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21st Century Treasure Hunting
Playing hide and seek may be for children, but a new high-tech version of this timeless game is entertaining for people of all ages. Geocaching is a 21st Century treasure hunt using satellites and waypoints instead of hand drawn maps and an ‘X' that marks ... -
Camping with Kids
I was six years old and the rain fell hard. The river flooded and our tent held more water in than out. Some non-essential gear floated away but all the kids, luckily, remained. This was not the family trip my parents planned but it was certainly one we’d ... -
Kayaking Florida's Waterways
Long before car keys ever jingled in my pocket, small boats gave me the freedom to roam and explore Florida's waterways. There, along the mangrove-covered channels, I found peace and purpose as I discovered yet another part of ... -
Hit the (Rail) Trail
Inspired by the growing trend of Eco-tourism and the desire to escape concrete while disconnecting from the modern world, outdoor enthusiasts have banded together to convert unused railroad lands into a natural playground. Spending a day on a Rail Trail ... -
Hold on Tight
Looking for something fun to do? How about soaring among the treetops with nothing but a nylon harness and a couple of metal clips separating you from sudden death? Ziplining has become a popular activity at outdoor adventure parks all over the country. ... -
Golf for the Everyman
Riding around in a golf cart with your boss, his attorney, and some random acquaintance that won’t stop coaching you on your swing, is probably not your thing. Lucky for you, there's a much cooler way to play 18 holes; it's called disc golf. Disc ... -
A Walk in the Swamp
A twelve-foot alligator as big around as a beer keg lolled on the bank of the canal. Dark water eddied past. The alligator's open mouth reminded me of the hood of an injured car. Except scarier, and with teeth. "There's another one," I said. My ... -
Lets Go Snowshoeing
Temperatures are dropping, snow is falling and winter is almost officially here. If you think that your hiking days are over for the season, think again. There is a winter wonderland of white powder just awaiting exploration. An inexpensive ... -
Slip Into an Ocean Kayak
4,000 years ago, someone had a great idea. Tie some driftwood together, wrap a seal skin around it and call it a "qajaq." The "hunter's boat" offered a bridge from the desolate, resource-poor and frozen land into the bountiful bays and sea. The long, skinny ... -
Let's Go Glamping
Adventurous travelers that enjoy the great outdoors yet lack a fondness for bugs, leaking tents and smelly sleeping bags may find glamorous camping, also known as glamping, the answer to their fears. Although a relatively new alternative to traditional ... -
Hiking for Urbanites
If you work in an office then you know how hard it can be to make time to get up off of your...chair. By the time the weekend rolls around you realize that you have spent the majority of your week inside an air-conditioned room and in front of a computer ... -
Gettin’ It On Off-Road
By definition, South Florida "mountain bikers" should not exist. With a highest altitude of 345' above sea level, on a calm day, Florida ranks as the nation's flattest state. Mountains are nowhere near the great peninsula, but if mountain biking is in the ... -
Hitting the Trail After Dark
Hiking during the day can be fun, but hiking at night under a full moon can be a thrill. As summer temperatures heat up the desire to hit the trail often dwindles. Although moonlight hikes can be enjoyable during spring and fall, they are most popular during ... -
Knee Deep in Adventure
Not long ago and not far away, a unique and magical corner of our globe thrived, untouched. Life-giving water flowed slowly through the grass, hosting countless species of plants and animals. Locals called it "grassy waters" and we call it the Everglades. ...
