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Basic Cloud Forms: Determine the difference between low, middle and high cloud types

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By: Naomi Judd

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: Jenna Galley

Volunteer Opportunities Outdoors: Ways to Give Back to the Environment

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By: 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: Bill Sassani

Backpacking in 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: James Hutchinson

Winter Camping Basics: How to Stay Warm in the Backcountry

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By: Bill Sassani

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

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By: 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: 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: Bill Sassani

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

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Trail Mix Recipes: Healthy Snacks for Hiking

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By: Feature Writer Denise Oliveri

Trail First Aid - Treatment: First Responder Treatment While Hiking, Backpacking or Camping

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Resting on Hikes: Knowing When and How to Take Breaks While Hiking

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By: Bill Sassani

Trail First Aid - The Basics: Basic First Responder Aid While Hiking, Backpacking or Camping

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Outdoor Lighting for Camping: Lanterns, Flashlights, Headlamps, and Other Options

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By: Anne Clarke

Extra Gear on the Trail: Taking Creature Comforts With You When Backpacking or Camping

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Backwoods Camping for Beginners: How to Prepare, What Gear to Pack and What Not to Forget

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By: Tyler Feltmate

Backpacking Pagans: Neopaganism and Wilderness Hiking Overlap in the Gaiaped Tradition

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By: Terence P Ward

Campfire Safety: Follow these tips and suggestions to minimize campfire dangers

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Make an Organized Camp Check List: How to Be Prepared on Your First Camping Trip

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By: Elizabeth Borer

Lightning Safety: Minimize the risk of a lightning strike when camping or hiking

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Breakfast Camping Recipes: Try a Yummy Way to Start Your Day

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By: Feature Writer Denise Oliveri

Food On A Day Hike: Suggestions and Choices For Eating On The Trail

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Super Easy Camping Recipes: Fun to Make and Great to Eat!

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By: Feature Writer Denise Oliveri

Choosing A Backpack - Climate Care: What to look for in a backpack to weather the climate and conditions

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Camping in the Animas Valley: Get to this Colorado gem faster with the Durango Silverton Railroad

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By: Wesley D. Stein

ReserveAmerica Campsite Booking: The Easy, Online Way to Reserve a Campsite

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Alexander Springs Campground: A Major Recreational Area in the Ocala National Forest, Florida

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By: Jeff Wetherington

New Year's Resolutions For Campers: Goals for 2007 that Campers, Hikers and Backpackers Can Set

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Holiday Gift Ideas: Gift-Giving Recommendations for Backpackers and Campers

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Don't Get Lost When Backpacking: 5 Simple Tips to Prevent Getting Lost

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Basic Tent Camping Equipment: My Top 10 List of Tent Camping Supplies

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Tent Camping Basics: 3 Important Points When Planning Your Tent Camping Trip

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By: Jeff Wetherington

Avoid Getting Soft This Winter: Gain Strength and Endurance By Spring

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Simplicity of Backpacking: Backpacking causes you to simple day, see what is so great about a day on the earth.

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By: James E. Ratzloff

What To Do In The Offseason: Repair and Organize Gear, Go Over Photos, Train and Dream About Next Season

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Hiking Socks: Good Hiking Socks Keep You Going On The Trail

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Fall High Country Backpacking: Prepare for Storms, and Cold, and Rifleshots

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Safe Water for Drinking: Filter, Purify, or Boil?

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Internal and External Frame Packs: Which Should You Choose?

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By: James E. Ratzloff

A Simple Meal Idea: Rice and Beans, Cereal and Dried Milk; Cookies for Desert

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Avoid Dehydration: Drink Plenty of Water when Backpacking at High Altitudes

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Protect Camping Food From Bears: Bear-Proofing Backpack Tips

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Handling Tough Uphill Hikes: Train with a Backpack, use Trekking Poles, and Get on the Trail Early

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Making a Backpacking Gear List: From your cooking pot, fuel and stove to tent, sleeping bag, rain wear and trekking poles be prepared for the trail.

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Colorado Backpacking: Spotting a Hermit Thrush and bringing the right Water Filter

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Taking A Companion Backpacking: Weight Training to get in Shape when Carrying Heavy Loads

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Backcountry Camping: Alone at a Mountain Basin, Alpine Meadow or Solitary Lookout

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Finding Time to Hike: Backpacking the Treeline with Snowshoes

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Storing Backpacking Gear: Keep your pack, sleeping bag, tent, cooking stove and utensils, and camping essentials in one spot.

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Hiking the Continental Divide: Trekking in the High Country above the Snow Line

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Selecting a Tent Site: Finding Level, Dry Ground with a Natural Windbreak for Shelter

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Choosing a Trail: Studying Guide Books and Maps to Find the Perfect Trip for the Season

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Endurance and Weight Training: Getting in Shape for a Long and Heavy Trek

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Backpacking State of Mind: Finding Comfort in Weather and Wilderness

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Hiking With Children: Richard Loud's Last Child in the Woods

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Lightning Safety Tips: Limit exposure, insulate yourself from the ground, stay clear from metal conductors and be aware of the risks.

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Exploring the Trail: Why Waderlust Defines the Backpacker's Code

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Leaving the Trailhead Early: Set up Camp by Nightfall to Prepare your Gear for the Day Ahead

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Online Gear Deals: Bargains on Backpacking Equipment from Sporting Goods Stores on the Web

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Backpacking Stoves: Reviews of Alcohol, White Gas, Canistered Fuel Camping Stove Models

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Making a Campfire: Finding Dry Kindling, Building a Fire Pit, and Playing it Safe

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Early Season Backpacking: Hiking in Below Freezing Weather when the Trail is Slippery

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By: James E. Ratzloff

Packing Your Backpack: How to Avoid Overpacking while still Carrying Essential Food and Gear

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By: James E. Ratzloff

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