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Hike the longest stretch of grassy balds in the Appalachian Mountains - 0 views

Jeff D on 16 Nov 09

Grassy Ridge on Roan Mountain is the longest stretch of grassy bald in the Appalachian Mountains, and is an easy hiking destination starting out of Carvers Gap.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Grassy Ridge on Roan Mountain is the longest stretch of grassy bald in the Appalachian Mountains, and is an easy hiking destination starting out of Carvers Gap.</div>

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Win a Yellowstone National Park Photo Expedition - 0 views

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Canon Photography in the Parks Photo Contest Explorers of Light Expedition Yellowstone National Park

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Jeff D on 09 Nov 09

Amazon is offering customers a chance to win a trip to Yellowstone National Park. In addition to the trip, the winner will also be awarded a Canon Photography equipment package, as well as a private lesson with Adam Jones, a leading photographer and instructor in Canon's "Explorers of Light" program. You must enter before November 15.\n

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Amazon is offering customers a chance to win a trip to Yellowstone National Park. In addition to the trip, the winner will also be awarded a Canon Photography equipment package, as well as a private lesson with Adam Jones, a leading photographer and instructor in Canon's "Explorers of Light" program. You must enter before November 15.\n</div>

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Hiking the Grand Canyon: Rim to Rim - 1 views

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Jeff D on 03 Nov 09

For many hikers, a "bucket list" or "life list" just wouldn't be complete unless it included a rim to rim hike across the Grand Canyon. I was fortunate enough to do just that over the Memorial Day weekend in 1996 with three fellow hikers.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">For many hikers, a "bucket list" or "life list" just wouldn't be complete unless it included a rim to rim hike across the Grand Canyon. I was fortunate enough to do just that over the Memorial Day weekend in 1996 with three fellow hikers.</div>

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Hike to Mt. Rogers in Virginia - 0 views

Jeff D on 01 Nov 09

Nearly the entire length of the four-mile (one-way) hike to the summit of Mt. Rogers passes through open country, offering sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness as far as the eye can see. With the rocky outcroppings and the open views, it seems more like hiking in some places out west rather than in the Appalachian Mountains.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Nearly the entire length of the four-mile (one-way) hike to the summit of Mt. Rogers passes through open country, offering sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness as far as the eye can see. With the rocky outcroppings and the open views, it seems more like hiking in some places out west rather than in the Appalachian Mountains.</div>

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Yosemite bears prefer Minivans - 0 views

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black bears conflict humans minivans Yosemite National Park

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Jeff D on 31 Oct 09

An interesting study was published this month showing that bears in Yosemite break into minivans more often than any other vehicle. The analysis discusses several competing hypotheses about why bears selected minivans during the study.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">An interesting study was published this month showing that bears in Yosemite break into minivans more often than any other vehicle. The analysis discusses several competing hypotheses about why bears selected minivans during the study.</div>

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"Yuppie 911" strains backcountry rescuers - 0 views

Jeff D on 26 Oct 09

Beyond the growing number of questionable incidences, the article was prompted by the story of a group of hikers in the Grand Canyon that activated their emergency beacon three times over the course of three days! Each time a helicopter was mobilized for a potential rescue.\n\nOn the third mobilization, rescuers finally took the four hikers off the trail and cited the leader for "creating a hazardous condition" for the rescue teams.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Beyond the growing number of questionable incidences, the article was prompted by the story of a group of hikers in the Grand Canyon that activated their emergency beacon three times over the course of three days! Each time a helicopter was mobilized for a potential rescue.\n\nOn the third mobilization, rescuers finally took the four hikers off the trail and cited the leader for "creating a hazardous condition" for the rescue teams.</div>

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Dead Men Walking: Young male hikers most at risk for SAR ops - 0 views

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Dead Men Walking SAR Search and Rescue Travis Heggie US National Parks hiking boating

