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AskMen.com
Jasper Anson |
Top 10: National Parks With such a giant landscape to work with, the United States holds a multitude of national parks for local and international tourists to sample any time of the year.   |
Geotimes
September 2005
Kathryn Hansen |
Around Mount Rainier The stratovolcano has not erupted since a few small events were recorded in the early 1800s. But numerous lahars -- mudflows triggered by various events -- continue to reshape the landscape, and the effects are visible throughout the park today. |
Adventure
May 2004
James Vlahos |
The Glacial Gallery Montana's Glacier National Park is one of the world's premier showcases of glaciation, a land of deep valleys separated by spiny aretes, cirques that shelter turquoise tarns, and summits in every conceivable shape, from layer cake to Egyptian pyramid. |
Real Travel Adventures
April 2007
Bonnie & Bill Neely |
Alberta's Wonder Landscape Enjoy the multiple beautiful landscapes, people, mountains, rivers, National and Provencial Parks in Canada. |
High on Adventure
August 2000
Larry Turner |
Autumn Call to the Canadian Rockies Explore the Gems of Waterton, Kananaskis, Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper |
Outside
June 2004
Annette McGivney |
National Park Secret Trips Locals' no-tell favorites, from Acadia to Yellowstone to wildest Alaska--along with a roundup of dream towns nearby, the places to eat, drink, and dance after a day or three in backcountry heaven. |
Outside
May 2010 |
The Best State Parks Follow our guide to America's wild and relatively untrampled state parks, national lakeshores, and recreation areas. |
Geotimes
November 2005
Megan Sever |
A Desert Oasis Now is the time to book a flight into Las Vegas, spend the night in a casino and scratch your gambling itch if you must, and then head out on a few day trips for some natural relief from all the glitz and glamour of the strip. |
Real Travel Adventures
October 2006
Andrew Der |
Maryland's Sea Shore in the Mountains In Maryland, you can be within driving distance of the beach and the mountains. |
AskMen.com
March 28, 2002
Harry Marks |
Top 10: State Parks In America If you live in the US or plan to visit, a trip to a state park is a must. The breathtaking natural beauty on display rivals any artificial monument or government building. Let the perfection of Mother Nature serve as a catharsis from the daily grind... |
Geotimes
April 2004
Megan Sever |
A Midwest Glacial Retreat Giant potholes carved by glacial melt during the last ice age, basalt flows from the mid-continental rift and deep chasms from glaciers offer a great lesson in geology during a hike, rock-climb or canoe trip in Minnesota and Wisconsin Interstate State Parks. |
High on Adventure
December 2006
Larry Turner |
Montana Delights Big Mountain Ski Resort is impressive no matter how you look at it. The views are spell bounding and you can follow each day by eating culinary masterpieces at Cafe Kandahar. |
Geotimes
March 2007
Kathryn Hansen |
Joshua Tree National Park: A Geologic Oasis After a brown, dry winter, 2007 may not be the best year to spot wildflowers at Joshua Tree National Park. But don't let that stop you from making plans to head out to the park. The park's geology, while changing, is not quite as ephemeral or picky as those springtime flowers. |
High on Adventure
December 2007
Larry Turner |
Utah: Skiing Like the Locals Whether a blue or white collar worker or retiree, skiing in Utah will make you happy, tired, fulfilled and hungry for more. |
Outside
November 2009
Will Palmer |
Best Winter Adventures Five of our favorite winter trips. |
AskMen.com
July 22, 2003
Harry Marks |
No Worries In Whistler, BC With a successful bid for the 2010 Olympics, much attention is now being paid to the city of Vancouver and especially to the nearby resort village of Whistler. |
Real Travel Adventures
August 2006
Bonniel Neely |
Quebec, Why Cross the Ocean to France? Most of Quebec is rolling hills, dense forests, and thousands of lakes, both large and small. It's a paradise for water sports, fishing, bird watching, hiking, and ATV's. |
Outside
August 2007 |
Three-Day Adventures Got three free days? Looking for something to do with them? Look no further. Five perfect three-day hiking and biking adventures await. |
High on Adventure
February 2007
Larry Turner |
Chateau Lake Louise: The Diamond in the Wilderness What makes this trek in Canada's "wilderness" interesting is the immense scenery and the chance to carry some of Canada's finest ice wines in your day pack. |
Geotimes
September 2006
Lisa Rossbacher |
Big Lonesome Mountain What makes Gros Morne National Park so special is that its stories match the experience each visitor brings. The more geology you know, the more you will see and the richer the visit will be, but the geology meets all visitors at their own level. |
Geotimes
July 2005
Kathryn Hansen |
Highway to Portage Despite the disappearing glaciers and quicksand-like mud, a trip down Alaska's Seward Highway is refreshing; you can still visit pristine landscapes and potentially dangerous natural phenomena without being fenced out. |
AskMen.com
Salvatore Mann |
Top 10: Spring Skiing Destinations The snow is melting and the leaves are sprouting, but that doesn't mean the winter fun is over. For those wishing to catch some last thrills on the slopes before summer comes, spring skiing is for you. |
Geotimes
September 2004
Sarah Todd Davidson |
The Center of it All: Visiting Central Park New York's Central Park presents a treasure trove of important geologic information. |
Outside
April 2010
Steven Rinella |
Go Big or Go Home Cruise ships and wildlife buses? The tourist staples miss the point of Alaska: It's the last real place to find an epic, crowd-free adventure on American soil. |
High on Adventure
February 2009
Vicki Andersen |
Snowmobiling West Yellowstone, Montana This snowmobile-friendly town accesses the nation's most extensive trail network. |
Inc.
