World-class outdoor recreation is right out everyone's back door in Idaho ... my presentation is meant to be motivational for folks to get out and see and experience the mountains, canyons and rivers in Idaho ...
This document summarizes key aspects of several Native American tribes, including where they lived, the materials and styles of their homes, their main food sources, and typical clothing. The tribes discussed are the Inuit, Kwakiutl, Nez Perce, Hopi, Pawnee, and Seminole, with details provided about their geographic locations, diets involving hunting and gathering of local plants and animals, and housing constructed from wood, mud, ice, or other natural materials.
This document is about the bobcat. It discusses that bobcats can live up to 12-13 years and there are currently between 725,000 to 1,020,000 bobcats remaining in the wild. The document also notes that bobcat mothers will keep their babies with them for 9-12 months to teach them hunting skills. Bobcats live in dry desert areas and have different types of dens, preferring caves and rock shelters as their main dens. Their diet consists of small animals like pigs and baby deer.
This document outlines a proposed 10-day itinerary for a trip to Ireland that includes visits to various cities, sites, and rural areas. Key stops include Dingle, Cork, Kilarney, Kenmare, Bantry, Blarney, Westmeath, Dublin, Kilkenny, Bray, Galway, Ennis, and Shannon. The itinerary provides details on accommodations, activities, and driving times between locations. The total estimated cost of the trip per person is also given.
This document provides information about various locations in and around Boise, Idaho. It mentions several parks, schools, hospitals, government buildings, and other landmarks throughout the city. It emphasizes downtown Boise and highlights features like the Wells Fargo building, Boise Centre on the Grove conference center, Idaho State Capitol building, and River Street area. It also discusses other neighborhoods, suburbs, and attractions outside the downtown area such as the Boise Zoo, Idaho Botanical Garden, and World Center for Birds of Prey.
This document summarizes key aspects of several Native American tribes, including where they lived, the materials and styles of their homes, their main food sources, and typical clothing. The tribes discussed are the Inuit, Kwakiutl, Nez Perce, Hopi, Pawnee, and Seminole, with details provided about their geographic locations, diets involving hunting and gathering of local plants and animals, and housing constructed from wood, mud, ice, or other natural materials.
This document is about the bobcat. It discusses that bobcats can live up to 12-13 years and there are currently between 725,000 to 1,020,000 bobcats remaining in the wild. The document also notes that bobcat mothers will keep their babies with them for 9-12 months to teach them hunting skills. Bobcats live in dry desert areas and have different types of dens, preferring caves and rock shelters as their main dens. Their diet consists of small animals like pigs and baby deer.
This document outlines a proposed 10-day itinerary for a trip to Ireland that includes visits to various cities, sites, and rural areas. Key stops include Dingle, Cork, Kilarney, Kenmare, Bantry, Blarney, Westmeath, Dublin, Kilkenny, Bray, Galway, Ennis, and Shannon. The itinerary provides details on accommodations, activities, and driving times between locations. The total estimated cost of the trip per person is also given.
This document provides information about various locations in and around Boise, Idaho. It mentions several parks, schools, hospitals, government buildings, and other landmarks throughout the city. It emphasizes downtown Boise and highlights features like the Wells Fargo building, Boise Centre on the Grove conference center, Idaho State Capitol building, and River Street area. It also discusses other neighborhoods, suburbs, and attractions outside the downtown area such as the Boise Zoo, Idaho Botanical Garden, and World Center for Birds of Prey.
Recreation, Parks and Open Space in SW Idaho Steve Stuebner
The Treasure Valley in SW Idaho is richly endowed with city parks, county parks, state parks, a multitude of recreation opportunities and and many open space reserves. Combine that with a plethora of world-class mountains, rivers, canyons and trails in national forests and BLM lands nearby, the Treasure Valley is arguably the "Best base camp in America."
Highlights of BSA's national high adventure bases - Philmont, Northern Tier, and Sea Base
- What is a BSA high adventure?
- Why put high adventure in your Troop/Crew program?
- Who should go?
- Best practices on how to get started.
Very Cool Michigan High Adventures 05 (Scouts)Steve Lagreca
Exciting, adventurous campouts for Michigan Scouts, Venturers, and those who enjoy the outdoors.
- Michigan's Tri-county area
- Within a (long) day’s drive
Includes descriptions, photos, areas of interest, and patches.
