Archive : stuff to remember

Perhaps most of you are more afraid about animal attacks by larger animals; it is actually insects that are to be feared more. Bees, wasps, and hornet stings are more responsible for fatalities than snakes, spiders, and scorpions combined. In this section, we will give guidelines on what to do if you are allergic to Bee Stings, how to avoid Bee Stings, and what to do if you get stung. Some people are [...]

It is true that, when you’re on vacation, the last thing you want to worry about is hotel security. But returning from a day of exploring to find that your hotel room has been ransacked is a surefire way to put a damper on an otherwise decent trip. Long before you actually book your hotel, start by doing your homework. Take a careful look at the security situation in the country and/or city you’ll [...]

Why learn about medicinal plants? Certainly, backpackers shouldn’t leave the first aid kit home, but it can be useful and interesting to know a few plant medicines too. Whether you are someday in a survival situation, or you just lost your first aid kit and have a terrible headache, wouldn’t it be nice to find relief nearby? You can. There are many effective medicinal plants. Some are also [...]

We must know that people have fought many years of their lives to preserve the rich heritage of the outdoors and nature we now enjoy. That dedication and effort have been rewarded by fantastic hiking opportunities in our local, state, and national parks systems. In honor of their efforts, let’s break out of our winter hibernation and venture into the crisp, clean outdoor air and hit some of those [...]

Basically, backcountry activities such as hiking, orienteering, hunting, climbing, geocaching, fishing, four-wheeling and camping are all loads of fun – until you get lost. That’s why you should know how to navigate. But navigation doesn’t start when you find yourself hopelessly lost. Navigation begins BEFORE your adventure begins so that you don’t place yourself in harm’s way. Let’s [...]