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On my recent hike at the Kinzua Bridge, near Mt Jewett, Pa., I wore good quality hiking shoes and for the first time a pair of Yuedge Anti-Blister crew socks. As I told you all in my story the steep incline hurt my toes terribly and I had expected to have bruised toes at the end of my hike. At...

Recently I did a walk down the steep mountain grade to the area underneath the historic Kinzua Bridge, near Mt. Jewett, Pa. For several years I have wanted to take the trail down to the Kinzua creek and walk up the other side to see the twisted pieces of iron work, remains of the famous...

I have been seriously thinking about getting a kayak this summer to explore the quiet inlets and streams that feed our larger rivers and lakes, and dams. The biggest question I get is if you fall out by rolling the kayak over or by accident how are you going to get back in the boat by yourself...

This story is not about camping but I just watched it and thought to myself "WOW", I have got to share this story. Just hearing it told by a man who lived to tell about it sends a shiver down your spine. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Comment down below.

I like tips that provide comfort and convenience in terms of things that help provide a quick answer to many of the ordinary problems that happen in the course of an outing on the trail while backpacking or at the campsite when all you want is a roaring fire and a good meal. Hope you find this...

So often all the food we take when hiking or camping is a packaged meal or bar from the local grocery store. But homemade is so much better as then you at least know what ingredients are in the food your eating. This is a favorite recipe that is sure to please everyone as it allows you to choose...

I am always happy to be able to watch someone else go on that adventure they have dreamed about doing or planned out for a long time. I am going to add different video's to this thread so those of us at home can share the adventures and learn how others took to the waters or land to embrace the...

Using tinfoil in cooking foods can be practical, as well as, safe time and end up with tasty meals and yummy desserts that your whole family will enjoy. I like making Hobo meals of mixed veggies & meat, but there are lots more creative choices and tinfoil is the most important tool to use in...

In the old days or on western movies on TV, there was always someone using a dutch oven to make biscuits or cornbread, stew or chili. A dutch oven makes camping extra fun and provides more types of foods then just the regular flair. If buying a dutch oven for use in camping make sure you get a...

I was wondering if there are any vegan campers or hikers on site that would like to have or share a few recipes that they love using on the trail. I am a cross between vegan and regular foodie as I have not given up meat completely, but I do enjoy lots of vegan natural creations. Seems it might...

Many of us have put up articles and opinions about what we believe to be are the biggest threats when camping or hiking on trails in the forest. But are we scaring ourselves and stressing over the little dangers and forgetting the major threats? This video tells about the dangers from a...

We all know their out there just waiting for the chance to bite or swarm around your head and eyes, till you about to go crazy. We know about many of the repellents and things to do after a hike to prevent illness, but it is always great to hear from someone who hikes a lot and how he protects...

Each of these video's that document the travels of these young men give us a glimpse of the wonderful forests and mountains, rivers and meadows, and barren lands that make up the national parks within the United States. I sat and watched each video in awe of the landscapes and evening skies...

Another adventure by these brave young men who travel the world seeking adventure and thrills while backpacking and hiking the many trails and parks around the globe. This trip involves Yellowstone National Park, it's beautiful scenery and plant life and wildlife. Please add your own thoughts...

This trip has been taken by one if not more of our babbling campers many times and so I am putting this video up so he and others can share their thoughts and adventures with us. These young men who took this trip give you the feeling of being a part of their trip as in sharing jokes and...

Just watched a group of young men who hiked a trail not far from where I live. It is one of many trails in the Allegheny National forest and these men do a great job of showing off the woodland landscape and their wilderness skills. Hope you enjoy watching it. Looking forward to comments...

Has the recent violence of shootings and all out brawls made you a bit worried about going off on a camping trip or visiting a national park or museum or events? While in our area these things are not a concern as yet, but it still makes one think about the what-ifs and how to keep your family...

This is one of those don't try this yourself stories. The man in the video raised this bear from a cub and thus formed a rare and wonderful bond with him. He tells the story simply the way it happened, but also gives valuable information about the ways of grizzlies showing it by charts and...

When traffic gets to heavy mama bear gets smart to protect her cubs.