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Scientists have already identified the yellow fever mosquito (Aedes aegypti) as a major spreader in the Americas of Zika and its risk of birth defects and possible paralysis. But Ae.aegypti may not be the only culprit. Recent evidence raises concerns that a relative, the Asian tiger mosquito...

The Zika Virus is spread by the bite of an affected mosquito. The area of the country in which you live will determine how high of a risk you might be facing according to the World Health organization and Centers for Disease Control. This is measures by levels of risk as in: Although a map from...

Are you familiar with the effects of poison ivy, poison oak, and other plants? A bad rash is the common result, but the hogweed plant will do much worse. The sap of this plant can produce blisters on the skin and can even cause blindness. No one is immune from the effects of this plant. One...

I liked the idea of the fence as in winter it would block some of the wind. I always thought that big rocks with a space in the middle would make a good bug out shelter but this idea is good if you have a isolated location.

A lot of my friend have pop-up campers as they prefer sleeping up off the ground and yet like that camping tent feeling. Plus, of course are the added cooking space and in some an eating area. They like the ease of hauling and having a clear view behind them on the road. Set up is pretty...

Each of us whenever we head for the woods or the trails need to make a choice on what equipment we will bring and what is best to leave at home. One of the most important choices is the clothing we wear and the shoes on our feet. There can be many reasons why one might pick boots over trail...

Killeroy154, Glad to see your on the trail and hopefully we will meet at some future point. Yes, I got to Grandfather mountain last year and found it quite high and scary. I am now on the Northwest Country Trail heading west and then south. But for the moment I am still in Pennsylvania awaiting...

Chocolate Protein Bars Ingredients 1 cup Oat Flour 4 Egg Whites 2 scoops Vanilla Whey Protein Powder ½ cup Splenda, Truvia, or Ideal ½ tsp Baking Soda ¼ tsp Salt 8oz Berry flavored Baby Food 3 tbsp Baking Cocoa 4oz Water Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix dry ingredients (oat...

Another No-Bake Protein Bar: INGREDIENTS: 4 1/2 cups ( 400g ) uncooked oatmeal (quick oats) 1 1/3 cups ( 340g ) peanut butter 1 cup ( 250ml ) coconut cream or milk 5 scoops ( 150g ) whey vanilla protein powder This recipe is for no-bake protein bars but they will need at least a few hours of...

Servings: 8 Prep: 10-15 minutes (plus 30 minutes in fridge) 2 cups oats (toasted, if desired) 1 cup 100% whey protein (unflavored) 1/4 cup chocolate 1/3 cup black walnuts (or other nuts) 1/3 cup dried cranberries (or other berries/fruit) 1/4 cup extra virgin coconut oil 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/4...

Winter Overnight at Her Camp

Built by a woman this idea of a round-a-bout shelter would be a good idea in any outdoor survival experience. But for her it is a bug out location. So watch it and leave your comments and thoughts on subject below.

This idea was a bit strange although, when explained made sense. Would be something worth sharing with your scout troops, @ Dancer.

@Dancer, This might be your best option. lol

The weather has been fairly good and I am making good time in my traveling. spring has sprung and so I am on the look out for some wild edibles as well as watching out for bears. The trail has evened out a bit and I found a nice place to camp that offers some shelter from the wind. I hear by my...

While we all love sausage with our breakfast it is not always easy to have on the trail. However, this recipe would work well for any meal, as well as, for a snack food. It is also a great substitute for a vegetarian diet. Well watch and try it if interested and post your comments below.

If you have the time and energy and of course want to save a bit of money try dehydrating vegetables and meat for your camping or hiking needs. Dehydrated foods weight less and are less likely to attract wildlife searching for a free food source. This video shows clearly how to put together your...

How soon are you going camping? The weather is warming up down here this week. I am planning a short hiking trip along the Clarion River before the snakes are out in full force. Hopefully April, will be just the right temp. without any snow. So what's your plans?

In this video BetweentheBlazes, shares what he has in his pack and how he packs it. He includes a short insert on the foods he made for his winter camping & hiking trip. He also shares lots of humor and downright interesting knowledge. Please share your thoughts and comments below.