Archive for May, 2008

May 25th, 2008

Why and How to Hunt the Backcountry

Bending down to lift my pack, I could definitely feel the wear and tear of seven straight days in the wilderness.
Sore muscles, blistered feet and a sticky coating of sweat seemed to cover every inch of my body.
We were here by choice, though.
After years of hunting accessible lands that posed no difficulty for the average [...]

May 25th, 2008

Packing Effectively for Spring Turkey Hunts

Many of us spend March practicing our turkey calls and scouting. We also pattern our guns, check our camo, but still manage to hit the woods unprepared.
That’s because spring is a volatile time in the weather world.
How many times have you left the truck with the stars shining overhead only to have a downpour or [...]

May 25th, 2008

Consider Several Spot ‘n’ Stalk Tactics for Elk

Perched high in our vantage point, we tried to hide from the falling rain and occasional lightning strikes that had quickly moved in and overtaken us without notice.
Hunting in the popular Blue Mountains of Oregon meant lots of elk and an equal number of hunters.
Many of our attempts to lure a bull into archery range [...]

May 25th, 2008

Why You Should Plan Your Next Hiking Adventure in Advance

Are you interested in taking a hiking adventure? Whether you want your next hiking adventure to only last a few hours or last as long as a few days, you may want to start thinking about planning your next hiking adventure in advance.
Although it is nice to hear that you should plan [...]

May 24th, 2008

Surfing And Camping In California

Experience surfing and camping in California. Here are some places to go.
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May 24th, 2008

Tips for Backpackers and Travellers to Avoid Ticks and Lyme Disease

Would you know how to remove a tick? Did you know that the old wives’ tales for removing them should be avoided? Read on and this article will explain exactly what to do when in this position.
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May 24th, 2008

Wide Angle Binoculars - Quality over Quantity

An important aspect of choosing the right pair of binoculars is maximizing its field of view. The field of view is a measurement of the width of the surroundings that is visible through your binoculars, often given as the number of feet that will be visible from a thousand yards. This is calculated by multiplying [...]

May 24th, 2008

Bharatpur - Indian Birds Paradise

I was mesmerized to see the vast variety of avian life congregated at a single place i.e. Keoladeo Ghana National Park(KGNP). I let my camera work and concentrated on a lone endangered Black-necked stork which was hunting in shallow waters near the road along with a group of magnificent spoon-bills. These two species are clear [...]

May 24th, 2008

Sailing, Swimming And Snorkeling On A Budget

Who doesn’t want to go on a tropical island vacation? It’s the stuff fantasies are made of. Achieving it in real life can be tough, but if you know the ins and outs of traveling on a budget, it’s not as hard as you might think!
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May 24th, 2008

Hut’s of New Zealand - The Hiker’s Hidden Gem

Find hiking paradise in New Zealand. It is a brilliant destination for hikers and backpackers. The hut system throughout the country is simply amazing. The huts are comfortable, cheap, often empty and located amongst some of the best scenery around. This article gives an overview of the hut system and show you how it [...]