The Great Outdoor Recreation Page (www.gorp.com) provides excellent general information for travelers planning on camping or enjoying the outdoors.
A variety of publishing companies offer guidebooks to meet the educational needs of novice or expert hikers. For information about camping, hiking, and biking, write or call the publishers listed below ...more
France has a system of nine national parks, five of which are on the French mainland (Les Cévennes, Les Ecrins, Le Mercantour, Les Pyrénées, and La Vanoise), three in French territories (La Guadeloupe ...more
Staying warm, dry, and well hydrated is key to a happy and safe wilderness experience. For any hike, prepare yourself for an emergency by packing a first-aid kit, a reflector, a whistle, high-energy ...more
Good camping equipment is both sturdy and light. North American suppliers tend to offer the most competitive prices. Sleeping Bags: Most sleeping bags are rated by season; “summer” means 30-40°F ...more
Renting an RV costs more than tenting or hosteling but less than staying in hotels while renting a car (see Rental Cars, ). The convenience of bringing along your own bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen makes ...more
Organized adventure tours offer another way of exploring the wild. Activities include hiking, biking, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, climbing, photo safaris, and archaeological digs. Tourism bureaus ...more
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