Outdoors

This week in Outdoors: Small Boats big on fun (Allen American Star)

17 May 2008

When paddling small steams or backwaters, I am often reminded of the words of Thoreau in his famous novel ‘A Week on the Concord and Merrimac Rivers’, “We seemed to be embarked on the placid current of our dreams.�

This week in the Outdoors: Every outing is a success (Plano Courier)

17 May 2008

I never cease to be amazed at the many things in the natural world that the casual observer might overlook, but for those that take the time to be observant, become every bit as awe-inspiring as man made marvels such as the Pyramids or Hoover Dam.

Safety required in the great outdoors (North Platte Telegraph)

17 May 2008

SCOTTSBLUFF — As many people plan their summer adventures, many neglect to properly prepare for safety, whether they’re boating, camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking or just playing with children in a local park. It’s estimated that more than 59 million Americans plan to take to the water this season, and one-third of Americans place themselves among the camping public.