Vasque Talus UltraDry Boots
Super-lightweight hiking shoes with lots of mesh construction may be convenient to pack along on a trip; however, that convenience ends when you're faced with rain or other hiking water hazards. Say goodbye to soaked...
Asheville outfitters can equip families with everything they need to be active outdoors
Diamond Brand’s Sarah Merrell suggests families take a day pack and hydration pack on their adventures. The Camelbak Scout hydration pack is shown in blue, and the Deuter Junior Pack is seen, at right, in red. Carleigh White models with the packs and other gear available at the Arden store.
Finally! Seattle called a ‘fashionable city’
Well, this is nice for a change. Seattle is usually criticized because of its reputation for wearing flannel and waterproof shoes. But a new study released by data-analysis company Bundle puts Seattle at No. 12 in the country when it comes to fashion sense, just behind San Diego, Boston and Washington D.C. Irvine, Calif., took first in the study, followed by New York and Los Angeles. The ranking ...
Backpackers gear down for long distance hikes - Sun, 13 May 2012 PST
Phil Hough and Deb Hunsicker have winnowed their long-distance hiking gear to a base weight (sans food and water) of 15-19 pounds, depending on how many luxuries they bring, such as MP3 player, GPS, camera, umbrella, cell phone, book or extra chocolate. Extra fleece and clothing and an ice ax for early and late-season hiking adds a couple of pounds to a load.
Summer in the Alps
Edward Bishop finds spectacular views, great hiking and cut-price accommodation in Switzerland.
Most Common Dangers at the Lake
Summer wouldn't be summer without a trip to the lake. Fishing, boating, swimming and cooking out by the water make for a fun-filled summer weekend and you can enjoy it all as long as you play it safe. In order to keep from spoiling your fun in the sun, there are a few potential hazards at the lake that you should avoid. Take a look at the following list and make sure you are prepared. Protect ...
On the road to Machu Picchu
The mountain gods are angry. Not five minutes after stepping out of a glacial pool - their glacial pool, a place we had been warned to avoid - the heavens have opened.
Gods' own country
Ben Groundwater encounters wrath and luxury on an alternative path to Machu Picchu.
Best bets for wildflowers this weekend in the Sacramento region
For the casual "flower peeper," it might appear that the wildflower season has come to an end - or never happened. They want to see vast carpets of flowers that include every color and species. But to the wildflower photographer, the season is still in full swing. The limited growth of flowers cut us back in quantity, but not variety.