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Jeff D on 23 Oct 09

Each day, on average, there were 11.2 search and rescue (SAR) incidents in our national park system. Most are concentrated in just 5 park units. The most likely people to require a rescue are males, hikers and boaters.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Each day, on average, there were 11.2 search and rescue (SAR) incidents in our national park system. Most are concentrated in just 5 park units. The most likely people to require a rescue are males, hikers and boaters.</div>

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Brand new map for western North Carolina waterfalls - 0 views

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cascades DuPont State Gorges Park Larry Odoski Map Nantahala national forest Pisgah Waterfalls of North Carolina western

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Jeff D on 16 Oct 09

Waterfalls of North Carolina is the very first map available that features and highlights more than 300 waterfalls in the western North Carolina region, including the Great Smoky Mountains.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Waterfalls of North Carolina is the very first map available that features and highlights more than 300 waterfalls in the western North Carolina region, including the Great Smoky Mountains.</div>

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Hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park: Photos & hike reports - 1 views

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Jeff D on 06 Oct 09

With nearly 360 miles of trails, Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado is an absolute hiker's paradise. Trails range from flat lakeside strolls to steep mountain peak climbs. Check out my hike reports & photos from the Keyhole on Longs Peak, The Loch, Odessa Lake, the Old Ute Trail, Sky Pond and Bluebird Lake.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">With nearly 360 miles of trails, Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado is an absolute hiker's paradise. Trails range from flat lakeside strolls to steep mountain peak climbs. Check out my hike reports & photos from the Keyhole on Longs Peak, The Loch, Odessa Lake, the Old Ute Trail, Sky Pond and Bluebird Lake.</div>

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Ypsilon in the Mummies - 0 views

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Chipmunk Lake flood hiking Lawn Rockies Rocky Mountain National Park trail Ypsilon Mummy Range

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Jeff D on 25 Sep 09

From the shore you'll have outstanding views of Ypsilon Mountain, including the snow-filled Y-looking couloirs, from which the mountain derives its name.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">From the shore you'll have outstanding views of Ypsilon Mountain, including the snow-filled Y-looking couloirs, from which the mountain derives its name. </div>

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The Key Hole on Longs Peak in the Colorado Rockies - 0 views

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Boulder Field hiking Keyhole Longs Peak Mt. Lady Washington Rockies Rocky Mountain National Park route trail Colorado trek

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Jeff D on 23 Sep 09

"Are we out of this godforsaken Boulder Field yet?" The famous trek to the Key Hole on Longs Peak requires a difficult slog through the Boulder Field, a rugged section of "trail", roughly 2/3 of a mile in length and climbs about 800 feet. The incredible views on the other side makes it all worth it, as you can see by the pictures.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Are we out of this godforsaken Boulder Field yet?" The famous trek to the Key Hole on Longs Peak requires a difficult slog through the Boulder Field, a rugged section of "trail", roughly 2/3 of a mile in length and climbs about 800 feet. The incredible views on the other side makes it all worth it, as you can see by the pictures.</div>

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Hiking the Old Ute Trail in the Rocky Mountains - 0 views

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hiking hike Old Ute Trail Rockies Rocky Mountain National Park Ridge road

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Jeff D on 22 Sep 09

Located on Trail Ridge Road at more than 11,500 feet above sea level in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Old Ute Trail is an excellent hike that allows you to enjoy high alpine and tundra scenery without having to do a lot of climbing.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Located on Trail Ridge Road at more than 11,500 feet above sea level in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Old Ute Trail is an excellent hike that allows you to enjoy high alpine and tundra scenery without having to do a lot of climbing. </div>

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Hiking to The Loch & Sky Pond in Rocky Mountain Nat'l Park - 0 views

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Jeff D on 21 Sep 09

Sky Pond, at an elevation 10,905 feet, sits at the bottom of an amphitheatre of sheer cliff walls that box in the lake on three sides. This an incredibly beautiful setting. One person we met said that the Cathedral Spires that ring the western shore of the lake reminded them of Switzerland.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Sky Pond, at an elevation 10,905 feet, sits at the bottom of an amphitheatre of sheer cliff walls that box in the lake on three sides. This an incredibly beautiful setting. One person we met said that the Cathedral Spires that ring the western shore of the lake reminded them of Switzerland.</div>

