Category: hiking and biking trails

Before And After Hiking – Preventive Measures Against Ticks

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Many of us love outdoor activities and we often make it a point to head outdoors at least during the weekends with our family or friends. One outdoor activity that most of us do is hiking and although it may be a beneficial activity, it is a risky one too. A common risk that most …

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5 Great Hiking Trails Near Cypress, Texas

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Texas Hiking Trails Cypress, Texas and the greater Houston metropolitan area aren’t known for their abundance of fantastic hiking trails. That doesn’t mean Houston lacks hiking trails, however, it simply means you have to look a little bit harder to find them. To help you and your family get out of the house and into …

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Ditch The Car – Discover The UK On Foot

Walking nourishes body and mind. Whether alone or in a group, setting a steady pace gets the blood pumping and the thoughts flowing. It’s rare to find a hobby that can be simultaneously sociable or solitary, and is just as enjoyable either way. Best of all walking is free, accessible to every budget and an …

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Trail Hiking Preparation Tips

Training Tips For Trail Hiking There are a million reasons to be a lover of the outdoors. The fresh air in the woods can feel invigorating after spending weeks trapped in the city. Hearing the birds sing in the branches and seeing the creepy crawlers rustle the leaves is another reason some people love trail …

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Segways now allowed on the Rio Grande Trail

Should electric powered bicycles, Segways, Trikkes, and scooters be allowed on hiking and biking trails? Should electric vehicles be allowed on trails? That is the current debate. How do we assure trail access to people with handicaps while still maintaining the pristine environment of the trail? As you read this, legislators are wrestling with this issue. …

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