When you are packing your backpack for a camping trip, you have to be efficient. There is no sense in packing things in a way that limits the amount of space you have to use or increases the weight of the pack for no particular reason. It's also important to pack things in a way so that the things that you will need more frequently or earlier in the trip are more easily accessible.
You may not agree, but I start with the outside. For me, starting with the things I need on the outside makes it easier to keep the
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Lanzarote: Winter Water Paradise
by Mackenzie M. January 3rd, 2012 | Water Sports
No matter where you are in the United States during the month of January, temperatures are cooler than normal, and water sports are far from their peak. After doing a little bit of research, I stumbled upon one of the top locations for water sports in the world during the winter months, and it just happens to be in the Canary Islands.
The island of Lanzarote is the eastern most of the Canary Islands, located in the warm waters of the eastern Atlantic Ocean, about 100 miles off the coast of Morocco. With the water temperature never dipping below 66
The island of Lanzarote is the eastern most of the Canary Islands, located in the warm waters of the eastern Atlantic Ocean, about 100 miles off the coast of Morocco. With the water temperature never dipping below 66
Searching for the Perfect Winter Jacket
by Jessica B. December 30th, 2011 | Outdoors Products
In Sweden they have a saying, “There is no bad weather, only bad clothing.” During the winter, I often find myself muttering, "oh really, I think this counts as pretty bad weather," but I also have a closet full of some pretty amazing winter clothing, so I never get too uncomfortable.
The thing about living in Sweden is you need a jacket for just about every occasion, and it is pretty hard to find a good one that meets all of your needs. But if you love the outdoors, it can be well worth the investment, in both time and
The thing about living in Sweden is you need a jacket for just about every occasion, and it is pretty hard to find a good one that meets all of your needs. But if you love the outdoors, it can be well worth the investment, in both time and
Indoor Water Sports for Winter
by Mackenzie M. December 6th, 2011 | Water Sports
Just because the cold and snow is being unleashed on the northern United States, it does not mean that it is impossible to participate in your favorite water sports. All around the country, especially in the larger cities of the eastern seaboard, there are many locations where you can enjoy your favorite water sports indoors, even during the terribly cold months of the year. Below I have listed some suggestions of where to enjoy swimming, water polo, and even surfing indoors this winter.
Swimming. Many large cities in recent years have constructed recreational facilities that make it possible to enjoy
Swimming. Many large cities in recent years have constructed recreational facilities that make it possible to enjoy
Water Sport Safety Tips
by Mackenzie M. October 21st, 2011 | Water Sports
Danger on the water is real. In fact, in 2007, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) relates that there were over 400 drowning deaths due to boating accidents.
Because of this, those who participate in water sports need to make safety a priority. And, although it is not peak water sport season, it is always important to keep safety in mind. That way, when the time comes to get back out on the water, you will be well informed of the most up-to-date and important safety tips. Here is a brief list of the most important things to keep in
Because of this, those who participate in water sports need to make safety a priority. And, although it is not peak water sport season, it is always important to keep safety in mind. That way, when the time comes to get back out on the water, you will be well informed of the most up-to-date and important safety tips. Here is a brief list of the most important things to keep in
