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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The kuan yin shrine, bangkok ? the goddess of mercy on the chao phraya
- The Kuan Yin Shrine in Bangkok is in an old Chinese building within a community on the Chao Phraya River where time seems to have stood still for the last 200 years.The site originally had two shrines built in the reign of King Taksin (1767 ? 1782) by his Chinese supporters. The dilapidated buildings were torn down in the reign of King Rama III (1824 ? 1851) and rebuilt to house Kuan Yin, t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pigeon forge campgrounds
- Campgrounds are a perfect Pigeon Forge lodging option for visitors looking to be as close as possible to the great outdoors. Campgrounds in Pigeon Forge are located near the beautiful and majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park and are still only minutes away from the outlet malls, dining, and music theatres that downtown Pigeon Forge has to offer. There are a variety of campgrounds available...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Lake jipe straddling tanzania and kenya
- So unknown is this treasure of Lake Jipe not many Tanzanians know of its existence or location. Sandwiched between the Pare mountains and Kilimanjaro this small lake [30 km sq] straddles the border between Kenya and Tanzania. This lake has a many water birds and is one of the few places in East Africa that the Lesser Jacana and Purple Gallinule are common. Also Madagascar Squacco Herron, Black Her...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The lumemo trail - an african wilderness experience for the practiced hiker
- The Udzungwa Mountains National park was created primarily for the protection of flora rather than fauna. The park was registered in 1992 and is the first of its kind in Tanzania. This park is a series of mountain rangers and interlocking valleys - ranging from the top of the Kilombero Valley at 300 meters above sea level to peaks of around 2,570 meters above sea level. Only experienced hikers can...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - You might be an ultralight backpacker if...
- If you you find yourself saying "Hey, that's a good idea," to more than one of the following, you might be an ultralight backpacker. They are collected from various lightweight backpacking forums. For those of you that don't share our passion for ultralight backpacking, let me explain that these are funny, but also mostly true stories.You Just Might Be An Ultralight Backpacker If......
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dont forget that camping gear checklist before you leave on that family camping adventure
- A camping gear checklist is an important tool to help you prepare and pack for that annual family camping trip. The last thing you want to remember about that camping trip is how you forgot that one piece of important gear and made the whole family unhappy. Remember to check and double check that list before you leave.When you are going RV camping or just a simple weekend hiking trip bring ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Camping for fun
- Camping for fun is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and relax. But before going camping you will need to purchase camping equipment one of the better places to get the gear you need is at camping world.To go camping does not have to cost a arm and a leg. With the basics found in your home you could go today. Lets see first you will need some type of shelter a plastic trap 8 by 10 will make...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Find a camping gear outlet near you
- When you search online for a camping gear outlet you will find camping gear at great discounts like tents, sleeping materials like sleeping bags, navigation and survival items, camping furniture and lanterns, tools, knives and optics, personal care equipment, backpacks, camping cookware, and other camping stuff.If the camp gear outlet you find is an established one, you will find some of th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Stay warm - a backpacking skill
- Stay warm or die. That's what it comes down to at the extremes. More people die in the wilderness of exposure than from any other cause. Staying warm, of course, also means more comfort, and for backpackers, it can mean going even lighter, without more risk.Staying warm in the wilderness is about proper gear and good skills. Proper gear means clothing and equipment suited to the enviroment ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Adventure travel on horseback
- When you think of "adventure travel," what crosses your mind? Hiking? White water rafting? Scuba diving? Something as sedentary as a cruise ship or land rover safari? Those ideas lose their "adventure" status when you compare them to galloping on a horse in Africa with a zebra and wildebeest racing along side you, or quietly o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What do cowboys-n-campfires have in common?
- I bet you're wondering where the heck this articles going. After all what could cowboys-n-campfires have in common? Well lots actually!Cowboys are full of wonderful tales from their travels and their work. Campfires are a wonderful place to listen to tales whether from a cowboy or shared among a group of friends over an ice cold beer and a star filled sky.There's another commonality....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Rafting on the rogue river in oregon
- Oregon's Rogue River is one of the nation's most beautiful. The Rogue River begins in Crater Lake and extends 215 miles until it empties in the Pacific Ocean. There are two major sections of the Rogue River: The Wild and the Recreational. Many river recreation outfitters offer tours through both.The recreational area is more of a family-oriented affair, with a number of activities from sunb...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - River rafting on the salmon river
- The beautiful Salmon River stretches through over 400 miles of Idaho. The legendary explorers Lewis and Clark traveled part of the Salmon River but thought it was too rough to navigate. For a short time The river was also known as Lewis's River. Another name for this wild, untamable body of water is the River Of No Return.The Salmon River has two major parts, the Middle Fork and the Main Sa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - River rafting in the grand canyon
- Rafting through the Grand Canyon is the experience of a lifetime. Viewing the canyon from along the rim is a stunning experience on its own, but it pales in comparison to the adventure of riding the river through it. Several river recreation outfitters offer guided rafting tours through the Grand Canyon.The Grand Canyon was formed over several million years. An ancestral version of what is ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - River rafting in california
- River rafting is a major attraction in California. The most popular California river rafting destination is the mighty American River. The American River begins in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and runs to the Sacramento River. The American River splits into three forks before it converges. The North Fork, the Middle Fork, and the South Fork each offer rafters unique adventures.The North Fork...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - River rafting in colorado
