Camping At Turquoise Lake Recreation Area
September 14, 2010
Like sterling-silver charms strung about a blue-green gemstone, the campgrounds of the Turquoise Lake Recreation Area are treasures that are only a two-hour drive west of Denver. Located in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains near Leadville, the campgrounds are named for nearby gold and silver... Read more »
Surefire G3D Flashlight
September 14, 2010
Cheap flashlights are fine for kids’ toys or an occasional trip to the outhouse after dark. But in situations when you really need light, such as changing a flat tire at night, making emergency repairs to a tent or navigating back to camp under the stars after missing a trail junction on a hike, it’s... Read more »
Gear Test: Gerber FliK Fish Multi-tool
September 10, 2010
A specialized multi-tool may seem like an oxymoron, but since these handy creations hit the market over two decades ago, designs have proliferated to suit numerous specific functions. As an avid angler I’ve longed for a tool that could perform functions ranging from removing flies from the mouths... Read more »
New Camping Products
September 10, 2010
Paper-Fueled Charcoal Grill “Cook your monster” is the company’s slogan: We’re not too sure what exactly that means, but the GrillZilla is a compact off-ground grill that’s designed for cooking with a grill basket or skillet. The company claims it’s a greener camping grill because it uses... Read more »
Gear Test: Point6 Merino Wool Socks
September 10, 2010
Stand by for some little-known facts. Maybe you already knew that Merino sheep are reputed to produce the softest and finest wool of any breed. Maybe you already knew that the breed originated in Spain. But did you know that before the 18th century, the export of Merino sheep from Spain was a crime... Read more »
Camp Kitchen Snack Recipes: Eat for Energy
September 9, 2010
When you’re planning to do some all-day activity, it’s smart to plan some all-day snacking, too. And if you make them yourself, you can control what goes into the snacks. “When you make snacks at home you get pure goodness,” says Jennifer Iserloh, author of “Secrets of a Skinny Chef” (Rodale... Read more »
Big Bird in the Big Woods of Arkansas
September 9, 2010
Before 2004 hardly anyone had heard of “the Big Woods,” at least not the Big Woods of Arkansas. And hardly anyone had heard much of the ivory-billed woodpecker for some 60 years. That’s how long it had been since the last reported sighting of the big fellow. But in February of 2004, more than 60... Read more »
The Rally Wrap-Up
September 8, 2010
It was in the thick of summer with sweltering temperatures and heavy humidity, but none of that seemed to matter at The Rally, Affinity Group Inc.’s 11th annual consumer gathering, which took place July 22-25. Rather, the hotter it got, the happier the crowd was to be indoors at the fully air-conditioned... Read more »
Family Camping on the Salmon River
September 8, 2010
Trade in the flat screens, video games and cell phones for the longest wild and scenic river in the continental United States. White sandy beaches, bluebird days and star-filled nights, plus the exhilaration of riding rollercoasters of whitewater waves will leave the whole family grinning from ear to... Read more »
Summer Heat Health Tips
September 8, 2010
Camping is certainly an enjoyable way to create memories with family and friends. Outdoor activities — such as sightseeing, hiking, fishing and biking — all require physical exertion, and all that time in the summer heat can cause you to become dehydrated, which can lead to more serious problems... Read more »
