WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (KABC) — West Hollywood stands poised to have the highest minimum wage in the nation as the city council prepares to vote on increasing it to $17.64 an hour. Wednesday’s council meeting started at 6 p.m., but the issue was still being debated late into the night. The ordinance would take effect […]
Lake Greenwood State Park has three camp hosts who stay at the park for three months. These volunteers clean the restrooms and campsites — and also dish out advice. Today, they will turn the park into Haunted Shores and welcome hundreds of kids for trick-or-treating from 4 to 8 p.m. The park will be closed […]
Powell comments last week adds to dollar pressure Commodity linked currencies rise further Busy week with BoJ, ECB meeting <a href=”https://tmsnrt.rs/2RBWI5E”>Graphic: World FX rates</a> LONDON, Oct 25 (Reuters) – The dollar fell on Monday back towards a one-month low as traders continued to focus on the prospect of interest rate hikes and tightening outside of […]
Fundstrat Global Advisors is one of the more bullish outfits around, and the investment firm is now even more optimistic about the stock market. The firm raised its year-end price target for the S&P 500 SPX, +0.74% to 4,800 from 4,700, which would be a 6% gain from Tuesday’s close of 4,519.63. Strategists led by […]
It’s a mystery that’s captivated Australia, and a case Victoria Police say is unlike any they’ve ever encountered. Russell Hill and Carol Clay set off on a camping trip in the remote Wonnangatta Valley in March last year. But they never returned. They left very few clues, among them a burnt-out campsite and a locked […]
Ill-fitting boots can ruin an otherwise great hike. Boots that fit properly protect your feet, stabilize your ankles, and minimize the chance of blisters—not to mention prevent injury and unsightly bruised toenails. If you’re shopping for your first pair of boots (or if it’s been a while since you last took a spin through an […]
Camping advice can be good. It can save you a lot of headache and heartache But I’m not going to tell you what you should do in the great outdoors. I’m going to tell you what not to do — as in, don’t do what I did on a recent solo camping trip to Glacier […]
A fiery sunset over Wadleigh Pond on the Great Circle Trail, northeast of Millinocket. Carey Kish photo The sky is afire with pink, orange and purple as I shiver in the autumn chill on the shore of pristine Wadleigh Pond. One last glance, and I turn to make my way back to camp and my […]
Winter is coming, which for many RVers marks the end of the camping season. Unless you live in Florida, where it never gets below 50 degrees. But the sad truth is that RV parks are beginning to close, and you have to get ready to winterize your RV. But for those of you squeezing a […]
Ron Chase rests his weary hip on Petit Manan Point. Contributed photo Most of us older folks have some kind of protracted health problem. The bane of my twilight years has been waging an ongoing battle with arthritis. My knees, hips, and hands are all being treated for the chronic disorder. A few years ago, […]
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 […]
