Well Being

Nursing an injury: How to stay active when hurt

Getting injured as an active person is incredibly frustrating. Depending on the injury, you could be off your favorite activity…

7 years ago

Natural mosquito repellents and Zika

Mosquitoes are usually attracted to bite humans by a combination of light, scent, humidity, and heat. There are many kinds…

7 years ago

Avoid breaking the ice and falling into the icy water below

Winter hiking comes with many challenges and hazards, one of the more serious being falling into icy water. If you…

7 years ago

Survival skills from ‘Adventure Merchants’

'Adventure Merchants' is the brainchild of Paul Evans, an Englishman now living in Melbourne. His company offers caving, kayaking, and…

7 years ago

Tips to ensure the safety of your drinking water

When you find you need to use water from streams, ponds, or lakes, it is important to filter the water.…

7 years ago

How to swim safely in the ocean

We all love going to the beach at any time of the year as long as the weather conditions allow…

7 years ago

Dog first aid: How to help your buddy when on the trail

There are few better hiking companions than those of the four-legged variety. Our furry friends are always up for an…

7 years ago

How to survive winter when you hate the cold

There are a lot of things that you can do in the summer. Summer is easy. With the longer, warmer…

7 years ago

All you need to know before foraging for food in the wilderness

Let's imagine that one day you get lost in the wilderness, and you have nothing to eat. You will be…

7 years ago

What to do if a skunk sprays you – great video too

Nature is full of all sorts of wildlife. Some of it is, of course, lovely, charming, and majestic, while other…

7 years ago