If you are an avid gardener or even if you only have a few potted flowers around your home, chances are that you have seen your plants go through “feelings.” When you’ve put off watering them for a day too long, you might say that your plant looks “sad.” After adding a good deal of […]
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Do thick winter clouds give you the blues? You’re not alone. Studies show that up to 20 percent of Americans suffer from some form of Seasonal Affective Disorder (appropriately abbreviated to ‘SAD’) every year. Chilly weather and a lack of sunlight lead millions to suffer endless bouts of the blues, unexplained fatigue and even more […]
Imagine a diehard fisherman getting ready for what was supposed to be an epic fishing trip. After hours of organizing baits, tackles, hooks, and other necessities into a backpack, when it comes time to cast the first line, he finds that a hole in his backpack has essentially left him without bait after hiking several […]
Your precious pooch is already part of the family, so why wouldn’t you work to ensure that she stays comfortable in hot weather this summer with an outdoor dog bed? Dogs might rely on panting to keep themselves at a pleasant temperature, but all that fur can make it tricky to regulate their core in […]
The second you get in the wilderness, the rules change for how you can best survive. Suddenly, an event that might seem minor in the modern world (cold rain, a twisted ankle, or torn clothing) can become a matter of life and death. Without the right outdoor survival gear on hand, you can find yourself […]
Few things can ruin a camping adventure faster than chilly weather. If the idea of shivering in your tent isn’t your idea of fun, then you will want to invest in a camping heater to warm up the space.
But what should you look for in your camping heater? There are lots of factors that […]
There is nothing more frustrating than battling with a massive fish that you have spent hours waiting for only to have your cheap fishing line get caught on a rock and rip just as you are about to reel in your prized fish. Instead of risking losing the catch (and the expected meal over the […]
Imagine swaying in the breeze under a star-filled sky. Does this sound like your idea of a perfect vacation? Then hammock camping may be right for you. Hammocks come in all shapes and sizes, but the kind equipped for camping tend to be made from thin fabric without any support beams. Light as they might […]
Everyone’s got that one friend who is seemingly impossible to shop for. What kind of present do you get for the outdoor enthusiast who considers each minute spent inside to be wasted? The answer, of course, is camping gear.
Camping gifts are more than buying a tent or a basic flashlight. In recent years, the […]
Most of us relate to the notion that it simply ‘feels good’ to be in and around nature. Natural sights and sounds bring a sense of peace, rejuvenation and joy. They tend to help people better handle the many challenges of modern urban living – whether related to career, health or relationships.
The benefits we […]