At home, coat cotton balls heavily in petroleum jelly and put them in a small plastic bag, says Trent Doerner, a member since 2019. This provides a nearly waterproof method to start a campfire. Doerner uses the extra jelly to soothe blisters or chapped lips while on the trail. 2. Make ...
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Traverse City State Park– Traverse City, MI – State park in this urban city across the road from Lake Michigan, with the TART Trail running right behind it giving access to explore the city and some wonderful local parks. Harrison Park Campground– Owens Sound, Ontario – A popular city r...
Airstreamers (Constantly) Changing Itinerary report, “Some call this park the ‘crown jewel’ of the Oregon State Parks system, and we can certainly understand why!” Welcome to Silver Falls State Park, nestled in the foothills of Oregon’s Cascade Mountains and less than an hour east of th...
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Explore one of Garett County’s 8 state parks and 3 state forests – including Muddy Creek Falls, the state’s tallest free-falling waterfall at a crashing 53 feet, located at Swallow Falls State Park. Hike or bike over 40 area trails, shop the small towns to find the perfect antique ...
Many national forests, as well as state and local parks, do allow dogs on their trail systems, though rules vary. Leashes are mandatory almost everywhere.Always check on the dog regulations for the areas where you will be backpacking. Most U.S. national parks, for example, do not allow ...