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Multitool knifes for camping

  • Multitool Knifes
  • December 30, 2010
Multitoolshave enjoyed a revival in recent years, thanks in part to newer options. These new varieties often have for the "main blade" a...
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Cooking secrets of the Appalachian Trail

One of the greatest things about hiking any trail but especially the Appalachian Trail is the memories you gain from eating food that has been...
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  • Backpacker
  • December 10, 2010
Have you ever heard of a program called big city mountaineers? Well if you haven’t; consider this the crash course. Big City Mountaineers is...
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Examiner.com's top recreation stories of 2010

Identifying the top recreation stories of the year requires going beyond the headlines. Topics like cycling, mountain climbing and camping often...
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Hobo dinners

  • Hobo Dinners
  • December 9, 2010
The classic outdoor, toss in some foil, super camping treat. A meal that is king of kings and queen of queens. A vagabond dinner never tasted so...
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Top outdoor Christmas gift ideas: One for every budget

Sea to Summit X-Series by REI - starting under $10 piece/ $30 setOne of the toughest things to pack are dishes. Thanks to our friends at REI, that...
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ATC announces 31st maintaining club of the Appalachian Trail

According to the Appalachian Trail Conference (ATC), the ATC is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to the preservation and management of the...
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Review on the regular Thermarest NeoAir hikers mattress

Weighing just thirteen ounces the Thermarest NeoAir mattress pad regular length is a self inflatable highly comfortable extreme light weight...
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Oprah in Yosemite: Valuable lessons in first-time camping

  • Oprah in Yosemite
  • November 3, 2010
Oprah Winfrey is a real trooper.Camping in Yosemite National Park in a trailer purchased at an REI in Fresno, California, she undoubtedly knew that...
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Outdoor Adventure 101: The Ten Essentials

Every time you leave the pavement there are ten essential items you should always have. If you are camping, hiking, geocaching, kayaking or any...
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