Outdoor Etiquette and Leave No Trace

Outdoor Etiquette and Leave No Trace Principles We seek the renewal of the outdoors because of its beauty, so it is important that we treat the land with respect, and leave it hopefully better than we found it.  We certainly want to leave it in as pristine condition...

Camping Tent vs Tarps – The Pros and Cons of Each

I love both my tent and my tarp, but they each have pros and cons.  Learn the benefits and drawbacks of tents and tarps below so you’ll know which to pack for your next adventure! Tent vs Tarp Debate Rages On! Deciding whether to purchase a tent or tarp when you...

How To Buy Vacation Travel Insurance

How to Buy Holiday Travel Insurance Things happen, including unexpected things that happen which can spoil your holiday travel plans. That’s why I always buy travel insurance whenever I book a flight or tour.  This way, if there is a covered family emergency...

10 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Campsite

Choosing the right camp site can make all the difference in how much you enjoy your camping adventure.  You want to be comfortable AND safe.  Check out these helpful tips so you can choose the perfect camp site on your next adventure! Ten Features of a Perfect...

Hiking: How To Cross a River Safely

Wilderness Skills : How to Safely Cross a River Sometimes when you are hiking, you come to a river you need to cross that doesn’t have a bridge or stepping stones to get across safely.  What do you do?  How do you know if it is safe to cross or if you should...
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