Travel and Adventure
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7 Unique Getaways for Outdoor Adventurers
By Phoebe Hodina Searching for unique getaways that still have a connection to the great outdoors? Well being in nature doesn’t always have to include a tent. Sometimes it can be a yurt, igloo or treehouse! Unique getaways that give you a totally different experience Here’s a list of retreats that will give you some…
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Dry but delightful: Hiking in the desert
By Lynley Joyce Deserts are dry, dangerous and often barren. So why would anyone go hiking in the desert? It’s because deserts can also be stunningly beautiful with a wide range of plants and wildlife tenaciously hanging on to the rugged and sometimes dramatic landscape. Desert trails If you are considering hiking in the desert,…
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Camping in Less Developed Areas: A Simple Guide
By Oceana Setaysha Camping in less developed areas can have its fair share of challenges. Here are some things to consider before you travel to a non-traditional camping destination. Explaining Camping In Spots People Don’t Camp There are so many things to love about camping. However despite its ubiquitous nature in many Western countries, it’s…
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The Colorado Trail: Hiking Review
By Phoebe Hodina Options of getting there: By air and/or car. Best time(s) to visit: July has the best wildflowers, and summer months are usually the best times to visit if you’re going to camp. The fall can be lovely but maybe a bit chillier. Climate/weather/temperature & appropriate dress: In the mountains, be aware that…
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Haven’t Heard About Geocaching?
By Oceana Setaysha It’s A Camping Activity You’ll Love! If you’re an outdoors person, if you love camping, hiking and long walks out in the wilderness to nowhere in particular, then we have a new hobby you’re going to love. Not only does it fit perfectly into all the things you already enjoy, it actually…
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Taking Camping Gear on an International Trip
By Shazia Chiu Preparing for an international trip is often a lengthy process. Packing, making sure you have all the proper travel documents, finding someone to watch your pets or home, and making arrangements at your destination takes time and effort. If you anticipate camping at all during your trip, you’ve probably thought about renting…
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The 3 in 1 Camping Cuisine Cookbook
The ultimate Camping Cuisine Cookbook… “Who else wants to know how to make sure no one complains about food or goes hungry on your next trip to the great outdoors?” If you are interested in proving you can put together delicious and nutritious creations with limited ingredients and equipment while in the middle of nature…
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Doing the Rickshaw Run
By Kristine MacMillan International Travel & Adventure: Completing the Rickshaw Run across India. 3 times a year a British company loosely organizes a race across India over a 2 week period. There are 3 different routes, usually one in January, one in April and one in August. I took part in the north to south…