wilderness

Bring your pillow – spend the night in these historic ghost towns

Not all of us want to camp in the National Parks and serene wilderness, some of the more adventure seeking folks…

7 years ago

Venomous snakes to avoid in the United States

While death from a snake bite in the United States is rare, some snakes are very dangerous and need to…

7 years ago

Porcupine safety tips

I remember when I first encountered Porcupines and in my head, they were put into the same category as skunks,…

7 years ago

Wilderness navigation techniques for beginners

You are finally hitting the trail and enjoying your first hiking experience. It seems like nothing can go wrong and…

7 years ago

Fun facts about the Appalachian Trail

The Appalachian Trail was created as the first National Scenic Trail by the National Trails System Act of 1968. It…

7 years ago

The Long Hike: Lewis and Clark’s Great Adventure of Discovery

As far as adventures go, the story of Lewis and Clark really does take the cake. Their tale of discovery…

7 years ago

8 items you should not forget to pack

Some people just love to escape civilization and head into the wilderness for a few days. It can restore the…

7 years ago

Don’t let rattlesnakes rattle you

First of all, you will be reassured to know that the chances of dying of a bite from a rattlesnake in…

7 years ago

Five Trails That Will Challenge the Hiker In You

Hiking is one of the more satisfying exercises you can do. Not only can you find the silence and separation…

7 years ago

Survival uses for dish soap

One of the most fun aspects of preparing for a survival situation is learning how to use everyday household items…

7 years ago