Ticks are pests! But besides that they are bloodsuckers and can transmit serious and sometimes fatal diseases. Two of the diseases are Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Ticks hang out in wooded...
The Brown Recluse Spider The best way to deal with a Brown Recluse spider is to avoid it altogether! How to do that is addressed first. If, however, you are unfortunate enough to get up close and personal with...
Because birdwatchers spend a lot of time outdoors, walking and hiking over the landscape, bird watching binoculars must be lightweight, durable and weather resistant. They should also have quick focus and be...
I thought I would never need a hydration backpack. All my boys were getting them for camping and hiking and I didn't really like to camp or hike! Then I went on a vacation with my 17 year old son and he...
Metal Detecting Part of what makes metal detecting so much fun is getting involved with a treasure hunting club or a metal detecting club. You'll get a lot of help and it will be a lot quicker than trying to...
If you are new to camping or are an experienced camper, you will probably be worried about forgetting something. It will happen, but I find the best way to avoid forgetting is to make a list. You might alter...
Birding and birdwatching is the same thing. Bird watching is a recreational pastime which involves watching wild birds in their native habitat. It is great because it doesn't take much to get started. A pair...
There are so many options available today when you are looking for a tent. There are companies that offer brightly colored tents and recently came up with one that has built-in lighting. But before you get...
Lyme Disease While we tend to be concerned about tick bites, the risk of actually getting an infection is quite low, even if the tick has been attached, fed and is actually carrying an infectious agent. Ticks...
I believe every avid sportsman needs a great multi-tool like the Leatherman Wave. It is the best multi-tool I have ever owned. I have used other multi-tools and they just can’t compare to the WAVE!The tool is...