Tag: nature
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
On the shore of the largest of America’s Great Lakes, Lake Superior, at the northern tip of Wisconsin, you can visit the amazing Apostle Islands…
Interesting facts about Mount St. Helens epic eruption
Mount St. Helens is an active volcano in Scamanina County, Washington, only 96 miles south of Seattle and 5o miles northeast of Portland. The volcano…
John Muir: Innovator and Outdoorsman
A man of legend, John Muir has a reputation for his relentless love for nature and his strong desire for the conservation of the environment.…
How to navigate outdoor fun through fire season
The summer of 2017 has been rough on the west coast of North America, from Canada all the way down to Southern California. With the…
Fly Fishing: Tips on how to get started
Fly fishing is amazing to watch. It seems to have kind of grace and rhythm to it that is so different than standard fishing. Before…
The Mysterious Moeraki Boulders – New Zealand’s Dragon Eggs
The Moeraki Boulders are huge spherical boulders that look like the eggs of some gigantic dragon that we see in fantasy movies. These amazing rocks…
Wildfires: What we all need to know
Every summer, wildfires sweep around various parts of the world, causing smoke, destruction, and lots of trouble. As most wildfires are created by a force…
What we need to know about the trillion-ton iceberg
No matter where you stand in the climate change debate, the iceberg that has detached itself from Antarctica is disturbing. While icebergs do move around…
Sunscreen: Which is safest to use
Being outdoorsy comes with lots of pros, including fresh air, natural light, and regular exercise. Yet there is also one major disadvantage with being outside…
The best national parks for families in the US
America’s national parks are the guardians of the country’s glorious natural heritage. You can’t go wrong taking your family on a road trip to visit…