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Unforgettable White Mountains Vacations ? The Most Scenic 100 Miles in New England

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Old Barney -- A Visit to Barnegat Light, New Jersey

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Penguin Parade

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Three Classic Hikes Abroad

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Shark Attacks! How Common are They? Where do They Occur?

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Topographic Maps 101

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How To Buy a Used RV - Part 1

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4 Steps to an Enjoyable Hike

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Camping and Outdoor Activities: Get Involved with Nature

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Student Travel ? Backpacking In Europe

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Creative Camp Cooking

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Viewpoints on Whale Watching in Hermanus!

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The Different Styles of Tents Available

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Driving in Greece - How Bad is it?

Generally speaking, Greek drivers are not the best in Europe, but they are not the... Read More

A Fishy Road Trip in Cairns

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Cheap Safari in Africa For $70 a Day - Heres How To Do It

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Chimborazo: Learning Spanish At 20,600 Feet

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African Safari Gear Packing List - What To Take Along

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Whale Watching ? The Biggest Show on Earth

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The Best Safari Company for Your Safari Trip - Heres How To Choose

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One of the Oldest Traditions of the American West; The Dude Ranch

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Camping Stove Performance: Ease of Use & What to Avoid

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Survival in the Wilderness: What to Do, What You Need

Summer is for picnics, hikes, outdoor concerts, barbeques ... and enjoying the wilderness.Camping with family... Read More

Drive Me to WA Today!

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The Classy Way to Do WA

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Solo Backpacking

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Solo Backpacking Tips

Solo backpacking means peace and quiet. No one to talk to means no words are... Read More

Plymouth Plantation and Mayflower ? Links to Our Past Guide, Part 1

Plimoth Plantation and the Mayflower II ship are major attractions in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Authentic yet... Read More

10 Tips to Planning Your Dream Road Trip

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Kayak Travel and Trips

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Whitewater Rafting Trip

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Mount Kenya ? Up High at God?s Mountain

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Top Five Honeymoon Safari Destinations In Africa

An African honeymoon safari is the perfect way to celebrate your marriage.The pampering that you... Read More

Wildebeest Migration - How To Get The Best Seats In The House

To get the most out of a wildebeest migration safari you need to know where... Read More

Discover The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden In Arcadia California

In The city of Arcadia California, right next door to Pasadena http://pasadena.usacitydirectories.com you... Read More

Discover Eaton Canyon In Pasadena California

Eaton Canyon Natural Area Nature Center, entrance, 1750 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena, Ca. 91107, is... Read More

Discover Knotts Berry Farm

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Visiting Whistler in Summer

It is the end of the season for the year but a summer visit is... Read More

Canoe Trip with Nature

A canoe trip is a great way to appreciate Nature!A well-planned canoe trip is always... Read More

Backpacking Trips - Ten Essential Items

I've had backpacking trips that included rain, snow, lightning, rockslides, altitude sickness, and twenty-mile days... Read More

Ten Skills - A Backpacking List

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Old Sturbridge Village ? Links to Our Past Guide, Part 2

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The Best Backpacking Food

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Book a Golf Package in Myrtle Beach for Golfing Fun and Great Times in the Sun

Thousands of golfers flock to the Carolinas each spring and fall to enjoy some of... Read More

Tent and Outdoor Gear Care and Repair

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What You Need to Know About - Camping Vacations

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Cycling in Europe: There?s More to the Tour de France than Lance

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Arrowhead Hunting and Rock Collecting

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The Wandle Trail - Map and Illustrated Guide

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Alaska - Brief Travel Guide

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Alaska Sport Fishing Guide

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Alaska Hunting Guide

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Crossing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel with an RV

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Hiking Safely on the Hills

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Backyard Camping Trip

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The Benefits of One Day Hiking Trips

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Dancing With Whales

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Hiking from Your Own Home

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Take a Hiking Pole on Your Next Hike

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Gambling Isnt the Only Thing to do in Las Vegas

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Join the American Hiking Society

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Hard Labor Creek State Park Earned Its Name

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San Diego Beach Hikes ? Cardiff to Carlsbad

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Yachats, OR: An Outdoor Lovers Paradise on the Oregon Coast

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Wal-Mart Camping And Other Free Places

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New Technologies in Camping and Outdoor Clothing Enhance the Outdoor Experience

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Camping - Get Those Tents Up!

