A Retired, Single RV'er Travels
Loners on Wheels (LoW) is a group of single campers with membership throughout the United States and Canada. Many retired LoW members enjoy the friendship and support
that traveling with like minded seniors provide.
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A Review of Popular River Rafting Trips and Services
Organized river rafting trips are a good idea for novices and experts alike. River rafting tours provide all of the equipment, guidance, and instruction necessary. If the trip covers several days, the rafting company may provide camping accommodations as well.
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Inflatable Boat Trailers
An inflatable boat trailer is needed if the user has a Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB), since those boats have only a deflatable collar surrounding a solid hull. RIB's are regular boats in many ways. A true inflatable boat does not need a trailer but in some cases the user may want one.
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River Rafting: An Overview
White-water rafting can be one of the most exhilarating experiences of a lifetime. River rafters see breathtaking scenery, get great exercise, and experience terrific adventure. There are great places to go river rafting all over the world, but many of the best rivers for white-water rafting are here in the United States.
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Shark Attacks! How Common are They? Where do They Occur?
Where in the world are shark attacks most common (yikes!)? Where in the U.S. are shark attacks most common (think Mickey Mouse)? What are your chances of ever getting bitten by a shark? And what exactly should you do if a shark ever attacks? Learn all this - and what a surfboard bitten by a shark looks like - now!
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River Rafting in Washington State
The great state of Washington offers some of the best white-water rafting in the entire country. There are around 15 rivers in Washington state that are great for river rafting. Some of the most famous are the Klickitat, the Yakima, and the Skagit rivers.
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RV Camping at Casinos
Free RV camping is an idea that stimulates anybody who is on the move with their RV. Add Casino parking lots to your list, and you will enjoy this RV friendly, and under utilized resource.
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Ten African Safari Tips That You Must Know Before You Go
A little bit of pre-knowledge can go a long way on an African safari trip. Here are ten indispensable tips that will improve your own safari experience greatly.
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Ten Skills - A Backpacking List
If you want a safer and more enjoyable trip into the wilderness, learn a few skills first. This backpacking list will get you started.
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The Benefits of Inflatable Fishing Boats
Inflatable fishing boats are great yacht tenders/camping boats that are light enough to be carried in a backpack. Some 8-foot inflatable fishing boats are good for two and gear, and are large enough to float in moderate whitewater rivers.
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Mount Kenya – Up High at God's Mountain
How to save the forests of Mount Kenya has long engaged environmentalist Wangari Maathai-the 2004 Nobel Peace Prize winner. She was born on the lower slopes of the mountain and has in her lifetime witnessed the changes up at the mountain.
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My Five-Ounce Sleeping Bag
A Five-Ounce Sleeping Bag!? This is my invention for backpackers who want to really travel light.
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Penguin Parade
Phillip Island is a small island and nature reserve off the coast of South Australia, about 140 km from Melbourne. On the island you can see koalas, kangaroos and the main to attraction, the Pengui...
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RV Vacations: Ten Tips
If you have a hint of the RV itch, then here are 10 top reasons for taking an RV vacation.
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Tamil Nadu – A potpourri of culture and festivity
Tamil Nadu is a delightful anachronism. With a rich culture reaching back to the early dawn of history, the land of Temples is also a modern developing state. Tamil Nadu, Jewel of the South, is well known as a tourist destination in India. With a past brimming with superior cultural and artistic achievements, tourists flock to Tamil Nadu mainly for its historical heritage. But there's moreÂ…
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African Safari Gear Packing List - What To Take Along
A safari trip needs some specialised safari gear and this list highlights exactly what you need to pack to get the most out of your safari holiday.
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Alaska Sport Fishing Guide
Sport Fishing Guide to Alaska. What to fish and where, license requirements, getting there, weather, travel tips, accomodations.
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Alternatives to Pressurized Fuel
If there are so many safety issues with pressurized fuel, why use it? What are the alternatives?
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Amazing Trek Across TIbet!
Norm Goldman editor of bookpleasures and sketchandtravel interviews author Brandon Wilson who in 1992 treked across Tibet with his wife Cheryl.
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Backcountry Safety – An Essential 10-Point Checklist
Hikers, campers and other nature lovers can find themselves lost,
unprepared or badly hurt. Poor preparation, poor judgment and hubris
can be a dangerous combination that can lead to pure misery, injury or
even death. Be wise and commit to the safety rules established by the
experts.
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Bicycling Down The River
You don't have to audition for "Survivor," or pay big fees to have an adventure trip. Adventure can start near home.
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Bird Safaris: Timbavati's Most Desired Plumage
Normally when you think Safari you think Big 5. The spotlight or limelight is traditionally on lions, cheetah or elephants. But when do the birds get some of the attention?
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Bird Watching Journals – Preserve Your Bird Watching Experiences
Bird Watching is a great way to escape the rat race and be one with nature. Alas, your bird watching experiences can fade with time. The best way to prevent this is to keep a bird watching journal for your sightings and trips.
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Bird Watching Life Lists – Keeping A Record
If you're a birder, you want to keep a list of sightings when you bird watch. Your life lists should be kept in a bird watching journal.
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Cycling in Europe: There's More to the Tour de France than Lance
With Lance Armstrong gunning for his 7th Tour de France victory the eyes of sports and cycling lovers everywhere turn to Europe. The greatest cycling event in the world has a huge worldwide following. A small but growing part of this following is doing just that. They prepare themselves, get on a bicycle and follow the race. Their sense of accomplishment is an extremely fulfilling one.
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