More info and complimentary Relocation Guide: www.thecovesnc.com
A rare combination to find in NC mountain communities. With over 5 miles of frontage on the Johns River connecting to Wilson Creek, the good life comes more into focus at The Coves Mountain River Club.
After a day splashing in the river, residents retreat to Pisgah Mountain Lodge at the community’s summit where the eagles soar. It’s the perfect place to take in the majesty of the hundred mile views as the sun sets behind Table Rock Mountain. The timeless moment that makes sipping hot chocolate on the veranda that much sweeter overlooking the community’s infinity-view saline swimming pool.
Evelyn’s Vineyard and Isabel’s Garden share the banks of the Johns River and are where residents come to harvest and picnic in the sun. The Coves is the place to listen to waterfalls and spend the day exploring miles of hiking trails just above the community’s full service equestrian center, Round Mountain Ranch. The Coves is more than a neighborhood. It’s a community of friends who appreciate the grandeur of its location. Here families play together and care for one another in the good old fashioned way.
If you’ve wanted a sense of belonging, you will find it and more at The Coves.
Adaptive recreation can be enjoyed on a low budget. Accessible trails, birdwatching, fishing, camping, and ice skating are free or low-cost recreation options. Many programs offer free or low-cost use of adaptive equipment for activities like handcycling, watersports, archery, and introductory flights. Resources for finding such programs include independent living centers, parks departments, and non-profits.
The document provides information about the Northern Tier Canoe High Adventure program, including details about the itinerary, crew, equipment used, rules for the expedition, and definitions of key terms like portaging. The trip involves 8 days of paddling and camping across 93 miles of lakes and portages in the Boundary Waters region between Minnesota and Canada.
This article summarizes the author's opening day turkey hunt. He arrived at his hunting spot before daylight as in past years. As daylight approached, he heard a gobbler sounding off in the distance. He called back and forth with the turkey, trying to lure it closer. Eventually the gobbler came within shooting range, and the author took the shot. The article emphasizes sharing the story behind trophy photos rather than just the photo alone.
These trails are for kids.... the kid in all of us. On February 7, 2009 while walking with my daughter Rachael at Don Davidson Park in Fayetteville, Tennessee we discovered land that we thought could one day be a trail or greenway.
Stowe Mountain Lodge is a luxury resort located in Stowe, Vermont that offers various amenities. It has 312 guest rooms and suites with views of the surrounding mountains. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness center, outdoor pool, and on-site restaurants. The resort is also near outdoor activities like skiing, golfing, fishing, and hiking and hosts business events in its meeting spaces. It has received awards for its sustainable practices and focus on using local materials and artisans.
The document provides information about a visitor map for Idaho State Parks. It begins by explaining that the map is created by Good Solutions Group in partnership with Idaho State Parks and that 20% of proceeds from the map are donated back to Idaho State Parks. It then encourages visitors to practice Leave No Trace principles when visiting parks and provides details on various recreational activities available at Idaho State Parks including hiking, disc golf, rock climbing, mountain biking, fishing, boating, and more. It highlights specific parks and features brief descriptions of activities and attractions at each one.
The Frio Canyon is an outdoor explorers paradise. With the famous Frio River and two majestic state parks - Garner & Lost Maples - there is so much fun to be had. We invite you to come play, rest and relax in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.
This adventure guide will help you discover all there is to explore in the Frio Canyon. For more information about where to stay visit: www.riverbluffcabins.com .
Budget Vacations Your Family Will Love. You can have a great vacation without breaking the family bank. With the proper planning, anything is possible!
2013 Southwest Idaho Travel Association Media KitAdventure Media
A few days spent in Southwest Idaho gives you an opportunity to explore the best of what the West has to offer: mountain peaks and desert valleys, rushing rivers and bustling cities. It’s all here.
There are 650 people who live in Akiachak, Alaska. Half of the homes have running water and all have electricity. The village is only accessible by plane. The residents are mainly Yupik Eskimos who practice a subsistence lifestyle, hunting moose, caribou, bear and fishing for salmon. Elders play an important role teaching traditions. The school serves kindergarten through 12th grade with about 15 students per class, as the village is small with no roads connecting it to other places.
