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Inexpensive Christmas Gifts for Hikers: Presents to Please Outdoor Enthusiasts on Your Holiday List

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By: Linda McDonnell

Personal Care on a Camping Trip: Personal Hygiene and the Female Outdoors

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By: Eilene Toppin Ording

Food and Footwear for Comfort on the Trail: Common Sense Advice to the Female Camper

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By: Eilene Toppin Ording

A Woman in the Woods: Camping Comfort for Women–Equipment is Essential

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By: Eilene Toppin Ording

What to do When Encountering a Mountain Lion: Appearance, Defensive Techniques, and More

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

2009 Holiday Gift Guide for Outdoors Women: 5 Affordable Items Ranging from Pink Binoculars to a Fishing Seminar

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By: Jennifer Huber

Outdoor Vacations 101 - Going Camping with a Pet: How to Take a Pet Dog Along on a Family Adventure Vacation

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By: Kalyani Candade

Outdoor Vacations 101 - Driving Camp Holidays: Outdoor Gear for Access-by-road Camping or Holiday Park Camping

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By: Kalyani Candade

Outdoor Vacations 101: Nutrition on Hiking Trips: Efficient Food Management Tips for Hiking Vacations

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By: Kalyani Candade

Outdoor Vacations 101: Must-Carry Hiking Gear: Tips on Essential Outdoor Hiking Equipment for a Hiking Vacation

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By: Kalyani Candade

Outdoor Vacations 101, Must-Wear on Hiking Trips: Clothing and Outdoor Accessory Tips for a Great Hiking Vacation

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By: Kalyani Candade

Creative Ways to Stay Hydrated While Hiking: Using Drink Mixes, Taking Advantage of Breaks, and Other Ideas

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Tips for Viewing Fall Colors: Researching Color Hotspots, Camera Gear, and More

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

How to Avoid a Bear Attack: What to Do When You Encounter Bears

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By: Feature Writer Sandra Williams

How to Prevent Bear Attacks in Canadian Rockies: Tips for Staying Safe in North American Mountain Parks

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By: Bonnie Way

How to Prevent Starting a Wildfire While Camping: "How-Not-To" Outdoor Guide to Avoid Becoming an Accidental Arsonist

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By: Adam Pracht

Hiking Destinations in the Great Smoky Mountains: LeConte Lodge - Unusual Mountaintop Accommodations in Tennessee

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By: Renee Davis

What to Bring Camping: Basic Camping Supplies to Consider

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By: Thomas Wyatt

Campfire Cooking: Original Recipes to Cook When Camping

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By: Carly Duff

A Simple Camping Recipe With Just One Burner: Tinned Soup and Noodles

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Buyer's Guide To Large Family Camping Tents: Family Tents For Summer Camping

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By: Feature Writer Chad Criswell

How to Use Trailhead Kiosks: Learning about Park Rules, the Environment, and Safety Information

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking with Dogs on the Trail: What to Bring for Dogs, Dog Behavior, and Fun Ideas

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Overcoming Myopia When Bushwalking: Using Contact Lenses To Address Short Sightedness When Hiking

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

How to Keep Good Hygiene When Camping: Ways to Stay Clean in the Outdoors

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By: Carly Duff

Outdoor Adventures at Sebago Lake State Park: Camping in Maine is the Perfect Getaway

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By: Andrea Lettic

Backpacking Solo Positives & Negatives: Pros & Cons of Traveling Solo – Backpack Alone or with Friends

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By: Feature Writer Tony Dunnell

U.S. National Get Outdoors Day, 2009: An Opportunity to Learn About the Outdoors and Public Lands

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Camping Safety Tips for Kids: Keep the Family Safe During Outdoor Summer Vacation

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By: Feature Writer Karen Plumley

How to Plan a Summer Camping Trip with Kids: Camping Essentials and Fun Activities for Outdoor Family Adventure

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By: Feature Writer Karen Plumley

National Trails Day, 2009: How to Get Involved With This Volunteer Opportunity

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Commercial Axe Guards and Axe Sheaths: Edge Guards for Axes – Sheath, Hood, or Block

