Tag: nature

The Nine Sisters – San Luis Obispo, California

The quaint central coast town of San Luis Obispo, California is home to a famous series of nine peaks. These peaks, known as the “Nine…

Essential gear and equipment for kayaking

There is only a handful of sports that you can get into at any time with a good chance to excel in it. Kayaking is…

Wasp management

Doug Williams

Should you enjoy picnicking in your garden or sitting on your deck for sundowners and snacks, you may well find that such pleasant activities are…

Crater Lake in Oregon – an absolute must see

Crater Lake is the main attraction of Crater Lake National Park in south-central Oregon, about 80 miles northeast of the city of Medford. It’s a…

Common mistakes to avoid on a camping trip

Many people decide to go camping because they want to escape from modern technology and the stresses of daily life. People enjoy going camping because…

History of climbing crampons

Crampons are a robust frame, often made of metal, with sharp spikes set at specific points such as at the toe. These are attached to…

The most beautiful waterfalls in the US

Putting together a list of the best waterfalls in the US is a very subjective thing and not easy. This country is full of so…

Top 10 extreme adventures in Antarctica

It seems to have happened quickly but Antarctica is becoming the perfect travel destination for real adventure travelers. It’s the sort of destination that takes…

Some Exercises that are Great for Beginner Hikers

I believe that we as human beings can be put into two categories, those that already hike and those of us that should be hiking.…

Purifying water in the wilderness

Since our bodies are comprised between 55-65% of water and the fact we are unlikely to be able to survive for more than three days…