The third time is usually a charm.  So this third attempt to reach that jewel at the end of the trail just had to pan out.  The Sweeney Peak Trail in the Montana Bitterroot Range heads for the sky high above Florence, Montana along the ridges below Sweeney Peak   The lake – that sparkling blue […]

Have you ever gone solo backpacking? If you have, you’ll probably agree that it isn’t a matter of it being better or worse than backpacking with friends. It’s just a different activity altogether. When you go backpacking with others, it’s a social event. You enjoy the scenery, feel good hiking the trails, and you get […]

White water rafting is simply a blast and a great way to get away from the clutter of life. Alas, your rafting experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a white water rafting journal. White Water Rafting Journals Take a minute to give some consideration to your most […]

Are you interested in going on a fun filled hiking adventure?  If you are, you are definitely not alone. In the United States, a large number of individuals enjoy hiking, often whenever they get the chance to do so. Although there is a good chance that you may have gone hiking before, there is also […]

Are you interested in going on a hiking trip?  Whether you want your hiking trip to last one day or last as long as one week, you will need to bring along multiple pieces of hiking gear and other hiking supplies.  If this is your first time buying gear and other supplies to take with […]

The Oregon Trail holds a unique place in the history of the United States. Thousands of pioneers used the trail to populate the middle and western parts of the country in the 19th century. Oregon Trail In the eighteen hundreds, the east coast of the United States had become overcrowded and expensive. For relief, people […]

Kill hornets and wasps by using the very best wasp killer. Even if you’ve chosen the very best the right wasp killer you must effectively identify the insect. If you are unsure you should get a good quality hornet and wasp killer! However never confuse wasps with bees. The humble bumble bee is very important […]

Traditionally a symbol of liberty, the American flag has carried the message of freedom to many parts of the world. Here in the United States, the flag is displayed daily in or near government buildings and schools and in many public areas. It is customary to fly the flag on Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence […]

Are you, your family, your friends, or your romantic partner planning to take a hiking adventure soon?  As you likely already know, hiking can be fun and exciting, but it can be dangerous at the same time.  Of course, there are a number of different steps that you can take to protect yourself on your […]

Most people, while hiking or walking, don’t even think about the possibility of getting lost. Unfortunately this can lead to trouble. You are usually safe as long as you stick to established trails. But too often, complacency can get you into trouble. You decide to take a shortcut across the trail switchbacks. You wander just […]