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By: Feature Writer Thomas Alan Gray

Losing Weight for Outdoor Enthusiasts: Dieting Tips for Anglers, Kayakers, and Backpackers

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By: Chad McPhail

How to Make an Axe Guard: Quick and Easy Home-Made Edge Guards

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By: Feature Writer Thomas Alan Gray

Wildlife Safety Tips for Campers and Hikers: Precautions to Take for Encounters with Wild Animals in Canada

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By: Bonnie Way

Campfire Cooking That Is More Than S'mores: Easy Recipes the Family Will Enjoy Around the Campfire

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By: Karrie McAllister

Use Natural Tinder to Start a Campfire: Birch Bark, Cattail Fluff, and Spruce Twigs (Squaw Wood)

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By: Feature Writer Thomas Alan Gray

Summer Holidays – Camping: Advice and Guidance for an Enjoyable Camping Holiday

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By: Angie Briscoe

How To Manage Digital Camera Memory When Hiking: Camera Storage Capacity For Photos Must Be Managed When On A Hike

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Tips for Hiking in the Heat: How to Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses While Working Out

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By: Andrea Aker

Africanized Bees in Western Mexico: Avoiding or Surviving Bee Attacks While Hiking in Mexico

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By: John Pint

Tornado Safety When Camping: Staying Safe from Bad Weather Outdoors

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By: Carly Duff

Pop Up Camping, Prepare for the Unexpected: Wind, rain, tornados, dead batteries and empty propane tanks

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By: Susan Harrison

2009 Earth Day Ideas for Backpackers and Hikers: Being Informed, Advocacy, Activities for Kids, and Other Ideas

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Choose the Right Size Axe: Axe Head Weight, Handle Length, and User Skill Determine Size

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By: Feature Writer Thomas Alan Gray

Preventing Cougar Attacks: How to Stay Safe When Sighting a Mountain Lion

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By: Erica Timmerman

Ice Storm of January 2009 Affects Ozarks Tourism: Is Northern Arkansas' Tourism in Jeopardy?

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By: Carly Duff

Safety Guidelines for Visitors to Yellowstone: Maximize a Visit to this National Park by Following All Safety Rules

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By: JoAnn Sardo

The Psychology of Survival: Handling the Emotions and Challenges of a Survival Situation

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By: Laurie Lee Dovey

Cheap Spring Break Hiking Ideas for Students: Using Local Trails, Parks, and Smart Planning Ideas

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Backpacking During Spring Break: How to Plan A Hiking Trip and Destination Ideas

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Single Burner Camping Recipe: Ravioli And Tomatoes

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

A Travelling Camping Recipe: Sausage And Tomato Casserole With Rice

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

A Simple Camping Recipe For Travelling: Chicken With Couscous

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Couscous Is The Perfect Camping Food: It Is Lightweight, Easy To Cook And Great For All Types Of Camping

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Valentine's Day Hiking and Camping Ideas: Day Hikes, Overnight Trips, Meals, and Gifts

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Off Season Training For Hikers: Getting Fit, Researching New Hiking Areas, and Getting Prepared

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

New Year's Hiking Resolutions: Set Goals and Find Motivation for Getting on the Trail

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking, Backpacking and Camping Food Ideas: Variety and Planning for Emergencies are Key to Succesful Meals

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By: Yuen Kit Mun

Australian Bushwalking Track Classifications: Australian Standard AS 2156 For Classification Of Walking Tracks

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By: Feature Writer Bruce Iliff

Outdoor Charities as Holiday Gift Ideas: How Membership in an Outdoor Non-Profit Makes a Thoughtful Present

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Survival Skills for Lost Hikers: The Most Important Survival Skill in the Universe

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By: Jed Hunt

The Three Peaks Hike: A Marathon Trek in the Yorkshire Dales

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By: Alistair Murphy

2008 Inexpensive Outdoor Holiday Gifts: Gift Cards, Training, Memberships, and Ideas to Stretch a Dollar

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Gas Friendly Adventures: How to Get Outdoors Without Spending Too Much Money on Fuel