Geography is the study of the Earth's physical features and human activity. It examines landscapes, environments, places and human-environment interactions. Studying geography helps understand everyday systems like weather, natural disasters and the environment. It also aids in navigating places and explaining one's own country. This document provides examples of natural landmarks and man-made structures for each Australian state and territory to demonstrate knowledge of the country if guiding others. It also examines how humans have altered two local parks - Ocean Grove Park and Blue Waters Lake - through infrastructure additions, assessing both benefits and environmental impacts of the changes.
Southern Traditions Outdoors is a free publication providing articles, photography, and places of interest for the outdoor sportsmen in the mid-south. Publications are printed every two months: Jan/Feb, March/April, May/June, July/Aug, Sept/Oct and Nov/Dec, and include articles on hunting, fishing and the outdoors. You can always find sections dedicated to children, veterans, women, and the physically challenged in our publication encouraging outdoor participation. You can find our publication throughout Tennessee, Missouri, Mississippi, Arkansas and Kentucky at any of our advertisers as well as many marinas, vehicle and ATV dealers, TWRA license agents, resorts and outdoor related retailers.
While we all love a good sweat, sometimes the gym can be crowded, stuffy, and generally unappetizing. Besides, spicing up your indoor routine with some outdoor exercise has tons of benefits — especially in Los Angeles.
My Life on Trails--What a Cougar Taught Me About ConservationDesLandTrust
Trails play a major role in the life of many Central Oregonians—whether in city parks or mountain wilderness. But have you ever thought about how those trails came to be? Join 27-year Deschutes National Forest trails specialist John Schubert for an evening on trails. Learn about the rich history of trails and how contemporary design, construction, and maintenance strive to minimize our impacts on nature. Finally, John, renowned trail designer and bridge builder across the country, will share tips on how people who love trails can reduce their own impacts while using them.
This document discusses the importance of outdoor education and activities. It shares photos from the author's lifelong experiences in nature. As a teacher, the author believes outdoor classrooms are valuable for developing students' outdoor skills, interest, and equipment. The document outlines the outdoor education programs at PWSD, including grade 6 experiences and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award. It explores partnerships and facilities that could strengthen outdoor learning in the region for all students in Manitoba.
This document discusses the importance of outdoor education and activities. It shares photos from the author's lifelong experiences in nature. As a teacher, the author believes outdoor classrooms are important for developing students' skills, interests, and access to equipment for enjoying the outdoors. The document outlines the outdoor education programs at Prairie Waters School Division, including grade 6 experiences and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award program. It explores ideas for strengthening outdoor learning opportunities for PWSD students and others in Manitoba through partnerships, facilities, school ground enhancements, and teacher professional development.
Amid the constant barrage of distractions and dwindling motivation, self-discipline emerges as the unwavering beacon that guides individuals toward triumph. This vital quality serves as the key to unlocking one’s true potential, whether the aspiration is to attain personal goals, ascend the career ladder, or refine everyday habits.
Understanding Self-Discipline
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The Treasure Valley in SW Idaho is richly endowed with city parks, county parks, state parks, a multitude of recreation opportunities and and many open space reserves. Combine that with a plethora of world-class mountains, rivers, canyons and trails in national forests and BLM lands nearby, the Treasure Valley is arguably the "Best base camp in America."
Highlights of BSA's national high adventure bases - Philmont, Northern Tier, and Sea Base
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- Why put high adventure in your Troop/Crew program?
- Who should go?
- Best practices on how to get started.
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- Within a (long) day’s drive
Includes descriptions, photos, areas of interest, and patches.
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A rare combination to find in NC mountain communities. With over 5 miles of frontage on the Johns River connecting to Wilson Creek, the good life comes more into focus at The Coves Mountain River Club.
After a day splashing in the river, residents retreat to Pisgah Mountain Lodge at the community’s summit where the eagles soar. It’s the perfect place to take in the majesty of the hundred mile views as the sun sets behind Table Rock Mountain. The timeless moment that makes sipping hot chocolate on the veranda that much sweeter overlooking the community’s infinity-view saline swimming pool.
Evelyn’s Vineyard and Isabel’s Garden share the banks of the Johns River and are where residents come to harvest and picnic in the sun. The Coves is the place to listen to waterfalls and spend the day exploring miles of hiking trails just above the community’s full service equestrian center, Round Mountain Ranch. The Coves is more than a neighborhood. It’s a community of friends who appreciate the grandeur of its location. Here families play together and care for one another in the good old fashioned way.
