Outdoor Activities and more

Winter camping means having to deal with harsh elements and cold weather. The latter is perhaps the most outstanding feature of the winter camping experience. Cold weather can be a source of great discomfort for many, but for some survivalists, camping in the snow poses an exciting challenge and is a way to put your skills to the test. If you’re well prepared and know what you’re doing, winter camping can help you better understand your capabilities as well as your limits.

When the canvas part of the camper is set up, it can get wet. If you're not able to dry it before you have to fold the camper up again, the conditions are just right for mold. What's worse, the insipid growth can infect every area of your camper. Follow these instructions to remove the current mold infestation from your camper and take steps to protect it from the elements to keep future problems.

If your footwear becomes damp and covered with mud, clean them immediately after use, do not leave them dirty to dry. Natural chemicals such as acids and alkalis which are found in different soils and dirt can work their way into...

As El Nino furnishes parts of North America with a bit of autumn weather drama, many campers, fishermen, hikers, and hunters are sacrificing time outside in favor of the safety and security of their homes. But for these dedicated outdoorsmen, promises of an upcoming mild winter translate to more time close to nature.

Halloween is just around the corner and whether it will be a scary holiday may depend more on the weather forecast than your costume. If you're planning an evening of outdoor activities, beware of Mother Nature's bag of tricks.

Everybody loves hiking in moderate temperatures beneath a bright, sunny sky, right? But bad weather happens -- and even if you were to stay home every time you saw a cloud in the sky, you'd eventually get rained upon while out hiking. Here's how not to suffer when it happens

Heading out for a stormy, three-day-weekend of backpacking on the coast? Perhaps a rainy overnight in the foothills? Or how about a soggy thru-hike of your favorite river valley? Don't let the dampness get you down. Backpacking through constant rain can still be quite fun if you're good at staying dry. Here are 10 tips

Winter in the mountains of British Columbia is one of our favourite times of year to go camping. To see the brilliant hues of light at sunrise and sunset cast across an unbroken blanket of alpine snow is beautiful. Not to mention the challenge. To simply get out there and brave the elements is very rewarding. Problems in life always seem more insignificant

“We observed behaviors of a large group, in which some chose to walk and some chose not to, instead of us telling them what to do,” she said. “After 13 weeks, those who walked at least once a week experienced positive emotions and less stress.”

Leading kids through the woods requires more than a map and compass. You also need enthusiasm and creativity to keep things fun for young hikers, whether they’re preschoolers who tire easily or older children who claim they’re bored.

Try these strategies to keep kids interested when out on the trail.