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The Measure Of A Man (Or A Woman)
America’s favorite storyteller and my favorite author, Louis L’Amour, wrote hundreds of books about life on the frontier – cowboys, Indians, gunslingers, outlaws, Texas Rangers, frontier marshals, cattle rustlers and more. All of his stories pitted good against evil, knowledge … Continue reading
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Fast Facts About Skin Cancer
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, 80 percent of a person’s lifetime exposure to ultraviolet radiation occurs before the ages of 18 to 20. * Children’s skin is especially sensitive to direct sunlight because they don’t have as many pigment … Continue reading
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Turning Cool Spots Into Hot Cash
Whether its families, grandparents, picnickers, little league fans or fisherman, the one thing everybody appreciates on a sunny, hot day is shade. So much so, they’re willing to pay for it. At least, that’s the lesson park and recreation departments … Continue reading
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Canopy Tours
It was probably only a matter of time before some intrepid kid (or kid wannabe) figured out how to combine all of the best elements of childhood — tree houses, zip lines and the pure freedom and bliss that comes … Continue reading
The Basics Of Trip Leadership
I like to think of myself as a long distance hiker. Sure, I enjoy taking day hikes, especially as there’s usually a hot shower and a great meal waiting at the end. But, perhaps the core of my hiking/backing experience … Continue reading