Remember to boat safely as temperatures climb and traffic on Kentucky’s waterways increases around the July 4 holiday season. “We’re asking boaters to watch out for people in the water and swimmers to be careful,” said Capt. Mike Fields, boating law administrator for the Kentucky…
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Stage II fire bans, issued by five western Colorado counties, have been implemented at Crawford, Navajo, Paonia, Ridgway and Sweitzer Lake State Parks. The Stage II fire restrictions, issued by Archuleta, Delta, Gunnison, Montrose and Ouray counties, prohibit wood or charcoal fires and limit cigarette…
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Beginning July 9, American Horse Lake near Geary will be closed to public access until further notice for repairs to the dam. “American Horse Lake is a popular spot, and it needs repairs so it can remain a great place to take the family fishing…
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For recreational boaters, being on the water for the July 4th holiday is akin to driving to Grandma’s house for Thanksgiving. Waterways are jammed, launch ramps are mayhem, and getting home after the fireworks end can feel like a California freeway at rush hour –…
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If you live and ride ATVs in the state of Colorado, you know there are plenty of areas to ride and see some beautiful scenery. There are a couple of areas that are on a “Must Ride” basis if you are serious about riding ATVs.…
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Few people would think to go out on the water in Florida during a tropical storm. Even fewer would think to use the gale force winds to jump over a full size pier. But in the video embedded below, an unnamed kite surfer does exactly…
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Expert Survivor John McCann from Dirttime is a master of explaining survival tactics in layman’s terms. McCann has two popular books on the market, Stay Alive! and Build the Perfect Survival Kit, which is his perennial bestseller. In this video, he explains and shows his…
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The family of Arizona’s most recent bear attack victim is asking campers and outdoor recreationists to take precautions when camping outdoors in bear country. The male victim was attacked on June 24 while camping in the Ponderosa Campground east of Payson. While the investigation shows…
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The Campgrounds and RV Parks industry began its recovery in 2010, after a disappointing 2009 when industry revenue declined 4.8% due to cutbacks in travel and declining recreational vehicle (RV) sales. Over the five years to 2012, IBISWorld estimates that revenue will remain flat, growing at a…
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Camping in a state park or forest for the Fourth of July? If so, enjoy fireworks displays in nearby communities – not at picnic areas, campsites or other areas within state parks and forests. Fireworks are illegal in Wisconsin state parks and forests, according to…
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