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Lake Helene & Odessa Lake hike in the Rockies - 0 views

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Bear Lake Glacier Gorge hiking Helene Odessa Rockies Rocky Mountain National Park trail

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Jeff D on 20 Sep 09

Our hike to Odessa Lake began from the Bear Lake Trailhead in Glacier Gorge, one of most beautiful areas in Rocky Mountain National Park.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Our hike to Odessa Lake began from the Bear Lake Trailhead in Glacier Gorge, one of most beautiful areas in Rocky Mountain National Park.</div>

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Rocky Mountain National Park: Hike Report and Photo Series - 0 views

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Colorado Estes Park Rockies Rocky Mountain National Ridge road hiking trail Longs Peak

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Jeff D on 19 Sep 09

Over the next week or so I will be posting hike reports from my recent trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. Each report will include highlights and photographs from each hike, including the Keyhole Route on Longs Peak, Sky Pond, and the Wild Basin area, among other stunningly beautiful hikes. This posting launches the series with an overview of the park.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Over the next week or so I will be posting hike reports from my recent trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. Each report will include highlights and photographs from each hike, including the Keyhole Route on Longs Peak, Sky Pond, and the Wild Basin area, among other stunningly beautiful hikes. This posting launches the series with an overview of the park.</div>

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Surviving Mount Sunflower - 0 views

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Kansas Mount Sunflower Mt state highpoint climbing

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Jeff D on 18 Sep 09

Suffering from extreme exhaustion, hypoxia and Acute Mountain Sickness, the team finally arrives at the 4039-foot summit.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Suffering from extreme exhaustion, hypoxia and Acute Mountain Sickness, the team finally arrives at the 4039-foot summit.</div>

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New Smokies hiking book just released - 0 views

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3000 Miles in the Great Smokies Bill book William Hart smoky mountains

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Jeff D on 16 Sep 09

A brand new book regarding hiking in the Smoky Mountains was released by Amazon this past week. The book was written by William Hart and is called: 3000 Miles in the Great Smokies.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A brand new book regarding hiking in the Smoky Mountains was released by Amazon this past week. The book was written by William Hart and is called: 3000 Miles in the Great Smokies.</div>

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Smokey Bear turns 65 today! - 0 views

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birthday Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires Smokey Bear the

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Jeff D on 09 Aug 09

Happy Birthday to Smokey Bear, the mascot of the U. S. Forest Service created to educate the public on the dangers of forest fires. Smokey Bear's famous message "Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires" was created in 1944 by the Ad Council. It's the longest running PSA campaign in U.S. history.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Happy Birthday to Smokey Bear, the mascot of the U. S. Forest Service created to educate the public on the dangers of forest fires. Smokey Bear's famous message "Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires" was created in 1944 by the Ad Council. It's the longest running PSA campaign in U.S. history.</div>

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Video: Tyler Bradt's record 186-foot Kayak Drop - 0 views

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kayak Palouse Falls Tyler Bradt

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Jeff D on 17 Jul 09

Check-out the insane video footage of kayaker Tyler Bradt paddling over the 186-foot Palouse Falls in Washington State. The April 21st run over Palouse Falls smashes the previous world record of 127 feet.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Check-out the insane video footage of kayaker Tyler Bradt paddling over the 186-foot Palouse Falls in Washington State. The April 21st run over Palouse Falls smashes the previous world record of 127 feet.</div>

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The Kentucky Derby from Millionaire's Row - 0 views

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John Calipari Kentucky Derby LeAnn Rimes Millionaire's Row Saturday Night Live Seth Myers Skye Terrace

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Pictures from the 2009 Kentucky Derby from Millionaire's Row.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Pictures from the 2009 Kentucky Derby from Millionaire's Row.</div>

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