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Posted on 11/9/2008 7:11:46 PM by pahiker -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] “One is one''s own master on one''s own stove.” - Russian proverb

This is so true among backpackers, where people will argue for hours over why “my stove is better that yours.” In this article I’m not going to get into MSR vs. Jetboil vs. Sierra, here I am simply going to cover the stove types in general, which can easily be ... Read full article »



Posted on 10/25/2008 11:36:35 AM by trek of pittsburgh -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] Winter Lecture Series

2^nd Annual Winter Lecture Series Hosted By Trek of Pittsburgh 2008 marks the second year of the annual Winter Lecture Series, hosted by Read full article »



Posted on 10/21/2008 5:31:16 PM by ventureoutdoors -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] Last weekend for kayaking at Kayak Pittsburgh

If you have been waiting to get out on the water this season dont wait any longer! The 2008 season of Kayak Pittsburgh is coming to an end on October 26 - making this weekend your last chance to paddle the rivers ... Read full article »



Posted on 10/15/2008 8:34:58 AM by brick3 -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] Laurel Highlands Hiking trail

I have long aspired to hike this trail. The only thing that was holding me back was time as I worked every weekend for the last 11 years. Unfortunately I have found myself in the position of being laid off. I said to my wife that now is the time ... Read full article »



Posted on 10/12/2008 7:24:17 PM by pahiker -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] Water, water, everywhere...

but, is it safe to drink? Thats the proverbial $50,000 question (or with todays medical costs maybe $1m is more accurate). A few years ago I hiked with a ranger who boasted that he never treats his water, he just scoops it out of the stream and drinks. Two weeks later ... Read full article »



Posted on 10/6/2008 7:42:39 PM by ericmcelhone -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] First Annual Fallfest at Nemacolin Woodlands

If there s anyone interested in doing some outdoor activities and listening to music, Nemacolin Woodlands is hosting their first annual Fallfest event. It is this Saturday October 11th. From 11am - 6pm with a $15 dollar entry, you can do the high ropes course, zip line, climbing wall, and ... Read full article »



Posted on 10/1/2008 9:38:35 AM by pahiker -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] The First 10,000

I received an email recently that said, "The first 10,000 are the hardest, after that it gets easier." It failed to say, the hardest what? The American Heart Association promotes its 10,000 Steps to a Healthy Life program (walk 10,000 steps a day). Confucius said that "a journey of a thousand ... Read full article »



Posted on 9/12/2008 4:12:36 PM by shadowfax -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] Riding the trails

Its raining today of course so Im not going to be riding. But Sunday Ill be out on the trails on my mare. Read full article »



Posted on 9/5/2008 3:39:49 PM by pahiker -- Comments (0) -- [Report Post] Lions and tigers and...

Well, ok, only bears. But if you run across one thats enough! Black Bear Aware As fall approaches Pennsylvania black bears will begin foraging for food to prepare for winter. Because of this, the chance of running into one of these fantastic animals increases during the fall months. While 100% safety can ... Read full article »



Posted on 8/21/2008 11:10:56 AM by grobe33 -- Comments (2) -- [Report Post] GNAR

Recreation Operations Manager at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort and Spa. Live on the resort in the middle of the Laurel Highlands. Avid Mountain Biker, Rock Climber, Fly-Fisherman, Archery Hunter and BackPacker. Know the Laurel Highlands very well so anyone with questions please feel free to ask. Read full article »


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