The Grampians National Park is one of Victoria’s most celebrated natural sites. It’s home to 80% of the states rock art sites ...

This is my very first time solo winter camping in the snow! The temps dipped down below freezing! More of an experiment to ...

DNR highlights four groomed cross-country ski trail systems, three trails for snowshoeing in Northwoods state forest.

Ohio's ODNR hosted the Winter Hike Series at Clifton Gorge. The series highlighted local ecology and history, with staggered ...

In New York State's six million acre Adirondack Park, there truly is something for everyone to enjoy. With the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and ...

A Utah search and rescue team member and other outdoor experts suggest hikers be prepared in order to stay safe while hiking ...

Drew Zieff is a Tahoe-based freelance writer whose expertise ranges from snow sports in the winter to camping accessories in ...

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As Minnesotans know, winter offers a unique way to play, and the 2009-10 edition of the Minnesota State Parks Programs & Special Events catalog is now available to help families plan their ...

I climbed the 3.6-mile loop over Red Hill (2030 feet) in Center Harbor with Tamworth friends Pam and Bruce Andruskiewicz. It ...

Insulate: Warm slippers are better than socks and certainly better than bare feet. Again, thicker slippers that cover the entire foot have a better R value. And like your feet, your hands are ...

Two well-prepared hikers who recently endured a harrowing rescue on Mount Washington have spoken out about their ordeal, ...