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The 12 Best Backpacking Destinations in the World

International trips are often seen as luxurious and expensive, out of reach for most people except for once every few years. But this doesn’t have to be true! You can...

Potomac River Map

Also known as the nation’s river, the Potomac River is known for being the 21’s largest river in the United States and is also one of its most historic waterways....

Swimming in the Mississippi River

Seasoned swimmers love to challenge themselves by treading waters in colossal water bodies. Be it the sea or raging rivers; the daring aquaholics love to take the plunge into any...

Fun-Filled Turtle Watching In Puerto Rico

Have you ever gone to the beach for turtle watching? It’s such a fun, peaceful experience that can really teach you a thing or two about nature and its amazing...

Philadelphia Zoo Elephant Exhibit Closure

People have always been fascinated by elephants. When the Philadelphia zoo was first opened in 1874, people saw the first elephant tied to a tree and kept gazing at it...

Rock Climbing Spots Near Idaho Falls

Living in the region near the Yellowstone super-volcano provides for some great recreational climbing. Several areas feature basalt, granite, and limestone cliffs that suddenly jut above the valley floor. And...

Worst Places to Visit in Bellevue, WA, if You Dislike Walking

The nice thing about cities is you don't usually have to walk far to find everything you need. And if something is a bit far for you, there are convenient...

Gold panning for fun and profit on Vancouver Island

Before heading upstream to look for telltale traces of gold Bob said, "Keep panning the stream bed until I get back. I'll leave you the shotgun to chase off the...

The 8 Best Places To Ski and Snowboard in California

California is a population-dense state along the Pacific coast in the USA that’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts in every season. Much like it’s Canadian neighbor, British Columbia, Cali is...

The High Line NYC: A Complete Guide to New York City’s Elevated Park

What is The High Line? The High Line in NYC is a retired elevated freight rail line that was transformed into a public park and is owned by the City...

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