Reading Time: 3 minutes Kayaking has so many different options depending on what you’re interested in. It can be a peaceful way to spend time in nature, a fun way to have adventures with kids…or if you want to test your skill, you can go kayak fishing! Here are kayak fishing basics to get […]
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Whenever you go kayaking, you need to be prepared for the weather and water conditions. If you don’t have the right gear, the consequences could be serious. Here’s what you need to know about kayaking in warm weather vs. cold weather. Kayaking in Warm Weather: The Risks and Benefits Many
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Reading Time: 3 minutes The Presidential Traverse in New Hampshire’s White Mountains is widely regarded as one of the most challenging hikes on the East Coast, and even in the entire US. The Traverse spans more than 21 miles with over 9,500’ of elevation gain on mostly rocky terrain, ascending and descending 10 separate
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Reading Time: 2 minutes You can virtually climb Mt. Everest and eat Twinkies at the summit! What is a virtual Everest climb? Covid-19, social distancing, and heat advisories are good reasons to consider adding indoor stair climbing to your fitness routine. Climbing a flight of stairs is healthy, builds global camaraderie, and supports a
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Beginner kayaking basics include 8 things to consider that will help make your outing safe, fun, and something that you want to do again! Here are 8 Beginner Kayaking Basics to get you started 1. Find a Kayaking Buddy Kayaking can certainly be a solo activity, but it’s safer with
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Reading Time: 3 minutes A cooler than normal June evening, a backyard fire pit, a mostly clear sky, and a John Denver playlist streaming in the background. The entertainment on nights like this is projected naturally on the surrounding landscape. Maybe this is what people did before tv? Backyard fire pit preparation It all
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Reading Time: 2 minutes 4 tips to hike with your pup Our four-legged friends are loyal, active, and fun to be around. Dogs can make for great hiking companions. Pups enjoy the outdoors, being with their people, and can provide an added feeling of security for hikers. Here are four tips for hiking successfully
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Today is traditionally the day when many across the globe arise early to attend an Easter Sunday service. Folks would typically travel to a place of worship, often dressed in bright colors, and gather together to celebrate the hope that Easter brings. This year will be different; the Covid19 virus
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Reading Time: 5 minutes Yosemite National Park is full of must-see locations, and one secret spot that we will remember forever. “The experiences that mean the most to me do not need to be the furthest, fastest, or steepest. They can happen anytime, anywhere. They need only take me by surprise, lift me out
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Reading Time: 4 minutes In November 2016 I ran the Marathon of Afghanistan in support of Afghan women and girls running for freedom and equality. In the race, I ran with Kubra, who four months earlier had to stop her training due to the death of her friend in a terrorist bombing. We completed
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