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Vacation Planning Tips for Backpackers: A Good Plan Gives Increased Enjoyment and Better Value for Money

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By: Rosemary Findley

Harriman State Park, New York's Backyard: Hiking, Camping, and Boating Close to New York City

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By: Feature Writer Craig Sanders

Foot Care While Hiking: Preventing Foot Problems Before They Start

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By: Feature Writer Beverly Hill

The West Highland Way - A Great Scottish Walk: From Milngavie to Fort William, a Hike into the Scottish Highlands

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By: Dan Styles

Britain's Smallest & Largest National Park: Wordsworth's Grave and the Longest National Trail

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By: Feature Writer Rachel L. Webb

Mount Kilimanjaro Trek: Climbing the Highest Peak in Africa, Kilimanjaro

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By: Feature Writer Helen Smeaton

The Valle Vidal in Northern New Mexico: Outdoor Adventures in the Carson National Forest

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

What is Geocaching? An Overview of the Rules, Equipment and Safety of Geocaching.

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By: Catherine A. Garretson-Bilnoski

Outdoor Fun on Eastern Long Island: On Manhattan's Doorstep, Parks, Trails and Sand Cover the East End

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By: Elizabeth Hatt

Outdoor Activities in Saudi Arabia: Hiking, Climbing, Dune Skiing and Open-Air Recreation in the Desert

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By: John Pint

Short-Term Camping for Beginners: Surviving Quick Getaways in Provincial Campgrounds by Car

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By: Catherine Owen

Campfire Cooking Ideas: Good Food Choices for Outdoor Camping

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By: Feature Writer Sandra Williams

Three Peaks Challenge: Climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in a Day

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By: Jenn Hardy

Holiday Hangover? Not Anymore! Five steps to make the most of a week long booze cruise or party

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By: Feature Writer Jenna Galley

Volunteer Opportunities Outdoors: Ways to Give Back to the Environment

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Letchworth State Park: Hiking, Camping, Rafting and More in an Historic Park!

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By: Christopher Minster

Four Missing Cavers Found Alive: Group Rescued Same Day They Went Missing

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By: Laura Smith

Scots Munro Bagging for Beginners: 10 Scottish Mountains to Climb

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By: James Carron

Dead Horse Point State Park: A Charming Park Between Canyonlands National Park and Moab, UT

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Backpacking Across Northern England: Wainwright’s Two-Week Walk Across England from Coast to Coast

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By: Elizabeth Hatt

Essential Knots for the Outdoors: Common Knots every Backpacker should know

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By: Graham Schmidt

Stay Fit In Backpacking Offseason: 3 Practical Ways to Stay Trail-Fit during Backpacking Down Season

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By: Graham Schmidt

Lake Gregory Trail, Crestline CA: Easy Lake Loop in the San Bernardino Mountains

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By: Dan Florio

Hiking Alone: How to Safely Enjoy a Solo Hike

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By: Michelle Finch

Ohio's Mohican State Park: Hiking, Camping and Canoeing on a Scenic River near Mansfield

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By: Feature Writer James Hutchinson

Winter Camping Basics: How to Stay Warm in the Backcountry

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Clothing Layers for Staying Warm: Outdoor Oriented Base Layers, Middle Layers, and Outer Layers

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Reasons To Hike: Purpose and Motives for Hiking and Backpacking

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Cell Phones in the Backcountry: The pros and pittfalls of using cell phones outdoors.

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hydration Packs: Effortless Fluid Consumption On The Trail

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By: Jeff Wetherington

UV Rays and Sun Protection: Mitigate Damage With Proper Eye Protection, Clothing and Sunscreen

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Campsite Cleanup: Leaving your camping site in pristine condition

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Trail First Aid - The Kit: Packing Medical Supplies Mandatory for Hiking and Backpacking

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Using Campfires Wisely: Campfire Safety, Disposing of Ashes, and Alternatives to Fires.

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By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Trail First Aid - Wound Care: First Responder Action While Hiking, Backpacking or Camping

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By: Jeff Wetherington

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