Handheld GPS units are a great all-in-one tool — map, compass, and navigating record keeper — for day hikers and back country backpackers alike. With the wide selection of handheld GPS units…
Early April is maple syrup season in Wisconsin. There is not much that can compare to the delicious flavor of natural maple syrup. If you have access to a few maple trees, whether growing in your…
While cruising through a campground at a state park looking to photograph a bald eagle reported to be nesting in the area, I noticed how quiet it was as only a few campsites were occupied since the…
Most hunters, fishermen and other outdoorsmen will agree that while gear isn’t everything, it’s certainly important to have the right tools -- the right ammo, the right bow, the right lure, the right…
Outdoor cooking remains more popular than ever,revealing that grilling is becoming a year-round passion. Flavor (72%), lifestyle (52%), and entertainment (40%) were the top reasons for grilling…
The annual event known as spring break quickly brings scenes to mind that feature a beach and young adults kicking up their heels. Spring break also frees young children from school duties.
For…
Whether you fish, hunt, camp or hike, the great outdoors is a common denominator that tie us all together. A wonderful way to capture the moments that nature offers is through wildlife photography.…
Thinking about hiking the Appalachian Trail, the 2,180-mile path that stretches across 14 states, from Georgia to Maine? You're not alone. Every year, up to 3 million hikers attempt to navigate at…
The first day of spring has officially sprung for this year. For thousands of campers that take the winter camping season off, it's a reminder to open up camping gear bags and complete any…
I was one mile into the second 5-mile hike for the day, completing GPS and map work for a regional hiking guidebook I was writing. The trail lead to a abrupt, uphill climb, causing me to lean forward…
Dennis Jasper identified a need among children of single parents and children with disabilities. Thus began the Kids Need a Place to Start outdoor program in St. James, Mo., in 2008. Jasper has not…
If you've never camped before, you may be worried you'll be missing something important when you arrive at your camping destination. To be honest, it happens to all of us sooner or later. We unroll…