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Kenya Safari Top Five National Parks

The Kenya safari circuit is one of the best in Africa containing national parks and... Read More

Tanzania Safari Top Five National Parks and Game Reserves

Ask about perfect wildlife destinations and a Tanzania safari will be at or near the... Read More

San Francisco Beaches

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South Africa Safari Top Five National Parks and Game Reserves

A South Africa safari is the ideal wildlife trip to go on because the infrastructure... Read More

Botswana Safari Top Five National Parks and Game Reserves

A Botswana safari is an excellent trip to undertake because the setting is as unique... Read More

Zambia Safari Top Five National Parks

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Motorhome Camp Grounds Stalls should be Astroturf

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Hiking Trails Mt. Washington Valley NH - Trekking trails USA

Mt. Washington Valley Trails & Mt Washington - NHThe highest mountain in the northeast state... Read More

Hiking Shoes Versus Hiking Boots

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Campsite Meal Planning and Recipe

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Discount Lift Tickets - Learn what Colorado Ski Resorts Do Not Want You to Know!

How to get discount lift tickets for popular ski resorts in Colorado including Keystone, Breckenridge,... Read More

Malaria Prevention - Five Ways to Avoid Catching It on Safari

Malaria is endemic to most of the areas in Africa where safari trips are still... Read More

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Ultralight Backpacking Skills - A Three Day Test

On Lake Michigan, at the end of the Stonington Peninsula, there's a stretch of empty... Read More

Your Virgin Bushwalk

Isn't it time you stepped out of the concrete jungle and into a wilder world,... Read More

RV Camping at Casinos

There's nothing that will quicken the interest of RVers like the prospect of free overnight... Read More

The Royal Barge Procession ? Splendor on the Chao Phraya River

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Mammoth Cave: One of the Most Beautiful in Our National Park System

Directly south of Louisville, just off Interstate 65 and not far from Cave City, Mammoth... Read More

Trekking in Jordan

1st day : Airport / Amman, O/N Our representative will meet clients at the Airport,... Read More

The American Picnic ? Make Yours Memorable

We love spending time outdoors and if you are expecting a large group; you need... Read More

Two Person Hammocks ? Snuggle With Your Beau in Style

How many of you take the time to just relax in a hammock? When I... Read More

Experience The Real Florida

Every year around 40 million visitors come to Florida for the sun, sea and attractions.... Read More

Bird Watching Life Lists ? Keeping A Record

If you're a birder, you want to keep a list of sightings when you bird... Read More

Backcountry Safety ? An Essential 10-Point Checklist

The call of the wild can be seductive. The exquisite beauty of the wilderness, the... Read More

Bird Watching Mecca ? 338 Species At Acadia National Park

When it comes to birding, Acadia National Park is a mecca for sightings. The Park... Read More

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How to get the most out of your trekking poles is one of the biggest... Read More

River Cruise in Bangkok ? Sightseeing on the Chao Phraya

A river cruise in Bangkok gives an insight to the community life on the Chao... Read More

Calculate Food Quantities for Camping and Outdoor Recreation

As the warmer weather approaches, we look forward to another season of camping and enjoying... Read More

Block Island ? Memorable Vacations Are Made of This

Block Island is a seaside jewel lying 12 miles off the southern coast of Rhode... Read More

How Are Minerals Formed?

HOW ARE MINERALS FORMED?MINERALS are naturally occuring, inorganic solids, with a characteristic chemical composition, having... Read More

Backpacking Journals ? Preserve Your Backpacking Experiences

Backpacking is a great way to escape the rat race and be one with nature.... Read More

Bird Watching Journals ? Preserve Your Bird Watching Experiences

Bird Watching is a great way to escape the rat race and be one with... Read More

A Retired, Single RVer Travels

For some 30 years I practiced law in Mesa, Arizona. (Please don't hold that against... Read More

Trekking Poles And Walking Sticks

Are walking sticks longer than trekking poles? What about hiking staffs and hiking sticks? Whatever... Read More

Yellowstone Camping In The Fall

Soon, the busy summer tourist season will be over in Yellowstone National Park. If you... Read More

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Boondocking is fun! Boondockers go anywhere they want, at any time they want and at... Read More

Retired LoWs Do Yuma

Yuma, Arizona. In the winter, it's the best town in America with a year round... Read More

The Price of Gas Really Doesnt Matter!

"The good news is that there is no reason to cower in the corner of... Read More

Scotland - The New White Water Rafting Capital of Europe

Scotland has taken its place as the new Mecca for white water rafting and extreme... Read More

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The Northern Circuit is probably Africa's most dramatic wildlife area. Game safaris never fail to... Read More

Be Sure to Buy the Best Discount Camping Gear Before Going on that Family Adventure

When you're on the Internet looking for discount camping gear, it's good to read an... Read More

Find Outdoor Camping Gear Online at Great Discount Prices

Before you take off on that great outdoor adventure, be sure to write a list... Read More

Lightweight Backpacking: How Light?

