Outdoor Safety 101: How to Protect Yourself While Hiking and CampingJeff Alt, hiking and camping expert and author, was on his second day of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in North Georgia when he stopped for the night in a shelter. Like most trail shelters, this one didn’t have a door, but he didn’t think much of… Aug 06 20August 06, 2020Article at The Weather Channel
Finding the best camping tent doesn't have to be a struggleTraveling isn't just about the destination. Carry On is our series devoted to how we get away in the digital age, from the choices we make to the experiences we share. It only takes one bad storm to make you realize the importance of a good tent… Feb 26 20February 26, 2020Article at Mashable
Best Gifts for Outdoorsy People and their DogsSome people just love spending time outdoors, whether it’s hiking in the mountains or backcountry camping — but these trips are always better when they’re with dog. That’s why we love Native Instinct. It’s the perfect store to find outdoor… Apr 02 19April 02, 2019Article at Best Gifts
Going on a trip? Here's how to make sure you're not 'that' tourist.There's nothing like the feeling of traveling to a new place for the first time. Whether it’s tasting some new exotic food, visiting a fairytale-like castle that's steeped in centuries of history, or taking in a breathtaking landscape for the first… Dec 19 16December 19, 2016Article at Upworthy
Here's where you're most likely to run into wildlife that could kill youDragan Radovanovic/Business Insider Just this past June, a 2-year-old boy was playing near the water at a Disney World resort when an alligator attacked and killed him. A black bear attacked a woman running the marathon in New Mexico just a few days… Jul 01 16July 01, 2016Article at businessinsider.com