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Never Summer Mountains
By Lily Jackson

The Never Summer mountains are the mountain range in the rocky mountain region in the north central Colorado in the United States. This range is located across the North West border of the rocky mountain national park. This form the continental divide between the head waters of the Colorado River in the rocky mountain national park to the east and the upper basin of the North Platte River to the west. The range is small and tall covering only 25 square miles with north south length 1o miles with the height as high as 12000 feet. This has over 10 distinct peaks.

This range straddles the Jackson grand county line for most of its length and this stretches into the Jackson and the Larimer County at its northern end. One of the northern most peaks the Nokhu crags is prominently visible from the west side of the Cameron pass.

The never summer mountains are younger than the other mountain ranges in the regions. These mountains were formed 25 to 30 million years ago when volcanic processes took place in the region. Most of the mountain is built of the igneous granitic formation along with preceding metamorphic location.

Steelhead Angling - on the Kalum River British Columbia Canada
by Noel Gyger

Ever had a "fishing hole" where you knew the success rate was almost 100 percent? That's usual on the upper Kalum River for spring steelhead. Jim Teeny started calling these river's massive fish "sweet-hearts" and we use that happy term often. For the Kalum River presents an angling paradise, with uncrowded water in a wilderness setting. I'm lucky enough to live here and to have the opportunity and privilege to angle for steelhead in the springtime when other nearby famous rivers such as the Copper, Bulkley, Kispiox, Morice and Babine close.

Preparing for an Alaskan Canoe Trip
By Michael Russell

You will need to know exactly how to prepare before you get into your car and go canoeing. First, you must decide what type of canoe to buy from the sporting goods store. There are many kinds of canoes, however if you plan on canoeing in an area with moving water, you will need a rocker. Once you have found the canoe you like, closely examine the stem to the stern; there should be 2 inches or more here. If the canoe has no kneel, you will have no problem making tight turns or spinning around. Having a stable canoe is also important, so look for one that is 36 inches wide. Remember, canoeing in Alaska requires skill, so spend time on calm waters and practice, because canoeing is also dangerous for novices. If you want to bring kids, you can, but be careful and always make sure the canoe is stable. An easy way to level the canoe is to pack it with moose meat, however this method makes maneuvering tougher.

Lord of the Rings Itinerary For Your New Zealand Holiday
By Gail Gillespie

Planning your holiday in New Zealand around the many Lord of the Rings movie locations will set a wonderful itinerary in place, with a good mix of all that New Zealand has to offer.

As well as Lord of the Rings filming locations and scenery, each destination offers a wide range of other interesting experiences. If you have seen the trilogy, you will recognise all the locations as you visit the real version! These locations had no need to be digitally enhanced! The scenery is natural and magnificent.

Traveling South Starting the Tour from Auckland

Paragliding - What Sporting Gear and Equipment is Needed
By Philip Sebastian Schilling

Paragliding is an awesome flying sport that allows a pilot to navigate his or her way through the air using a tiny aircraft. Many people paraglide as a recreational activity, while others practice paragliding as an extreme competitive sport. Basically, a pilot will sit in a harness while suspended below a huge fabric wing. Shape is given to the wing by suspension lines and air pressure. After years and years of development, paragliders are now sleeker and perform better than ever before. It is amazing to think how the equipment and gear used here can enable a person to fly.

What's the Point of an Adventure Holiday?
By Bruce Haxton

Adventure travellers were the first to colonise the Himalayas in the late 70s and early 80s and are now doing the same thing all over the world. From camel treks in Algeria to overland tours of Afghanistan, adventure travel made its name by daring to go to the places no-one else had even considered. Adventure travellers can still be found jumping, climbing, diving and flying in all the most exciting places. Here are a few reasons to throw away your bikini and sandals, slip into something a little less comfortable and becoming an adventurer.

Popular Trekking Routes of Indian Himalayas
By Vishal Kumar Gupta

Himalayas with heart touching and eye-catching views of nature offer variety of trekking options. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned trekker, there are options suiting all abilities. Great Himalayan mountain range originate from Arunachal Pradesh in extreme east of India and go on to Bhutan, Nepal, Sikkim, Kumaon, Garhwal, Spiti, Ladakh and East Karakoram. This vastness of Himalayan mountains offers many trekking routes ranging from easy to very strenuous and difficult. Himalayas numerous breathtaking and exciting trekking routes provide opportunity to explore the trails made by nature, also enjoy the culture of the place and know about the life of people in mountains. Here are some of the popular trekking routes of Himalayan mountains in India.

Central Texas Profiles - Texas Caverns
By Ki Gray

Cascade Caverns is the only cavern in Texas that has a 100 foot underground waterfall, and it is in our own back yard! Located in the hill country, in a little town named Boerne, take exit #543 off of Interstate Highway 10 to Cascade Caverns Road, just minutes from San Antonio.

This cavern is an amazing place to visit. The cavern is about 140 feet deep and a half mile long. On the amazing hour long tour visitors will see amazing rooms, rock formations, and glistening water dropping from the ceiling of the cave. The cave even has a rain forest!

The caverns are open daily and the temperature in the cavern is a cool 68 degrees year round! The cavern is a part of a 105 acre park full of wildlife and beautiful sites. The park is equipped with bar-b-que pits and tables. Bring the family and make a day out of it.

First Time GeoCacher
By P Masella

I know from asking my friends and family that there are lots of people out there that really have no idea what geocaching is. But I also know that once they hear about it they all want to give it a try. I didn't come by my interest personally, I happen to be married to a man bitten by the geocaching bug. He was much more into it than I planned to be, but he convinced me to give it a try and tag along with him on a trek into the mountains to find this elusive "cache". Okay, I didn't totally understand yet, but I was willing to give it a try.

A Short Review of the Dalesway
By Steve Allanson

The Dalesway

The Dalesway is a breathtaking 6/7 day walk from Ilkely in North Yorkshire to Bowness on Windermere.

Day 1

Day 1 begins with a gentle walk along the River Wharfe passing through Addingham and on to Bolton Abbey at around time for lunch. Highlights along the way include the church and the suspension bridge at Addingham.

The cafe at Bolton abbey is a great place for lunch before setting of for the afternoon walk staying with the river. You will pass through Strid Wood where you can find The Strid itself ... a dramatic narrowing of the river leading to a dangerous but awesome series of rapids.