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DAVE WALTERS leaves life in the fast lane to let a mountain slow him down POLE, pole", a simple Swahili expression meaning “slowly, slowly", has become a mantra for thousands of tourists who climb Mount ... via Business Day

"It's the weirdest thing in the world. Your whole life is reduced to nothing."

Article:Sifting through the ashes / 'It's like a death,' says a:/c/a/2007/06/30/TAHOEFIRE.TMP Article:Sifting through the ashes / 'It's like a death,' says a:/c/a/2007/06/30/TAHOEFIRE.TMP Sifting through the ... via San Francisco Chronicle

Temperatures have risen, school is out, and it's time to plan that vacation. This, of course, includes packing some reading material, because it's a safe bet not every day will be spent sightseeing or hiking, ... via The StarPhoenix

The basics: 4.2-4.5 miles each way, depending on what sign or book you read 1,943-1,971 feet elevation gain, depending on what book you read Rocky Mountain National Park, Wild Basin entrance On Highway 7, 11 ... via KMGH-TV Denver

"I am not sure why people pick up snakes at all, but the general profile of our bites tends to be testosterone driven, they are males between 18-25 years old, with alcohol on board and in a group ... there's some sort of bravado involved."

When taking advantage of the South Okanagan's beautiful hiking trails and paths, apply some common sense and don't touch the snakes. via Tacoma Daily Index

I can think of three rational explanations for our apparently irrational behavior: 1) One of the longest days of the year - over 16 hours of daylight to play with. via Berkshire Eagle

"I just went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out until sundown, for going out, I found, I was really going in."

On Thursday last week, it was a special day for hikers. Well, hikers who travel light anyway. via CourierPostOnline

We all end up hiking in the rain at some point - either exorcising a case of the heebie-jeebies or just enduring "bad weather luck." So, after careful investigation, Head Lamp has selected the best trails to ... via Anchorage Press

Lane County sheriff's deputies are investigating the death of a man who was spotted face down in the Willamette River near the Glenwood Bridge. via KATU-TV Portland

Filed under: Hiking, Food, Gear, Camping

It looks like a flute, I know, but it's actually a compact camping/hiking grill called the Grilliput. When not in use, it's small enough to fit in your back pocket. Assemble it above a campfire, and you can easily cook a meal for four or more. The only downside I can find is you'd want to make sure the grate is completely clean before packing up, otherwise you might have some greasy leftovers seeping into your bag.

The Grilliput, $29 from REI. [via]

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