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How to Break Into Cold-Weather Kayaking and Canoeing
Paddling during the winter months can offer uncrowded waters, unmatched views, and a break from the indoors. But the risk of serious bodily harm or even death is exponentially higher, thanks to frigid temperatures. As long as a lake, creek, or other body of water isn’t completely frozen over, you can potentially still kayak […]
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10 Outdoor Terms Everyone Should Know
We all pride ourselves on being up-to-date on our outdoor know-how, gear, and tactics. But are we sometimes just guessing when it comes to the specifics? This isn’t to say that there aren’t many folks who know their outdoor knowledge (much better than I do). But when it comes to it, maybe we need to […]
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5 of the Best Hiking Sandals for Men
Editor’s Note: Products featured on Wide Open Spaces are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Hiking is, by and large, the easiest outdoor activity to form into a hobby. At its foundation, it’s simply taking a walk in the woods, and aside from […]
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Women Learning From Women: All About “Becoming An Outdoors-Woman” Workshops
Becoming an Outdoors-Woman, commonly known as BOW, is a national education program that strives to make women more comfortable and aware of the outdoor world. You can trace the history of Becoming an Outdoors-Woman to Dr. Christine Thomas. She spent her career at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources. In 1991, Dr. […]
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Montana’s Two National Parks Are Fishing and Camping Havens
Two National Parks — as well as several other national recreation areas and monuments managed by the National Park Service — fall within Montana’s borders. One you’ve heard of. The other, you absolutely should know. Between Yellowstone and Glacier, Montana features over 3.2 million acres of National Park public land dedicated to preserving some of […]
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3 Reasons All Women Need a Canoe, Kayak, or SUP in Their Life
The cool water pools around your ankles as you put your lightweight kayak into the river for a foggy sunrise paddle. The hot sun burns away the mist and glimmers off the water as it rises through the trees. The paddle’s rhythmic motion soothes the senses. The mind is calm, and the body is moving. […]
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