Backpacking

“Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love!”(Sitting Bull A-Z Quotes) Spring break is made out to be some spectacular time of the year. This is a time for high schoolers and college kids to flock to the beach in packs. Young adults pack up their coolers and red Solo cups in hopes for the best week of their lives. Most walk away from the less than toxic week with more questions than answers.…

As the warm spring and summer months descend on Colorado Springs, it’s almost impossible to stay indoors. If the lure of Colorado’s vast open spaces is calling to you, there’s no need to resist. Hop in the car and head to one of these enticing local destinations to hike, bike, or play the day away. Whether you’re interested in a leisurely picnic or a rigorous day of climbing, this area has it all. Garden of the Gods The majestic name of this park is entirely appropriate to its stunning 300-foot…

Internship Questions Drafts What do you imagine is the coolest thing about being a counselor? Explain. Counselors at Kabeyun are constantly surrounded by their job. On most days, from the moment they wake up, trying to get drowsy campers out of beds and onto the Assembly Grounds, to running their activity, and putting those same campers to bed, they have a myriad of daily tasks, each with their own challenges. This is the most fundamental, but “coolest” thing about being a counselor. Although…

Behind my old tan house on McClure road is an open opportunity to have as much fun as you want, and as a kid I took advantage of that. I loved going out to just use my senses and explore. I would see how many different animals I could see or hear. I would listen to the birds hum their songs, and hear the chipmunks run aimlessly through the woods, cracking sticks every step of the way. Who knew such little animals could make so much noise! Sometimes I even thought they were bears! I never did see…

Sleep away camp, is often times a child’s first time away from home for longer than one night. This can be a scary, and overwhelming experience for many children. The society in which children grow up in modern day, is filled with scenarios that most adults can’t comprehend and being away from home as a child worried about these scenarios can compound the associated anxiety and stress in children. Sleep away camps are often times filled with activities: activities that on the surface sound…

Boat-In Camping Across Skagit Valley Skagit Valley and its surrounding environment are perfect for camping - especially if you’re a boat owner. There are many opportunities for boating and camping all over the county, and here are a few of the most popular in the area. Many of them require reservations for camping spots, so be sure to do your research and make your plans ahead of time; you’ll be a happy camper! Diablo Lake While you’re taking in the stunning views that abound on the trails…

If you got multiple injuries and you can’t move, in the woods, and you were missing for 5 days, what would you do in this situation? In the articles, “The Most Important Rule” by Jared Myers and “Miraculous Lost and Found” by Katherine Leonard, each article provided information about what to do before hiking and experiences people had while hiking alone. The important points the authors discuss is how to let people be informed about your hiking destination and the experiences people have had…

A camper or RV brings you months of enjoyment throughout the year, but unless you travel full-time, your camper will be parked for weeks or even months at a time. You may even leave it parked and empty all winter long. That can pose a problem when it comes to mice getting inside and causing damage. Here are a few tips for keeping mice out of your camper or RV so you can avoid damage from gnawing and spare yourself from cleaning up a mess in the spring. Choose Your Storage Spot Carefully…

What is backpacking? Many people ask me this question and I stare at them, wide eyed. But then I realised that this term didn’t get the acclaim that it deserves. No, I am not talking silly. Pick up any traveller that you know and ask them about the term, you will get the same reaction. Backpacking is something that in rough words can be translated into the bliss that is there out of your day to day schedule. Travelling is usually a way of living for people like us, travellers but it is also a…

the car. Only in very active bear country is storing food in a car a bad idea. These areas generally provide storage containers that are bear proof for those using campgrounds. However, when you are spending the night camping along a trail when backpacking some precautions are needed to keep annoying and possibly dangerous animals away from your food supply and you. Though there are few truly dangerous animals in most of North America, many nights of sleep have been lost keeping raccoons and…