Kayaking Tips, Tricks And Gear

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Women Learning From Women: All About “Becoming An Outdoors-Woman” Workshops

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Becoming an Outdoors-Woman, commonly known as BOW, is a national education program that strives to make women more comfortable and aware of the outdoor world. You can trace the history of Becoming an Outdoors-Woman to Dr. Christine Thomas. She spent her career at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources. In 1991, Dr. […]

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The Best State Parks in Pennsylvania


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From breathtaking scenic overlooks to outdoor adventure, these Pennsylvania state parks have it all. The Keystone State is home to 121 state parks, 19 national parks and seven National Heritage Areas, all with natural beauty and plenty of recreational opportunities. However, these are the state parks you should hit first. Let’s dive in. Ricketts Glen State […]

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20 Excuses You Can No Longer Use for Not Getting Outdoors

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If you’ve been putting off outdoor adventure for years, you’ve officially run out of excuses. We can respond to and counter just about any reason you’re using not to get outside. 1. I don’t know how. Need to learn how to hunt, fish, or do anything else outside? We’ve got you covered. Check out our […]

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Clearly, navigating a kayak in fog is easy

Zero dark-thirty with zero visibility and in goes the crew

Anyone in Boy Scouts before that deal imploded or had parents drag them around the country in an old summer vacation van should know how to use a compass. Understanding direction is key to navigating, especially in zero visibility. Most of us have a compass app on our smart phones, which means some of us can’t actually use a compass but can access one while checking Instagram to see how many fish everyone else has landed.

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This $400 Motorized Inflatable Boat is the Ultimate Father’s Day Gift

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This inflatable boat has two electric motors for an exciting afternoon of whitewater kayaking. Boats are pretty expensive. A luxury fishing boat might cost you around $30,000. Outdoorsmen are now leaning towards inflatable boats and inflatable kayaks. You’d be surprised by the quality of inflatable fishing boats. Many kayakers and anglers are saying great things

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Take a Peek at Marine Life With the Help of a Transparent Kayak

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Forget scuba diving; you can get an unbelievable view of underwater with a transparent kayak. Before your next kayaking excursion, be sure to invest in a new kayak that’s going to enhance the experience. Clear kayaks are back just in time for summer, and outdoor enthusiasts can’t stop talking about them. Hammacher Schlemmer is selling

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Getting organized now yields more time outdoors later

Over the past decade, I’ve found myself embracing more electronics and technology into my passion for the outdoors. No, I’m not referring to weather stations, GPS trackers or boat radar units but simple things, like weather apps, checklists, notes and journals, which have helped me in enormous ways.

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