If you’ve wanted a sense of belonging, you will find it and more at The Coves.
Adaptive recreation can be enjoyed on a low budget. Accessible trails, birdwatching, fishing, camping, and ice skating are free or low-cost recreation options. Many programs offer free or low-cost use of adaptive equipment for activities like handcycling, watersports, archery, and introductory flights. Resources for finding such programs include independent living centers, parks departments, and non-profits.
The document provides information about the Northern Tier Canoe High Adventure program, including details about the itinerary, crew, equipment used, rules for the expedition, and definitions of key terms like portaging. The trip involves 8 days of paddling and camping across 93 miles of lakes and portages in the Boundary Waters region between Minnesota and Canada.
This article summarizes the author's opening day turkey hunt. He arrived at his hunting spot before daylight as in past years. As daylight approached, he heard a gobbler sounding off in the distance. He called back and forth with the turkey, trying to lure it closer. Eventually the gobbler came within shooting range, and the author took the shot. The article emphasizes sharing the story behind trophy photos rather than just the photo alone.
These trails are for kids.... the kid in all of us. On February 7, 2009 while walking with my daughter Rachael at Don Davidson Park in Fayetteville, Tennessee we discovered land that we thought could one day be a trail or greenway.
Stowe Mountain Lodge is a luxury resort located in Stowe, Vermont that offers various amenities. It has 312 guest rooms and suites with views of the surrounding mountains. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness center, outdoor pool, and on-site restaurants. The resort is also near outdoor activities like skiing, golfing, fishing, and hiking and hosts business events in its meeting spaces. It has received awards for its sustainable practices and focus on using local materials and artisans.
The document provides information about a visitor map for Idaho State Parks. It begins by explaining that the map is created by Good Solutions Group in partnership with Idaho State Parks and that 20% of proceeds from the map are donated back to Idaho State Parks. It then encourages visitors to practice Leave No Trace principles when visiting parks and provides details on various recreational activities available at Idaho State Parks including hiking, disc golf, rock climbing, mountain biking, fishing, boating, and more. It highlights specific parks and features brief descriptions of activities and attractions at each one.
The Frio Canyon is an outdoor explorers paradise. With the famous Frio River and two majestic state parks - Garner & Lost Maples - there is so much fun to be had. We invite you to come play, rest and relax in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.
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There are 650 people who live in Akiachak, Alaska. Half of the homes have running water and all have electricity. The village is only accessible by plane. The residents are mainly Yupik Eskimos who practice a subsistence lifestyle, hunting moose, caribou, bear and fishing for salmon. Elders play an important role teaching traditions. The school serves kindergarten through 12th grade with about 15 students per class, as the village is small with no roads connecting it to other places.
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3. IN IDAHO, WE ARE
BLESSED
FROM PARKS, TO GREENBELTS TO
WHITEWATER RIVERS,
MOUNTAINS AND CANYONS – WE
HAVE IT ALL!
4. I FEEL LUCKY TO LIVE IN THE MOUNTAINS
I was born and raised in Minnesota.
The Allure of Skiing in the Mountains
is what brought me to the Rocky
Mountain West
Steve skiing Montana Snowbowl …
circa 1978 …
5. UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA - A PERFECT CHOICE
Played #1 singles for the varsity
tennis team and earned a scholarship
– still remember, tuition was $110
per quarter
Took Wilderness & Civilization …
discovered my passion for writing
about Nature and discovering Nature
on a personal level …
Got a history and journalism degree
from Montana and focused on
environmental journalism for
newspapers in the West
6. LIVING IN THE WEST – OUTDOOR JOURNALISM
First job in La Grande in Eastern
Oregon – Got to know the Wallowas
and the Grand Ronde River
Colorado Springs, Colorado –
Covering the outdoors, I had a
season pass to every ski area in the
state – loved that! But too many
people in Colorado!
Boise – Covered natural resources
for the Idaho Statesman and later,
the New York Times
7. MAXIMIZE ON YOUR FREE TIME
In the meantime, I had a HUGE
passion for everything outdoors.
I still do!
In my free time, I wanted to go
biking, rafting, backpacking,
camping, you name it!
