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Lake Jipe straddling Tanzania and Kenya


So unknown is this treasure of Lake Jipe not many Tanzanians know of its existence or location. Sandwiched between the Pare mountains and Kilimanjaro this small lake [30 km sq] straddles the border between Kenya and Tanzania.

Pigeon Forge Campgrounds


Campgrounds are a perfect Pigeon Forge lodging option for visitors looking to be as close as possible to the great outdoors. Campgrounds in Pigeon Forge are located near the beautiful and majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park and are still only minutes away from the outlet malls, dining, and music theatres that downtown Pigeon Forge has to offer.

The Kuan Yin Shrine, Bangkok - the Goddess of Mercy on the Chao Phraya


The Kuan Yin Shrine in Bangkok is in an old Chinese building within a community on the Chao Phraya River where time seems to have stood still for the last 200 years.The site originally had two shrines built in the reign of King Taksin (1767 - 1782) by his Chinese supporters.

Hiking Mount Rainier National Park


Mount Rainier National Park is the most popular park in the state. It has fantastic areas to explore.

Is The Workamper Lifestyle For You?


If you've been dreaming of traveling the highways in your RV, but see the adventure as something far in the future when you retire, then you may want to seriously consider giving the Workamper lifestyle a try. You can live your dream now; it just takes a little preparation and commitment.

Lake Winnipesaukee - The Smile of the Great Spirit


Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest and one of the deepest lakes in New Hampshire. Centered in the popular vacation area known as the Lakes Region it provides 4-season pleasure for millions every year.

About Table Mountain Cape Town - Well Known in South Africa and Around the World


Table Mountain sheltered the original Cape explorers in the 16th century, the first European settlers and the many following generations of slaves, immigrants and Capetonians who helped to build and develop our special city.Your first impression of Table Mountain from the city bowl and beyond from Blouberg beach, is almost misleading.

Why Should You Use Hiking Poles?


Why should you use hiking poles is perhaps the first question that may strike in your mind especially when you are a beginner. To get the right answer for this question you need to consider two things i.

Ultralight Backpacks - The Lightest


Why ultralight backpacks? Devotees of ultralight backpacking know you reduce your packweight most by concentrating on the "big three;" backpack, shelter, and sleeping bag. Forget those 6-pound backpacks, 9-pound tents and 5-pound sleeping bags.

7 Need to Know Campsite Cooking Strategies


Are you sick and tired of not knowing what to bring or what to cook when you go camping? Do you either pack the entire kitchen (including the sink) or you bring the absolute minimum and then have to use a fork as a spatula or two spoons as tongs?If that sounds even the slightest bit familiar then you are in the right place. Over the past decade or so I have refined a list of 7 things that I use every single time I prepare for my next camping trip.

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OUTDOORS CALENDAR: February 9-15
Palm Beach Post
FLW Tour on Lake Okeechobee (through Sunday). Take-offs are 7:30 am on Thursday and Friday at Roland & Mary Ann Martin's Marina, 920 E. Del Monte Ave., Clewiston. Weigh-ins on Thursday and Friday are 3 pm at the marina. Take-offs on Saturday and Sunday ...

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Outdoors fun for 'kids of all ages'
Palm Beach Post
By Willie Howard Kids and their families enjoyed airboat and swamp buggy rides, hiking, canoeing, pony rides, fishing, firing guns and other outdoor activities Saturday during Outdoor Youth Day at the JW Corbett Wildlife Management Area.



Indoor Furniture Banned From Yards, Outdoor Use
Patch.com
During Tuesday night's meeting the Gulfport City Council voted on second reading for three code enforcement issues: trash can placement, banning indoor furniture outdoors and shortening special pick-up times. After an extensive discussion and debate ...

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Outdoor Illinois magazine to publish final issue
The State Journal-Register
By CHRIS YOUNG The Illinois Department of Natural Resources will discontinue publication of its Outdoor Illinois magazine after the March issue. Outdoor Illinois, a full-color, slick-paper monthly magazine with a circulation of more than 26000, ...

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Get Outdoors Day planned at Wapsi River Center
Quad-Cities Online
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 8, the 39th day of 2012. There are 261 days left in the year. 1862 -- 150 years ago: The demand for barley coffee is rapidly increasing due to the coffee tariff imposition. Rye also is being used as a substitute.

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GLI To Be Played Outdoors Next Season
College Hockey News
In exchange for putting the outdoor game in Ann Arbor instead of his own baseball stadium, Comerica Park will get the GLI plus a number of other events. These include an AHL game, and two Ontario Hockey League games.
2013 Winter Classic Set for Michigan StadiumNew York Times (blog)
Report: Official Announcement on 2013 Winter Classic Coming ThursdayThe Detroit Sports Site
Sources: Comerica Park hockey events would accompany Winter Classic at ...The Detroit News

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California Outdoors for the week of 2/8/2012
Plumas County Newspapers
Question: I have been searching for any regulations specifically regarding slingshots but have found no clear reference to them within the Department of Fish and Game (DFG) hunting regulations. As written, slingshots are not a legal method of take for ...

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On Outdoors: Living the RV life
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Sales of recreational vehicles are booming, with the biggest growth among families with kids, and of lighter models that can be towed by more vehicles. Rick and Brenda Allanson of Edina are longtime RVers. They are on a trip to the Black Hills of South ...

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Virginia gathers input for Outdoors Plan
Tasley Eastern Shore News
16 in Accomac to gather regional input for the 2013 Virginia Outdoors Plan. Meetings will be at 3 and 7 pm at the Accomack-Northampton Planning District Commission, 23372 Front St., Accomac. Residents are invited to share their thoughts on the area's ...

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Outdoors: Castle Rock is worthy of its name
Merced Sun-Star
By Adam Blauert A place with a name like Castle Rock State Park inspires the imagination. Names aren't always a guarantee, but Castle Rock certainly lives up to its evocative title. The "Rock" is a fortresslike sandstone landmark at the top of the ...


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