Tag: wilderness
Survival: The psychology of staying alive in the woods
Real survival is not all about skills and knowledge, a huge part of it has to do with a positive mindset. People who consider themselves…
Health alert: Is Lyme disease a real concern
Hanging out in the outdoors can expose us to any number of pests, from mosquitoes, to poison oak and ticks. Ticks, while small, can cause…
Havasu Creek – the blue water paradise in Arizona
The Havasupai Waterfalls are the most dramatic waterfalls in the Grand Canyon, and are associated with the Havasupai people. Havasu Creek, of which the falls…
How to survive a wolf attack
Imagine that you’re having the hike of your dreams, the sun has just set, and you’re heading back to your campsite. All you’re thinking of…
Unique Texas State Parks
The Lone Star state, Texas, sounds like a place where you can only find deserts, tumbleweeds, and cowboys. If you investigate a little bit more,…
Best water sources in the wilderness
One of the most crucial survival skills you should know is being able to find water sources, and then purifying the water so it’s safe…
Top 10 places in the World to go Snorkeling
Snorkeling is an awesome way to really take in the sealife. Whether you are looking at coral or fish, snorkeling keeps you safely on the…
Backcountry and Bears: be aware and be careful
Adventures in the backcountry can be serene as you traverse this beautiful country in peace. But there are dangerous predators that roam the wilderness, and…
3 Ways to get gear on a budget
Great adventures require great gear. Whether you are climbing a mountain, kayaking a river, or hiking a mountain pass, you’re going to need the right…
World’s weirdest plants
The smelly and flourishing world of flowers is something that we always connect to beauty, gentleness, and butterflies. Beauty is the first thing we think…