Despite occurring every four years, Leap Day seems as mysterious and elusive as a glimpse of Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster. In honor of having had 24 more hours last month to enjoy the outdoors, here are some natural phenomena that boggle the mind and...
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"Dehydration is more likely to happen in the summer." Not true! This is a misconception that many hikers share in the winter months because they are less likely to feel thirsty on a hike when it's not as warm out. But dehydration can be more serious when...
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Try a backcountry twist with this romantic recipe from A Fork in the Trail. Strawberry Chocolate Macaroons Makes 2-4 servings 8–10 chocolate coconut macaroon cookies (found in the bakery section of your grocery store) 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries 1/3 cup milk chocolate chips or a 2-ounce milk chocolate bar At Home Package the cookies and strawberries in separate zip-top freezer...
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Mardi Gras in New Orleans is quite an experience, full of music, laughter, and lots of people. But it can also be a bit overwhelming. Barry Bronston, local author of Walking New Orleans, shares five neighborhoods where you can experience New Orleans without the crowds of...
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Celebrate World Nutella Day all weekend long with this decadent recipe from Another Fork in the Trail. Chocolate Hazelnut Spirals Makes 3-4 servings 1/3 cup Nutella or other hazelnut spread 1/8 cup hazelnuts, finely chopped 1 package refrigerated crescent roll dough For icing: 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 tablespoon Frangelico or Kahlúa liqueur At Home Package the hazelnut spread in a leakproof...
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