Avoid fragile areas – The Outdoor Women

Though the Northeast’s forests are very productive and vegetation seems vigorous and plentiful, damage to plants due to backcountry recreation is a widespread and...

Camp and Travel:In Popular Areas part 2 – The Outdoor Women

Arrive at your destination with time and energy to set up a good camp. If your intended destination is full, you can use the...

Camp organization and cleanliness – The Outdoor Women

Camp organization and cleanliness take on heightened significance in bear country. The primary concern here is safety, both for the visitor and the bear....

In Remote Areas, Spread Use – The Outdoor Women

Remote or pristine areas, often referred to as being “off-trail,” are typically seldom visited and show little sign of human use. The Northeast’s extensive...

Minimize Use and Impact of Fires Part 2 – The Outdoor Women

Selecting a Leave No Trace fire site. At established sites, use existing fire rings. These help concentrate the impact associated with fires and keep...

The Adirondack Council – The Outdoor Women

In the next century, this Park could be preserved forever. It could remain a magnificent natural sanctuary within a day’s drive of 70 million...

This Summer’s Must-Visit Campsite – The Outdoor Women

It’s that time of year again- the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming and the sun is beaming, hinting that summer is well...

Wildland Ethics – Use Fire Responsibly – The Outdoor Women

The use of campfires in the backcountry was once a necessity and is now steeped in history and tradition. This tradition is so entrenched...

Reduce your impact on other visitors – The Outdoor Women

Reduce your impact on other visitors. Being friendly and outgoing toward other hikers and campers is a natural trait of backcountry visitors, but every...

RV Rental Tips for First-Time Renters – The Outdoor Women

RV rentals are at an all-time high as millennials and retirees alike discover the advantages of recreational vehicle travel. This type of camping Columbia SC offers...