all the comforts of home without the...
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Most Popular Destinations For International Tourists
Its long white beaches and tropical islands remain as beautiful as ever, but no longer as quiet and deserted as they once were. The government has developed tourism heavily...
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Your Essential Beach Packing Checklist
Technically, Summer Solstice is still a month away but Memorial Day, the real beginning of summer, is just around the corner. That means camping trips, paddling adventures...
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Spectacular National Park Campgrounds
This campground is equipped with 96 level campsites, and each offers striking views of the South Dakota badlands. Here outdoor lovers will have the chance to soak...
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20 Stunning Mountaintop Views You Need To See Now
Armed with a pair of quality boots and some water, pretty much anyone can hike. It's not hard to find new appreciation for the outdoors when your...
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10 DOs And DON'Ts When You Travel Abroad
Being a tourist is, on the whole, safe—providing you take common-sense precautions about where you go and how you conduct yourself. Some parts of any city are...
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Brazil Police Issue Pamphlet Warning Tourists: 'Don't React If Robbed'
"Do not react, scream or argue." That is the advice São Paulo police are giving tourists should they be robbed. The instruction comes in the form of...
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The 10 Least Dangerous Countries For Tourists
Picture the scene: You are sipping a morning espresso contentedly watching the world go by from a street cafe in one of Europe's historic cities, say Paris...
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Running Alone Just Got A Little Bit Safer
When it comes to running safely, one of the smartest things you can do is run with friends. Going solo, especially when it's dark outside or you're...
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Top 5 Credit Cards For Travelers
While most travelers are looking forward to their next vacation, the smartest travelers are constantly looking for ways to save on their next trip. Travel is usually...
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Easy Ways You Can Soothe Sunburn
According to Bailey, sunburn is the result of inflammation, which is why she first and foremost recommends using aspirin to help reduce redness and ease some of...
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9 Easy Ways You Can Soothe Sunburn
Anyone who's ever suffered sunburn (whether mild or severe) knows that the fiery feeling of inflamed skin is one we'd all rather avoid. Your skin is irritated...
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Top Spots For Stargazing Out West
Looking down on the Earth a few years ago, the darkness enveloping the northern plains, northern Rockies and much of Alaska would have stood in stark contrast...
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The Fittest Hotel In Florida
Unless you travel with a personal trainer, it can be incredibly hard and inconvenient to stick with your fitness routine while you're on vacation. But that's not...
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International Car Forest Of The Last Church
Goldfield, Nevada About a half-mile off Highway 95, just outside this tiny historic mining town, myriad colors gleam amid sparse patches of Joshua trees. From a distance,...
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11 Myths About Sunscreen (And How To Protect Your Skin Properly)
It's no secret that we need to protect our skin from the sun. Whether you bronze beautifully or burn badly, the body's natural reaction to sunlight shows...
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Myths About Sunscreen (And How To Protect Your Skin Properly)
If you're near a window for a prolonged period of time, your skin is still susceptible to damage from the sun. "Typical windows only block out certain...
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Charming Tree Houses For Rent Around The World
Guests of this exotic escape will find it easy to appreciate the natural beauty of Hawaii's Kauai Island. Situated just a 10-minute walk from Moloaa Bay (famous...
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30 Must-See U.S. Public Gardens
The word garden can be defined a few different ways — a small section of land where plants like flowers, herbs or vegetables are grown; a large...
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Must-See U.S. Public Gardens
Named a Travelers' Choice 2013 Winner by TripAdvisor, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum has been described as a history museum, free-range zoo and botanical garden all rolled into...
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Gear Review: Waterproof iPod And Swimbuds By Underwater Audio
Every athlete wants to improve. From runners to kayakers and even badminton players, if we share nothing else in common, the drive to get better is what keeps...
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Backpacking With Monster Skeeters
Brooks Range, Alaska At these high latitudes, where a long tradition of Native storytelling attempts to explain the world—and alleviate the long nights of much of the...
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Ten Of The Wildest Walks In Wales
Wales is off the beaten track for many visitors to the United Kingdom but should be on the must-visit list of every hiker.
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