After motorcycling, biking and walking, here we continue our discovery of the region’s best “routes” to discover, no matter the means of travel. This time? So-called water hiking. Water is found everywhere in the Alpes-Maritimes region. Whether the blues of the Mediterranean Sea or the rivers flowing down from the highest points of the department, […]
While most beaches don’t allow camping, if you know where to look, you’ll find quiet places to pitch a tent right on the sand. The best parts of beach camping are the sounds of crashing waves lulling you to sleep and morning strolls along the shoreline at low tide. As state and national park campgrounds start to reopen, here’s where to go […]
click to enlarge With quarantine and social distancing in full swing, I’ve exhausted most of the local hikes over the last few months, so my husband Robert and I ventured a few hours west and tried a new, more challenging walk in the woods. Up until that point, we’d stuck to […]
Soviet people were convinced that it was around a campfire or on a mountain pass that you could discover who you really were, find real friends and maybe even meet a life partner. Nights spent in a tent, strumming songs, baking potatoes on a campfire—in Soviet times, hiking was a very popular pastime. Backpackers explored […]
EDMONTON — A vast section of Alberta backcountry once considered for a park is being overused by tens of thousands of campers who cut trees, strew garbage and trespass, says a provincial advisory committee. Camping numbers in the large undeveloped wilderness in central Alberta’s foothills and Rocky Mountains, have been “insane,” says the most recent report by Alberta Environment’s […]
OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK — Towering sea stacks, ancient petroglyphs and a bear with two cubs were found on the Cape Alava loop. The 9.4-mile hike, also known as Ozette Triangle, touches the westernmost point in the contiguous United States near the famous Ozette archaeological site. The wild and scenic coastline south of Cape Alava was […]
Camping doesn’t have to be long rainy hikes and crushed Kendal Mint Cake, but if you’re reading this you probably know that already. Ask almost any grown man about his happiest childhood memories and chances are building campfires and sleeping under the stars will be up there. James Warner Smith, author of Cool Camping, agrees […]
Visitors enjoy the beach at South Cove on Sebec Lake at Peaks Kenny State Park. Carey Kish photo Stand on the grassy promenade at South Cove and look northwest over Sebec Lake, and you’ll be treated to a dramatic view of the sharp profile of Borestone Mountain some 10 miles distant. It’s the defining vista […]
Brian writes: My wife, Karen, and I are expecting. I want to bring our child to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, a remote wilderness in Minnesota, where we go every year. Karen thinks that camping with a 9- to 12-month-old will be unenjoyable and dangerous. But how cool would it be for our child to […]
Lisa Rinna goes low-key in a Led Zeppelin tee and tight leggings as she enjoys a sun-soaked hike two days after celebrating her 57th birthday By Dan Heching For Dailymail.com Published: 02:25 EDT, 14 July 2020 | Updated: 03:49 EDT, 14 July 2020 This Real Housewife celebrated her birthday over the weekend in her trademark […]
How to Save Money on Your Next Camping Trip
Are you looking to take a camping trip in the near future? Whether you are looking to take a camping trip as a family vacation or a romantic getaway, you may be concerned with the cost of doing so. While camping is often referred to as an affordable recreational activity, it is still possible for […]
Picnic Tables: Your Buying Options
Do you regularly enjoy hosting picnics or barbeques in your own backyard? If you do, do you currently own a picnic table? As nice as picnic tables are, many homeowners opt for traditional lawn and garden chairs and many do not even have an outdoor table. If you do not already own a picnic table, […]
Tips for Planning a Camping Trip with Young Children
Are you a parent? If you are, do you and your family enjoy camping? As fun and exciting as camping can be, it can be a little bit frustrating or stressful when you go camping with young children. With that in mind, there are a number of steps that you can take to ensure that […]
The Benefits of Creating a Camping Checklist for Yourself
Have you recently made reservations at a campground park to go camping? Whether you are camping with friends, family members, or your romantic partner, preparation is important. Have you already started preparing for your trip, in terms of packing the supplies that you will need or the food that you would like to bring along […]
Six Safety Guidelines During Camping
Camping is fun. There is no doubt about that. But as harmless as camping may seem compared to extreme sports and activities like bungee jumping or rock climbing, you still need to always be cautious about your safety during a camping trip. Below are some safety guidelines to ensure that you have an enjoyable and […]
