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5 Benefits of a Sunrise Hike
Do you have a regular fitness regime? Does it include a sunrise hike? If your answer is no… consider changing it to yes. This past spring I started doing a…
Read MoreHow to Prevent and What to do if You Get Bitten by a Snake
This is a very common topic among hikers and climbers, what should I do to prevent and care for a snake bite? Most of those who hike actually have no…
Read MoreEnhance Hiking With Outdoor Photography Tips and Tricks
If you haven’t tried outdoor photography before, then you must understand that it can be quite tricky, especially when you are trying hard to capture a perfect shot of someone…
Read MoreAmerican Hiking Society Leads “Hike Through History”
In June 1864, Confederate General Jubal Early was dispatched by Robert E. Lee with orders to clear the Shenandoah Valley of Federals and then invade Maryland and, if practical, threaten Washington, D.C. Upon entering the nation’s…
Read MoreFear of Nature Has Lots of Company
“Refuge Rangers Fight Myths about Creepy Crawlies and Other Wildlife.” It’s not just snakes. Other wild creatures inspire exaggerated fears, too: bats; spiders; birds; fish – yes, fish. In the…
Read MoreAmerican Hiking Society Hikes Through History
On Saturday July 12th, come join American Hiking (AHS) and the National Park Service (NPS) on a Hike through History to celebrate the great outdoors as well as the 150th Anniversary of the…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight – Chuck Morlock
Writer, Mark Ray, interviews long-time Volunteer Vacation Crew Member, Chuck Morlock, about the importance of giving back to our public lands and Chuck’s connection to Boy Scouts of America. American…
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