Enjoying the Outdoors Responsibly |
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Leave No Trace Outdoor SkillsInformation on minimum impact camping & hiking & how to enjoy the outdoors without causing damage. |
Low Impact Color Choices for GearGear & clothing to blend into the outdoor environment & repel biting insects. |
Negative Trace - Go Beyond Leave No TraceHelp reverse human impacts in nature. |
The Lightest Step - Leave No Trace Beach WalkingWalk below the high water mark to reduce footprints. |
The Art of Hiking on Muddy TrailsHow to hike on muddy trails to prevent trail erosion. |
Navigate Switchbacks to Prevent Trail DamageZig-zag trails up hills or mountains help prevent erosion. |
Tin Foil Doesn't Burn When Placed In FireTin foil really doesn't burn completely in fire. |
Fire Pans for a Low Impact CampfireUse a fire pan to minimize impacts of fire. |
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Make the outdoors a better place to recreate thru volunteering & low impact camping. |
Pollution from fireworks creates an unnecessary risk to our personal and environmental health. |
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All soaps can contaminate water sources. |
Treading Lightly - Minimum Impact Dune HikingOur footprints can damage dune grasses. |
Protecting Trees from Rope DamageWays to prevent damage from ropes to trees. |
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Camping, Backpacking and Hiking Resources |
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Backpacking and Hiking TrailheadBackpacking & hiking directory organized into topics. |
Choosing the Perfect CampsiteGood guide on how to find ideal campsites |
Counting Ounces - Lightweight Backpacking Lighten your pack load. |
Camp Shoes - A Foots Best FriendCamp shoes for backpacking |
Bear Safety : Dealing With BearsBear safety information. |
Protect your food from bears and other animals when backpacking. |
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Wilderness and outdoor survival information. |
Wilderness Survival Priorities7 wilderness survival priorities |
The Attitude of SurvivalA positive state of mind is the key to survival in an outdoor emergency. |
Outdoor Photography Tips Links to tips for photographing nature. |
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Outdoor Safety Outdoor recreation safety. |
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Map and Compass and Outdoor Navigation |
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Navigation With Map & CompassHow to use a compass, read maps, etc. |
Backcountry Land NavigationSkills of adjusting for declination, using topo maps & pacing distances. |
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Land Navigation Lesson Plan Outdoor activity on the 3 keys of navigation. |
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Other Outdoor Recreation Resources and Information |
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Outdoor Education Outdoor and nature education resources and links. |
Online Outdoor Magazines Outdoor magazines with online content. |
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Outdoor Recreation Organizations & Associations Directory of outdoor recreation organizations. |
Wilderness Resources Information on wilderness, the Wilderness Act, and federally designated Wilderness. |
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Copyright 1998-2009 by Chris Conway
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Outdoor lover and backpacking, hiking, and wilderness enthusiast!
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Outdoor Recreation Directory Last Updated 11/21/09
