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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Solo backpacking
- Have you ever gone solo backpacking? If you have, you'll probably agree that it isn't a matter of it being better or worse than backpacking with friends. It's just a different activity altogether.When you go backpacking with others, it's a social event. You enjoy the scenery, feel good hiking the trails, and you get to know people in a different setting than usual. There's usually a lot of ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The classy way to do wa
- Western Australia ? South-West Coast driving holiday. Great Australian Road Trips Okay, so road trips in Western Australia might bring to mind punishing distances and dusty towns, and accidentally forgetting to fill up on petrol only to pass your remaining three days under the thin shade of a dead tree wondering if any car is likely to come your way. And no doubt this is readily avail...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Drive me to wa today!
- Western Australia Driving Adventure Great Australian Road Trip Large is not the word for it. Massive doesn't cover it either. Gigantanormous might be a little closer to the mark, but unfortunately you won't find it in any dictionaries. Welcome to Western Australia, where elbow room has never been a problem. If you're looking for the ultimate Great Australian Road Trip, then f...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 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 or friends can be a great way to spend a weekend or a week. But unlike picnics, outdoor concerts or barbeques, camping or hiking in wilderness areas can turn from a fun outing into a very scary experience in just a few hours or even minutes.As long as you stay within a recogn...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Camping stove performance: ease of use & what to avoid
- Important information about camping stoves...What type of camping, hiking, or backpacking do you do? Do you camp at parks, out of your car, or do you carry everything on your back? Do you camp only in North America?Do you need a camping burner for winter camping or do you mostly camp during the summer when it's warm out?Will you be carrying it for long distances? What type of ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - One of the oldest traditions of the american west; the dude ranch
- Dude Ranches first gained popularity in the 1920s, in large part due to the writings of Teddy Roosevelt. Working as a ranch man himself, Roosevelt not only spent time herding cattle, but he also urged Americans to explore for themselves. The popularity of dude ranch increased after WWII and soon became a main tourist attraction in the Rocky Mountain area around the 20's and 30's.Now a days ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The best safari company for your safari trip - heres how to choose
- Which is the best African safari company for my safari trip?This is a question that comes up very frequently and it's not surprising.There are so many safari operators in the market all promising the earth that it is very difficult to choose between them, especially when you know nothing about them.But there is a way to improve your chances significantly of making the right ch...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Whale watching ? the biggest show on earth
- Whale watching is a spellbinding, entertaining, and thought-provoking adventure trip. It's a show with the largest mammals on earth as the star performers. Whales are majestic and graceful giants, who's every move seems effortless, choreographed, and yet playful. In this article discover how to get the most out of your trip.Imagine a lazy summer's afternoon on a boat in a gentle rolling oce...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - African safari gear packing list - what to take along
- The last thing you want on an African safari is to realise that you have left any important safari gear behind.Because of the nature of safari there are some things that are essential to take with and others that you can do without because they are only going to add to your luggage weight.This is a listing of some of the "must have" safari gear you need to pack to take along which fo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Chimborazo: learning spanish at 20,600 feet
- Climbing the glaciers to the summit of Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador isn't highly technical. It is mountaineering, but how hard can it be, considering I went to 20,600 feet the first time I used crampons and an ice axe? Okay, I used them once for practice, on a sledding hill near my house. I climbed forty feet while people walked by with their sleds, telling their kids to stay away from me.It...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cheap safari in africa for $70 a day - heres how to do it
- You would think that a cheap safari in Africa for $70 a day would have to take place in some shady game reserve in Timbuktu that nobody visits. But not in this case.This is, and has been one of the best national parks in Africa for over 100 years and it's visited by over 1 million people every year.It's the Kruger National Park in South Africa and you can visit it for only $70 per da...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Creative camp cooking - part 2
- In a previous article, I wrote primarily about box ovens. With this article, we will consider a couple of other ideas that can also make your camping meals fun and enjoyable.The first is something called foil packs. Foil packs are quite simple. You spread out a large sheet of aluminum foil, add whatever ingredients you like, seal it up on the ends, and place it on a bed of hot charcoal....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A fishy road trip in cairns
- The Cairns Fishing Adventure A Great Australia Road TripYou love holidays? You love to fish? Then you'll need to come to Cairns, Australia where the fishing is, quite simply, bloody fantastic.You've got options coming out of your ears when you fish in Cairns on your next Great Australian Road Trip. It has almost every species of Pacific game fish in the blue waters near th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Driving in greece - how bad is it?
- Generally speaking, Greek drivers are not the best in Europe, but they are not the worst ? those people know who they are!I have been in driving in Greece for a while now and have witnessed many examples of bad habits on the road, which have shocked my rapidly departing British sensibilities. It is not uncommon for drivers to hoot their horns at traffic lights, even when they are still on r...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The different styles of tents available
- The dictionary defines a tent as 'a portable shelter usually of canvas or other cloth stretched over poles or supports and fastened to the ground with pegs and ropes'. That definition covers a wide variety of structures in many sizes, shapes and styles. Whether you're looking for family shelter on a camping trip, a pavilion for a wedding or a beach canopy, there's a tent to suit your needs....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Viewpoints on whale watching in hermanus!