- The sport of river rafting was practically invented in Colorado. In the late 1960s Bill Dvorak came up with many safety standards for equipment and many guidelines for proper rafting technique. His Dvorak Expeditions company was the first licensed river recreation outfitter in the country. In the decades since, river rafting has become a hugely popular pastime in Colorado and around the world. Col...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - River rafting in washington state
- The great state of Washington offers some of the best white-water rafting in the entire country. There are around 15 rivers in Washington state that are great for river rafting. Some of the most famous are the Klickitat, the Yakima, and the Skagit rivers. Each offers a unique Washington river rafting experience.There are several river recreation outfitters in Washington that specialize in r...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A review of popular river rafting trips and services
- Organized river rafting trips are a good idea for novices and experts alike. River rafting tours provide all of the equipment, guidance, and instruction necessary. If the trip covers several days, the rafting company may provide camping accommodations as well. Trips are available for rafters of all skill levels, from beginners rafting for the first time, to skilled experts looking for the toughest...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - River rafting: an overview
- White-water rafting can be one of the most exhilarating experiences of a lifetime. River rafters see breathtaking scenery, get great exercise, and experience terrific adventure. There are great places to go river rafting all over the world, but many of the best rivers for white-water rafting are here in the United States.It's a good idea to contact a licensed river rafting agency to plan a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A review of inflatable boat manufacturers
- There are many manufacturers of inflatable boats on the market today. Included below is an overview of each of the key manufacturers.Zodiac Inflatable Boats: Zodiac Inflatable Boats can be set up in no time, stored in a closet at home, transported in the trunk of the user's car, or kept in a locker on board. Zodiac Inflatable Boats are for safe, economical, hassle free boating. Their models...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Should you buy a used inflatable boat?
- There are two types of used inflatable boats for sale ? those that have never been patched before, and those that have been repaired. Repaired boats are worked upon by factory technicians using the same glue and same techniques used for a new boat, and hence are as good as new ones. All the boats are tested for 24 hours before being advertised for sale.Used inflatable boats are mostly sold ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to repair an inflatable boat
- The owner can attempt small inflatable boat repair if factory-gluing instructions are followed closely. Rips and holes larger than one inch in the air chambers, or those within two inches of a seam, should be repaired with internal and external patches by a professional repair technician at a certified repair facility. A quick patch repair by the user may solve the problem for a short period of ti...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Inflatable boat trailers
- An inflatable boat trailer is needed if the user has a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB), since those boats have only a deflatable collar surrounding a solid hull. RIB's are regular boats in many ways. A true inflatable boat does not need a trailer but in some cases the user may want one.Larger inflatable boats can take some time to inflate and be assembled completely. If the user has an inflatab...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The benefits of inflatable fishing boats
- Inflatable fishing boats are great yacht tenders/camping boats that are light enough to be carried in a backpack. Some 8-foot inflatable fishing boats are good for two and gear, and are large enough to float in moderate whitewater rivers. They can also be used as a large yacht tender. Inflatable fishing boats that are 9-foot long can carry enough gear for a long outdoor journey, and make a great f...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Rigid inflatable boats
- A rigid inflatable boat is defined as a hard-hulled boat with air inflatable collars. RIB hulls are made of fiberglass, aluminum or composite materials. The soft bumpers or fenders, called ""sponsons,"" can be air tubes, or all foam systems. These boats are powered by a variety of motors and usually come from the manufacturer as a package ? boat with tube, motor and trailer.Rigid inflatable...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Inflatable pontoon boats
- Bryce Whitmore designed the modern whitewater inflatable pontoon boat, and in fact designed several models. The one that has been produced the most is a three-tube model of unparalleled maneuverability and load bearing capacity. This boat which is fourteen feet overall, can carry 6 passengers, their baggage, and a guide.Not all Pontoon boats are 14 feet long. Some are 8 or 9 feet long as we...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Inflatable boats: an overview
- Inflatable boats are made from flexible material, usually rubber, canvas, or neoprene, and hold air at high volume but low pressure. They need to be fitted with a frame to which an oarlock mount is firmly attached. Such frames are either made of metal or wood, or a combination of the two.Inflatable boats with motors are high speed, maneuverable, stable and can be easily launched from a ship...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Sleeping pads for ultralight backpackers
- Ultralight backpackers want to give up weight, not comfort. Sleeping pads are pretty much a necessity for backpacking comfort, but who wants to carry those monstrous old inflatables down the trail? Try some of these lightweight options instead.You can make four-ounce sleeping pads - then sometimes carry two of them. Start with the plain blue closed-cell foam pads available from any backpack...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Santa cruz church ? the portuguese legacy in bangkok
- Santa Cruz Church, the church of the holy cross, was first built the reign of King Taksin, a legacy of Thai-Portuguese relations that date back to the 16th century.Nestled among old houses on the river banks and newer buildings inland, the reddish dome of the old Catholic church is a prominent landmark on the Chao Phraya.Descendants of the early Portuguese traders built the first San...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - My five-ounce sleeping bag
- Okay, it wasn't quite a sleeping bag. However, it was only five ounces, and it kept me warm as the temperature dropped to the low forties on the bank of the Manistee River in Michigan. The secret was the fifteen minutes we spent gathering dead, dry bracken ferns to build a two-foot thick mattress. We set the tent on that. Then, with all my clothes on, I was fine.In fact, I've rarely slept a...