You aren't lightweight backpacking if you are carrying twenty-five pounds for a summer weekend. I... Read More

Protection from Lightning - Smart Strategies for Hikers and All Outdoor Enthusiasts

Prevention is your best protection against lightning. Be sure to check your local weather report... Read More

Tom Sawyer Day - Floating Down The River

There were four of us on that first Tom Sawyer Day. I promised my friends... Read More

Safety Tips While Walking in the Spanish Countryside

Spring:Essential items when preparing for a walk-Compass-First aid kit - including an elastic bandage, gauze... Read More

Tips for Mountain Bikers in Spain

As any keen mountain biker will know, there are some important rules to follow and... Read More

My Five-Ounce Sleeping Bag

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Santa Cruz Church ? the Portuguese Legacy in Bangkok

Santa Cruz Church, the church of the holy cross, was first built the reign of... Read More

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Inflatable Boat Trailers

An inflatable boat trailer is needed if the user has a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB),... Read More

Find a Camping Gear Outlet Near You

When you search online for a camping gear outlet you will find camping gear at... Read More

Side-Tripping in Montana

Nightlife in Big Sky, Montana is more exciting than you would think. Especially for a... Read More

Visiting the Last Paradise on Earth ? Costa Rica

I've been traveling and writing about places I believe others would love to visit, to... Read More

Edible Wild Plants For Backpackers

Knowing a few edible wild plants can make your next backpacking trip, or any trip... Read More

Topographic Maps 101

The intricate details on a topographic map can be befuddling, even frustrating, if you are... Read More

Its an Alien World in Every River

When you look at a river, what do you see? A few flies on top?... Read More

Too much to do in London!

No one can truly say they know London well. To... Read More

Review: Russell Shortos The Island At The Center Of The World

Up to now the preponderant view held by many historians is that Dutch contribution to... Read More

RV Vacations: Ten Tips

Perhaps you have wondered about taking an RV vacation. It seems like fun and you'd... Read More

Bird Safaris: Timbavatis Most Desired Plumage

Normally when you think Safari you think Big 5. The spotlight or limelight is traditionally... Read More

Ultralight Backpacking Versus Traditional Backpacking

Contrary to what many think, ultralight backpacking is not just about the freedom to hike... Read More

Code of Conduct for Outdoor Enthusiasts

My favorite outdoor related quote comes from John Muir, the father of our national park... Read More

Trekking Poles And Walking Sticks

Are walking sticks longer than trekking poles? What about hiking staffs and hiking sticks? Whatever... Read More

Costa Rica: Land of Natural Wonders

Costa Rica is a small country - just 75 mi/120 km separates the Pacific Ocean... Read More

Spain´s Beaches - You´re Spoilt For Choice

Spain offers the visitor over 4,000 kms of coastline where s/he can enjoy shining sun... Read More

Tips for Mountain Bikers in Spain

As any keen mountain biker will know, there are some important rules to follow and... Read More

Retired LoWs Do Yuma

Yuma, Arizona. In the winter, it's the best town in America with a year round... Read More

4 Steps to an Enjoyable Hike

Some people have fought many years of their lives to preserve the rich heritage of... Read More

Greek Food

A meal in Greece is highlighted with a selection of hot and cold plates known... Read More

Costa Rica White Water Rafting Trip

Costa Rica's mountainous topography and copious rainfall are both responsible for one of the best... Read More

Penguin Parade

Phillip Island is a small island and nature reserve off the coast of South Australia,... Read More

Kenya Safari Top Five National Parks

The Kenya safari circuit is one of the best in Africa containing national parks and... Read More

Tamil Nadu ? A potpourri of culture and festivity

Tamil Nadu is a delightful anachronism. With a rich culture reaching back to the early... Read More

Hiking Safely on the Hills

SAFE WALKING TREKKING OUTDOORSIf you are contemplating a long distance walk, or indeed a day... Read More

Bicycling Down The River

My river-rafting adventure started on a bicycle. The small daypack I wore carried a hatchet,... Read More

Hard Labor Creek State Park Earned Its Name

One afternoon during a trip across the country in our fifth wheel, we were racing... Read More

Survival in the Wilderness: What to Do, What You Need

Summer is for picnics, hikes, outdoor concerts, barbeques ... and enjoying the wilderness.Camping with family... Read More

Journey to Haypress Creek

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