Backpacking

Troutdale, Virginia. In sixth grade I finally got the chance to go. Wilderness Trail is a backpacking ministry in southwest Virginia, each summer groups come and go on a 5 day backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. The second I stepped foot on the property, I fell in love. There was an immediate sense of belonging I felt, both with the people around me and the property itself. Throughout that week backpacking, I learned more about myself and the people I was with than I had ever imagined…

for adventure. I was 18 years old I just recently graduated from high school. I wanted to go out and do something memorable and ambitious that I would remember for the rest of my life. After brainstorming what to do I finally decided that a backpacking trip would be perfect. I saw this as a time to challenge myself and this would help prepare me for my new life out of high school and the perfect place to challenge myself were the cascades in central Washington. So I called up my lifelong…

“Globalization, Tourism and the Commodification of Imagination: Ethnography of Backpacking.” Adrian Nieoczym (2003). This study is a generalized type of approach in examining the Globalization, Tourism and Commodification of Imagination exclusively for the ethnography of the backpackers in the country of Columbia. Since this study is general the content of it discussed about the customs of individual cultures through the actual interviews from surreal backpackers gathered by Mr. Adrian Nieoczym,…

Water Proof Backpacks Backpacks are used primarily to carry clothes instead of using a suitcase when a person needs to walk long distances, goes camping or cycling. In some countries, motor bikes are the main means of transport and backpacks are useful to keep one's belongings dry while riding the motorbike between destinations. Waterproof backpacks make sure that your belongings do not get wet while you are exposed to the elements such as rain. This is an essential attribute that backpack…

Hail to the Chief! Squamish Day Hike The Stawamus Chief is an iconic landmark. It dominates the Squamish skyline and attracts tourists, hikers and climbers from around the world. This magnificent granite wall beckons all to approach and climb her. The Chief can be an extremely busy hiking trail. Outdoor enthusiasts regularly flock to the area to test their fitness levels and savour the magnificent views from each of the three peaks. On a clear day, the summit offers panoramic glimpses of…

Hiking Trails of Great Falls of Maryland is an explanation of the Billy Goat Trail. This explanation was written by the National Park Service, but it does not specify what specific individual wrote it. There are five parts of this explanation. The first is a brief but descriptive summary of each of the three parts of the Billy Goat Trail. The second part talks about Bear Island which is a small area near the Billy Goat Trail that is preserved by the National Park Service. The third part of the…

20 TIPS FOR HIKING WITH KIDS AND GET FUN Cannot do hiking like your old days because you have kids now? No worries pack your backpacks and take your kids along with you. You can get more fun and enjoy your hiking life when you do hiking with your family. Kids love outdoor activities and hiking is one of the most popular for all ages. Hiking provides the best quality time to spend with your children at wonderful places and give them a chance to enjoy, love and respect the Mother Nature. To make…

How to Enjoy a Tennessee Park for Fewer than Twenty Dollars Wondering where to find a great recreational venue for less than twenty dollars? Look no further than your own backyard. There are a variety of leisure activities available at Tennessee’s state and national parks for little to no expense at all. Advanced preparation is essential to assure a successful outing while keeping the cost down. One of the local favorites is Rock Creek Park, located in Unicoi County, Tennessee. Rock Creek Park…

Outdoor Fun in Scottsdale, AZ When you live in Scottsdale, AZ, you will have the opportunity to experience nearly 4,000 hours of sunshine. Since you will have so much access to sunshine during your time in Scottsdale, you will definitely want to find some outdoor activities to enjoy. Luckily, outdoor fun is the name of the game in Scottsdale. For those living in The Tradition at Kierland apartments, you are in luck because of your proximity to many of the outdoor activities the city has to offer…

One vacation place to consider is Tanque Verde Ranch. It is a great place to spend some quality family time and have an amazing stay! According to Tanque Verde Ranch website, it is the largest guest ranch. ‘The present day ranch has 640 acres and leases from the U.S. Forest Service approximately 60,000 acres for its cattle operation.” It is a great place to spend some family time and be outdoors. This shows that there is so much that one can do. You can do yoga if people are feeling like doing…