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Author :: Shane  |
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| Article Title :: Hiking the Continental Divide in Winter Park, Colorado |
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| 600 miles of trails stretch throughout Winter Park and the Fraser Valley. Whether you choose to follow a babbling brook, stroll through a wildflower meadow, or climb up the side of a mountain, Winter Park offers hiking for every skill level.
Winter Park Resort has 50 miles of trails that are accessible by chair lift. At the top of the lift you will find the Sunspot, which is a great place to get a bite to eat and enjoy the 360-degree views of surrounding mountains.
Berthoud Pass also offers a high starting point, but you can get there by car instead of a chair lift. Hiking along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, which follows the Divide from Mexico to Ca (read full article) |
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Author :: Michael Russell |
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| Article Title :: Alaska Dip Netting - Family-Filled Adventure |
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| An amazing phenomenon occurs for a short time each summer in the Last Frontier as thousands of Alaskan residents, both young and old from all walks of life, take a break from whatever they are busy doing at the time to storm the shores of Alaska's rivers. Other Alaskans know exactly what they're up to as soon as they lay eyes on the long-pole contraptions of every sort, shape and size with very large nets attached. Some come alone, others come with friends or their entire families, having carefully planned this annual getaway and Alaskan family fishing tradition. Arriving in cars, trucks, campers and RVs, they bring their kids, pets, coolers, tents, gear for harvesting and cleaning, fo (read full article) |
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Author :: Josh Riverside |
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| Article Title :: Caribbean Vacations |
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| More commonly known as the West Indies, the Caribbean region is a group of islands bordering the Caribbean Sea. The 7,000 islands found in this region are classified and grouped under the heads of sovereign states, dependencies and overseas departments.The Caribbean is sometimes treated as part of North America, and comprises the Greater Antilles and the Lesser Antilles. Since ancient times, the Caribbean region was notorious for sea pirates.The placeThere are many large and small islands and coves in this region. The most popular Caribbean destinations are Bahamas, Jamaica at Dominican Republic, Aruba, Nassau, San Juan and St. Maarten.There is more to the Cari (read full article) |
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Author :: Oliver Turner |
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| Article Title :: Adventure Summer Camps - Tips for Finding the Best Ones |
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| The true reason behind any adventure summer camps is to send the children somewhere where they will not only have a great time but will learn and grow as a person. The adventure summer camp programs that you are searching, should offer a wide range of adventurous activities to choose from. If the summer camp is a special type camp, then their summer camp programs must focus on the specialty areas. An example is that an adventure summer camp programs especially for a ‘baseball camp’ should include things like batting, catching, defense, running bases, etc. Make sure that the programs offered by the camp organizer will make the child have a good and challenging time.Why You May A (read full article) |
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Author :: Brian Johansson |
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| Article Title :: The Importance of Good Hiking Boots |
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| When you are preparing for a hike the most important item you are going to need is hiking boots. Your ability to enjoy a hike rests heavily on your feet and the comfort and support they are going to require. Gym shoes are not built to handle the rough terrain and rocky paths. You should select a pair of boots that are designed for the type of hiking you are interested in. If you are going to be mostly in hilly areas with established paths you won't need the most heavy duty boot around. You should find a pair that feels comfortable and provides the stability you are going to need.There are three kinds of hiking boots and each has a specific purpose. Try to decide which of these thre (read full article) |
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Author :: Anne Clarke |
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| Article Title :: How to Wash Your Down Sleeping Bag |
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| A good down sleeping bag can be very expensive – you most definitely want to be sure that you care for it properly. To care for it properly, you want to be sure that you wash it when it needs to be washed, and that you wash it correctly. Of course, realize that your down sleeping bag will lose a little of its loft each time you wash it, so wash it sparingly.A down sleeping bag is not like a pair of underwear – you do not need to wash it after every use! But you may want to wash it at the end of the summer or after a particularly long and stinky backpacking trip. To prevent having to wash your sleeping bag, keep it clean – use a liner or wear clean clothing to bed. (read full article) |
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| Category :: Outdoors Articles |
Author :: Chuck Fitzgerald |
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| Article Title :: The Desert's Most Remarkable Dwelling |
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| On a recent hike in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, I stumbled upon one of nature’s most remarkable dwellings. It wasn’t made by force of water, wind or sun. And it wasn’t made by any creature either – well, not quite. I’m talking about the Saguaro “Boot.” What in the world is the saguaro boot and what makes it the desert’s most versatile dwelling? The saguaro boot has an interesting story, one worth telling, and here it is.The beautiful Gila Woodpecker (Melanerpes uropygialis) is native to the Sonoran desert and can be found anywhere the giant saguaro cacti are found. It builds its home in the saguaro cactus by drilling a hole in the side of the cactus and excava (read full article) |
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Author :: Robert Lipply |
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| Article Title :: Fantastic Fishing and Boating Awaits You in Pinellas County Florida |
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| One of the perks of living in Pinellas County is the convenient access to the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico, Lake Tarpon, Tampa Bay and Lake Seminole. If you are a boat lover or enjoy a day of fishing on the water, you are in the right place. There are many boat ramps, parks, and private residences to launch a boat from.To access Lake Tarpon, many people use facilities such as John Chestnut Sr. Park, and Anderson Park. With some of the best freshwater bass fishing in the area, you can also jet ski and even see an occasional sea plane from the water.There are many places to access the Gulf of Mexico. If you live in Clearwater or North Pinellas you may try the Seminole Boat Ramp (read full article) |
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Author :: Oh Srichaphan |
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| Article Title :: Thailand's Beaches |
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| Thailand has some of the world’s better if not best beaches. With many seaside towns offering something for all kind of visitors. Here’re some of Thailand’s well known beach destinations.Phuket: You can find almost anything to entertain anyone in Phuket. From the long-stretched beaches, luxury to budget hospitality, fine cuisine, buzzing nightlife, exciting shopping, great golf courses and extensive spa treatments.Samui: 2nd to Phuket when it comes to the variety of attractions. Samui also has a few magnificent waterfalls, visitors should not miss.Hua Hin: Thailand’s oldest beach resort that still remains popular with those wishing a quiet getaway only a few h (read full article) |
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| Category :: Outdoors Articles |
Author :: Brian Johansson |
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| Article Title :: Hiking in the Appalachians |
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| The Appalachian trail is a 2000+ mile trail that starts in Katahdin, Maine and ends at Springer Mountain in Northern Georgia. The trail will take its travelers through Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Georgia. The trail first opened as a continuous 2174 mile trail in 1937. One of the amazing parts about this trail is that every year thousands of people flock to the Appalachian trail to attempt to thru-hike, which means to hike the entire trail from end to end. Of these people only some 30% will actually be successful in their task. The rest will either give up, g (read full article) |
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