I’d mark the calendar to keep
track of how many days I skied,
went rafting, camping,
backpacking, etc.
Brag to my friends about it!
Entice them to go with me!
8. PLUS! BEING OUTSIDE IS GOOD FOR YOU!
It’s uplifting – it’s inspiring – it’s fun!
What if you carved out time to play
outdoors every week? Benefits?
Vitamin D - sunshine
Strengthens heart
Tones muscles
Burns calories
Improves focus – blue sky
thinking
Refreshes the soul
Wonderful feeling of freedom
9. MY MOTTO – NO EXCUSES!
Because of all the wonderful outdoor amenities we
have close to home, it’s easy for anyone to get out
and experience them …
But not everybody does …
Are you picky? Are you opinionated?
Do you make excuses?
Not sure where to start?
Maybe need to meet outdoorsy people?
10. LET’S TAKE A TOUR OF IDAHO –
SEE WHY I CALL IT, THE BEST BASE CAMP IN AMERICA
11. LET’S START WITH OUR LOCAL PARKS
Local parks are a treasure in our
communities – Boise has 110
parks serving 250,000 people
Rest and relaxation close to
home
Pools and playgrounds
Ball fields for soccer, baseball
and softball, tennis courts
Open space for dogs and disc
golf
12. MERIDIAN PARKS & RECREATION
Meridian has 20 parks serving a
population 76,000 people
Meridian has big families, so
they need lots of ball fields
Community pools and
amphitheaters
New, 58-acre Julius Kleiner Park
… cool park that has just about
everything … fishing ponds,
bocce ball and community
garden
13. POCATELLO PARKS AND RECREATION
Pocatello has over 40
parks serving a
population of 55,000
people
Neighborhood parks,
community pools, and
ball fields
Golf and tennis
Portneuf Greenway – 14
miles of pathway
17. BOISE FOOTHILLS – A HUGE PLAYGROUND & FITNESS CTR
The Boise Foothills are a
vast open space reserve
… From the top of Bogus
Basin to the Boise River.
It’s called the Ridge to
Rivers Trail System
200+ miles of hiking,
running and biking trails.
Easy access!
Start with lower loops
and work up to big loops
18. POCATELLO HILLS – AWESOME TRAIL SYSTEM
City Creek Trails – Great for hiking
and biking
Gibson Jack - Ditto
Sterling Justice – Connects Gibson
Creek to City Creek over 12 miles
and 1,500 vertical feet – Cool ride!
Mink Creek Trails – tons of more
hiking, biking, motorcycle and ATV
trails
Trails are close enough to do quick
outings before work, at lunch time
and after work
19. HIKING, TRAIL-RUNNING, MOUNTAIN BIKING = GREAT WORKOUT
The best part is you barely
even know you’re burning
calories because you’re
having fun being outdoors!
Try to get out 3-4 days a
week, hiking, trail-running or
mountain biking on your local
trails …
Hint: Climbing in the hills
increases your workout. You’ll
feel great afterwards …
Why? Endorphins … beauty
of the setting, maybe you had
a chance sighting of wildlife?
20. MOUNTAIN RECREATION = SECOND PAYCHECK
Former Gov. Cecil Andrus
coined the phrase
Mountain Recreation close to
home increases our Quality of
Life
Second paycheck isn’t money
per se, but many would say it
makes us rich in terms of how
we feel after a great trip!
Makes you feel blessed … and
more productive at work!
22. SAWTOOTHS – BEST FOR HIKING AND BACKPACKING
High Mountain Lakes –
Galore!
Loop hikes
Cross-wilderness hikes
Fishing
Camping
Scenery
Quietude
23. New wilderness
areas protected last
year.
Spectacular scenery
Better fishing than
the Sawtooths i.e.,
bigger fish
Remote, harder to
access
WHITE CLOUDS – BACKPACKING & MOUNTAIN BIKING
24. White Clouds – Mountain Biking – World Class!
• Fisher-
Williams
Trail
• Little
Boulder-Big
Boulder
Loop
29. CITY OF ROCKS – MORE THAN ROCK CLIMBING
Mountain
Biking
Horseback
riding
Hiking
Fishing
Camping
30. FITNESS BENEFITS – HIKING & BACKPACKING
Backpacking is strenuous!