- If you're looking to spot a whale, the first few things you'll hear people say is:"Hermanus has the best land-based whale watching in the world" and "You're sure to see hundreds of whales breaching from the waters off the rocky cliffs to the West" or "You'll definitely see them lob tailing from the vantage point of the golden beaches to the East".And thi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Creative camp cooking
- For most people, outdoor cooking is synonymous with barbeque, but there are many other ways to cook outdoors. If you have been camping, you are probably at least familiar with the portable propane stoves which provide a burner or two similar to the stovetop burners you have at home. In addition, you may have also heard of dutch ovens. However, I am thinking most people who have not been involved i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bird safaris: timbavatis most desired plumage
- Normally when you think Safari you think Big 5. The spotlight or limelight is traditionally on lions, cheetah or elephants. But when do the birds get some of the attention?With outlandish names like the Chestnut-Vented Tit-Babbler and the Jameson's Firefinch, just imagine what some of these eccentric buzzards actually look like? What strange frequencies dart from their beaks and why is it t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Student travel ? backpacking in europe
- For the fortunate few, life isn't complete without a backpacking trip through Europe. This right of passage is believed to further the maturation process of college students, according to sociologists. Of course, others have opined that copious amounts of alcohol, sun and Amsterdam have something to do with it. Regardless of your purpose, you still have to figure out what to take.Backpack ?...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Packing a backpack - a guide
- With so many different designs, packing a backpack will vary considerably. Generally though, the key to packing your backpack is to achieve even weight distribution. Packing your heavy items at the top will pull you backwards ? packing your heavy items near the base will drag you downwards. Therefore ensure that your heavy items are packed relatively in the middle to balance the weight.You ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Great family camping trips make excellent traditions
- A wonderful way to invest in your families' treasure trove of memories is by spending time in the great outdoors. Camping trips can be an excellent tradition that your family will look forward to and in time, look back upon with fond memories.Whether you plan to camp at the same place every year or seek out new places doesn't matter as camping is always filled with new adventures. Your fami...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Camping and outdoor activities: get involved with nature
- Camping mixed with outdoor activity is a great way to get ourselves involved with nature. National Parks can provide an excellent backdrop for some of your outdoor activities. Activities such as hiking, fishing, cycling, horseback riding, white water rafting and kayaking, skiing, rock climbing and mountaineering are just a few of the sports you might want to include on your camping adventure...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 4 steps to an enjoyable hike
- Some people have fought many years of their lives to preserve the rich heritage of the outdoors and nature we now enjoy. That dedication and effort has been rewarded by fantastic hiking opportunities in our local, state, and national park systems. In honor of their efforts, let's break out of our winter hibernation and venture into the crisp, clean outdoor air and hit some of those dirt trails. ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to buy a used rv - part 2
- The key to getting a good bargin, instead of a lemon, when buying your used RV is knowing what to look for. Here is a useful checklist to help with your search.1. Does the trailer jack work?2. Do the propane bottles need updating and inspection? This can be costly if the bottles need to be replaced. Generally, if an RV propane tank is older than twelve years, it will have to be reins...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to buy a used rv - part 1
- If you are on a tight budget and can't afford a new model RV you might consider buying a used RV. Here are a few suggestions for finding a used, affordable RV:1. Check newspaper listings. Look in the listings of your local or state daily paper's classifieds. Most towns and cities have a free shoppers circular that is mostly classified listings.2. Check for any consignment lots in you...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Visiting plitvice lakes national park
- If anyplace on earth is a natural paradise, Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is that place. Of all Croatia's eight National Parks, Plitvice is the oldest and most visited. It's easy to see why. Bears and wolves lurk in its primeval forest; schools of silvery fish dart through its pristine rivers; its beech trees are a cacophony of chattering birds. The crown jewels are the 16 translucent la...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Alternatives to pressurized fuel
- Recently I attended a Boy Scout Leader Roundtable meeting where they held a Pressurized Fuel Training session. The focus of this training was to teach leaders what they should be teaching boy scouts about safety rules for using primarily cooking stoves, but also lanterns and heaters that use propane or liquid fuels under pressure. The point was not at all to teach how to use these devices, but was...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Edible wild plants for backpackers
- Knowing a few edible wild plants can make your next backpacking trip, or any trip into the wilderness, a lot more enjoyable.You can pack lighter if you eat wild berries every morning for breakfast, for example, and leave your oatmeal behind. So push the bears out of the way and gorge yourself on blueberries. Less weight on your back always feels better.You'll also enjoy your backpack...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Catch another falling star
- Recently we stayed at a state campground in Michigan near a couple of lakes and the Kalamazoo River.The sites were large and wooded and secluded and it was soooooo relaxing to be there. Lots of interesting people walking and biking and roller blading.The weather was perfect - 70 degrees, perfectly clear, no humidity, with a slight breeze. (Did I say perfect?)Of course, almost ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Things to make your gap year in africa easy!
- The kind of things you pack when you go on a trip says a lot about where you're heading and what you're going to be doing.Taking a warm top and a 'blanky' is OK if you're going to stay at Granny's house, but when you're taking a gap year in Africa, these items come highly recommended...Work Pants with zip-off longs x 2Great for casual wading in the water and getting wit...