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Easy Adventure: Paddling And Pedaling Cape Cod
Posted on July 18, 2012 | 3 CommentsThink you’ve been everywhere and tried everything on Cape Cod? Probably not . . .
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Expert Advice On Selecting The Right Kayak Paddle For You And Your Boat
Posted on May 1, 2012 | 5 CommentsYour paddle is your engine. With the right paddle, you will use less energy on the water, travel farther and faster with less fatigue.
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Gear Roundup: Solo Tents For Backcountry Backpacking
Posted on May 15, 2011 | 8 CommentsSolo tents open whole new worlds for backcountry backpackers; but which of the new tents is the right one for YOU?
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Spring/Summer/Fall For Whitewater Rafting
Posted on April 23, 2011 | No CommentsWhitewater rafting is pure sensory overload, a wild rollercoaster ride with smiles guaranteed.
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Tick . . . Tick . . .Tick: Keeping Ticks Away
Posted on May 21, 2010 | 2 CommentsThese simple steps can help you avoid tick bites and tick borne diseases.
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Learning to Mountain Bike: Finding Flow at Kingdom Trails
Posted on June 15, 2013 | No CommentsAfter mountain biking last weekend at the Kingdom Trails in East Burke, Vermont, I finally "got" what the fuss is all about. Is this the perfect place to learn to mountain bike? -
Running On Snowshoes: Just the Thing for a Workout with Float in Deep (or Moderate) Snow
Posted on February 11, 2013 | No CommentsRunning on Kahtoola RNR snowshoes makes for an exhilarating first-time aerobic workout and new reason to love the snow. -
The Mayor Of Gunstock Nordic: Introducing An Enthusiastic 4-Year-Old To Cross-Country Skiing
Posted on February 6, 2013 | No CommentsDespite Max’s apparent lack of a speed governor, his instructor, Neal, (somehow) managed to significantly improve his skiing performance. -
Wilderness First Aid: Are You Prepared For Trouble?
Posted on January 29, 2013 | No CommentsYour best immediate response in a wilderness medical emergency emergency is usually to “STOP” (Slow down, Think, Observe, Plan), and use the resources you have at hand to make things better. -
It’s Never Too Late to Skate: Lessons and Tips from a Women’s Nordic Ski Day
Posted on January 18, 2013 | No CommentsIn search of the elusive g-l-i-d-e on Nordic skis with 100 other women at Trapp Family Lodge. -
Staying Safe On The Edge Of Winter . . . Lessons From Two More Deaths On Mount Washington
Posted on November 25, 2012 | No Comments“Almost Winter” conditions, whether in the late fall or spring, can lull you into a false sense of security. -
Cold Water Paddling Safety, Gear And Know-How For Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Fun All Year
Posted on September 27, 2012 | No CommentsFrom October through May (at least), paddling in the northeast means dealing with cold water. Here are some tips for safety. -
Active Families: The Mayor Of The Androscoggin River: Whitewater Rafting With 3-Year-Old Max And The Whole Family
Posted on August 5, 2012 | No CommentsWe needed something special to make this multi-generational adventure happen, and when we found North Woods Rafting, we knew we'd stuck gold. -
Egg Beaters: The Incredible Edible Backpacking Breakfast Solution
Posted on July 30, 2012 | No CommentsEggBeaters are billed as a healthy alternative to eggs...but we've found that they're great for backpacking (and, with little effort, we can make them surprisingly UNhealthy and very tasty!).