Could burn 3,000-5,000
calories a day, depending
on how far you go …
Makes your body hurt
You know you’ve worked
hard
Big payoff when you reach
the high mountain lake or
mountain peak
31. WHITEWATER BOATING IN IDAHO – LEGENDARY!
The Payette River – North
Fork, South Fork, Main Fork
and Middle Fork – Great
learning river …
Boise River for the masses
It’s a thrill to run big rapids
and survive! Surf the holes!
You become an adrenaline
junkie!
32. WHITEWATER BOATING OR SURFING IN BOISE
Boise River Park
Best for kayaking and
surfing
Wave-shaping technology
makes the play wave fun
at different water levels
Allows boaters to play
and build skills close to
home
33. WILDERNESS WHITEWATER VACATIONS - WORLD CLASS
Middle Fork Salmon River
Salmon River
Selway River
Hells Canyon
Dream vacation for
families and friends
Go with an outfitter or
get your own raft and do
it yourself
34. WILDERNESS RIVER VACATIONS
Live it up!
Scrumptious Dutch oven
meals
Boats carry all the gear
Beer, wine and cocktails
available on ice
Quality family time
Seriously off-the-grid
Become one with the river
47. ROAD BIKING – IDAHO IS A GREAT PLACE TO RIDE
Many local rides, from greenbelt
pathways to hill-climbs and everything
in between
In Boise, the place to test your strength
is riding to Bogus Basin – 16 miles,
4,000 verts, 5,000 calories burned, it’s a
tough one but very doable with practice
and training.
Rural roads in Meridian, Nampa and SE
Idaho are excellent for road biking.
Ride Idaho – Week-long ride that
usually covers 400 miles … good one to
do with a group of friends. Ride hard
during the day and party at night.
48. WINTER ACTIVITIES – SKIING AND XC SKIING
Bogus Basin – Quick access
to great skiing in Boise
Pebble Creek – Excellent
local mountain in Pocatello
Brundage Mountain and
Tamarack in Valley County
World-famous Sun Valley
Tubing hills
Parks and Pipes
49. PEBBLE CREEK ROCKS!
Pocatello also is within reach of:
• Grand Targhee
• Jackson Hole
• Snow Basin
• Alta
• Snowbird
51. XC SKIING IN WOOD RIVER VALLEY – WORLD CLASS
Over 200 K’s
of xc trail
52. YURTS, XC SKIING AND SNOWSHOEING
Idaho City Park n’ Ski
Areas & Yurts
1.5 hours from Boise
50+ miles of xc ski and
snowshoe trails
6 backcountry yurts
available for rent
Reasonably priced
Accessible for all abilities
59. OBESITY AND VIDEO GAMES
Sad but true … there are many kids in
Idaho who don’t get outside very
often, if ever …
One in three children or 30% in Idaho
are overweight or obese.
Our kids are spending too much time
in front of the TV or the computer,
playing video games or using
electronics …
We need to get our kids OUTSIDE and
let them be KIDS!
Opportunities are endless!
60. THIS IS A SERIOUS ISSUE!
Idaho ranks 28th out of the
50 states … We can do
better than that!
One option is for parents to
set the example and get
their kids engaged in some
kind of active lifestyle
activity …
Tons of activities right out
the back door!
61. STILL WONDER? HOW TO PLUG IN?
• Join an outdoor club
• Facebook Meet Up
Groups
• Idaho Outdoors Yahoo
Group
• Idaho Hiking Club
• Boise State Outdoor
Recreation Program
• Idaho State University
Outdoor Recreation
Program
62. GO ON GROUP OUTINGS WITH YOUR LOCAL OUTDOOR RETAILERS
• Many outdoor shops
have regular
mountain bike or
road rides each week
• Another good way to
meet new people
• Good way to get
started
63. MY OUTDOOR BOOKS AND MAPS SHOW PEOPLE WHERE TO
GO AND HOW TO GET THERE …
•First guidebook published in 1992
•Many editions published since …
•Tens of thousands of people have bought my books over the years …
64. NATURE’S GIFT
So, in my opinion, We have the
best base camp in America! It’s
all easy to access! No excuses!
It’s a GIFT from NATURE that
we all can enjoy …
Take your kids!
Introduce your friends to your
favorite places!
And remember HAVE FUN!