Top 5 Ski Bum Approved Socially Distant Summer Staycation Ideas It’s never too early to start seriously looking forward to next winter. In spite of all of the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, most resorts, including Vail, are planning to fully open for winter 2020/21. Even though it isn’t quite August yet, it’s always a good time to start getting stoked for next winter. Here are our top 5 ski […] Friday Fun Lynn Barlow | July 24, 2020 0 Comments
Parts of Banff National Park Closed Due to Wolves Approaching Cars and Entering Tents Wolves are generally solitary animals and do not interact with humans often. This narrative has shifted in Canada’s Banff National Parks where “bold” wolf behavior is being seen. That’s right, wolves approaching cars and even entering tents has forced officials to put closures and warnings in place for all in the region. Related: Camper Bitten by Wolf in Rare Attack […] Ryan Flynn | July 17, 2020 0 Comments
Outdoor Industry Explodes as Americans Flock to the Great Outdoors after Coronavirus Quarantine After a nearly 3 months long mandatory quarantine for the coronavirus pandemic, Americans are finally emerging to the great outdoors once again. The result has been an explosion in the outdoor industry, from camping booking services to camping gear. Related: Happy Campers Sleep Better: Studies Show Health Benefits of Sleeping Outdoors Camping booking services are reportedly up 400% compared to […] Industry News Clay Malott | July 13, 2020 3 Comments
Happy Campers Sleep Better: Studies Show Health Benefits of Sleeping Outdoors Camping is a great activity that is relatively cheap and quite enjoyable. It gives you a chance to slow down and be one with nature and your surroundings. Whether it’s just to escape the hustle and bustle of the city or to put you in position for the alpine start you need for one of your climbing projects. Camping can […] Brains James Pulfer | July 10, 2020 2 Comments
2020 Summer of Camping: Here Are the Things You Need for a Socially Distanced Summer 2020 is turning out to be the summer of camping. With the travel industry reeling in the aftermath of state-wide lockdowns and travel restrictions, many concerned travelers are looking for adventures closer to home. Camping is a natural fit for socially distanced vacations, and indeed, Forbes claims that “RV’s are the new toilet paper.” Here are the things you need […] Gear Review Lynn Barlow | June 26, 2020 0 Comments
Man Survives Grizzly Bear Attack In Idaho, Shares Story and Offers Advice Editor’s note: This story contains a photo some readers may find graphic. Gregory “Thor” Godar thought he was going to die when he was attacked by a 500-pound grizzly bear near Henry’s Lake in Idaho. Nate Eaton with East Idaho News reports that the bear slashed Godar’s back, swung him to the ground, and bit his stomach. Godar was convinced […] SnowBrains | June 4, 2020 0 Comments
When Lightning Strikes: This Simple Advice Could Save Your Life Lightning strikes the earth 45 times every single second (that’s 1.4 billion flashes a year). According to the NOAA, the United States averages 51 lightning strike fatalities every year, second only to flooding for deadly weather. Ten times that amount are struck but survive. The odds of becoming a lightning victim in the US in any given year is 1 in 700,000, […] Weather Steven Agar | May 19, 2020 0 Comments
The Beginner’s Guide To Living in a Van: Taking The Party On The Road Living full-time in a van is the ultimate expression of freedom. Ski bums have utilized this way of life for decades. Die-hard skiers figured out that they could continuously chase the snow if they were always mobile. Thus creating the endless winter… But how do you turn this ski bum lifestyle into your reality? Below I will provide you with […] Lindsay Hayden | May 18, 2020 1 Comment
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