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After more than 30 years in the outdoor writing business, you would think I'd know better.
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Findings: Menstruating Women Do Not Attract Bear Attacks
The question of the ages? Probably – especially if you are a woman. The story today in Mother Jones today states that it is a myth, but wait, hold on. You should read further. The MJ story is interesting. It touches … Continue reading
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Tagged Bears, Camping, Hiking, Menstruation, National Park Service
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North Country Trail: America’s longest footpath celebrated at national conference in Michigan
By Howard Meyerson LOWELL, MI — If you ask Dave Cornell about long-distance hiking, the 73-year-old Delton resident is unequivocal about its place in life. “Hiking has made a difference. It saved my life. There is nothing like strapping on … Continue reading
1,100-foot fall causes first death of season on McKinley
Mount McKinley, North America’s highest peak, claimed its first climber for the 2012 climbing season. The climber, as yet unidentified, fell 1,100 feet Friday after turning to retrieve a backpack that was sliding down a slope, Denali National Park officials … Continue reading
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Tagged Alaska, Climbing, Climbing Accidents, Mountains, Mt. McKinley, National Park Service, National Parks
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