July 2007
Alison Stein Wellner |
Travel: When You Can't Stand the Heat If you really want to chill out on your summer vacation, skip the three S's (sand, surf, and sweltering temperatures) and head to one of these delightfully cool destinations instead. |
Outside
January 2010
Stephanie Pearson |
Winter Escapes Winter weekends are short and dark -- which means you need to be fast and smart. Beat the blues with one of these surprisingly affordable escapes. |
Real Travel Adventures
March 2005
Bonnie Neely |
Lake Tahoe, California & Nevada Fun For All Seasons Whether you are planning a winter or spring break ski trip, a summer family vacation or reunion, a wedding, or a business convention, the Lake Tahoe area has it all for the best time anyone could plan for any time of year and any occasion. |
Geotimes
June 2005
Callan Bentley |
Geology's Maine event Travelers to Maine will find much of interest to a geologist |
Outside
September 2007
Nyberg et al. |
City Slicker Escape from New York (and nine other big cities) with these 40 fast adventures |
BusinessWeek
July 29, 2010
Alex Pasquariello |
Navigator: Vacation Rentals Near Home Skip obvious weekend retreats for something more secluded - and still within four hours of downtown. |
Popular Mechanics
June 2008 |
3 More Classic American Road Trips: War, Wilderness and Whitewater! Road trips for indulging sport, music, and history interests |
Geotimes
February 2006
Selby Cull |
Below Boston's Hills Above those hills is one of America's most revered historical cities, and below them are rocks that span more than half a billion years of Earth's history. |
Real Travel Adventures
May 2005
Neely & Neely |
Camping & RVing at Mt. Rainier National Park Whenever you go, you'll fall in love with this incredible place of wonder. |
Real Travel Adventures
March 2007
Bonnie & BIll Neely |
RV Camping in Manitoba Driving an RV across Manitoba can expose you to pretty countryside, farm lands, and the beautiful sky reflected in the many lakes. |
High on Adventure
August 2008
Lee Juillerat |
Pedaling the Panhandle Truth is, a strong bicyclist could pedal the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes Trail in a day. But why? Think of all there is to be missed. |
Real Travel Adventures
August 2005
Nancy S. Tardy |
Colorful Death Valley National Park Death Valley welcomes thousands of tourists each season of the year, who are surprised at the range and depth of color. |
Smithsonian
June 2007
Tony Perrottet |
Jewel of the Tetons They were the prime movers behind the great Wyoming park. This summer, the Rockefellers are donating a final 1,106 acres, a spectacular parcel to be open to the public for the first time in 75 years. |
Outside
January 2009
Kate Siber |
The Big Chill Our guide to the best winter adventure lodges in North America. |
Outside
July 2004
Dina Mishev |
Peak Season Summer is the new prime time at mountain resorts. Here are a few good reasons to head for the hills when the heat is on. |
Outside
February 2004
Eric Hansen |
Winter's Wonderland Workout Keeping super-fit from November to April outside of the gym is easy. |
Outside
August 2001
Michelle Pentz |
Lost Worlds Going Beyond the African Safari... |
Outside
March 2006
Joseph Carberry |
Ski for Free Ski resorts that go bankrupt have left behind cleared runs, untracked and there for the taking by anybody willing to hike or skin to the top. |
High on Adventure
February 2008
Vicki Andersen |
Skiing the Mammoth Mammoth Mountain certainly lives up to its name with an extensive assortment of trails and terrain parks, and a wide range of options for dining and lodging. |
AskMen.com
November 9, 2000
Harry Marks |
Top 10: Ski Resorts Few things in life beat the luxury and amenities of fine hotels, except perhaps a visit to some choice ski destinations around the world. So bundle up and make some cocoa because we are about to take some crazy vertical drops... |
High on Adventure
December 1999
Larry Turner |
Sundance to Solitude, Utah Utah's Exciting Non-Olympic Venue Resorts |
High on Adventure
December 1999
Lee Juillerat |
At Loose with the Moose at the B Bar This Montana Dude Ranch Welcomes Cross-Country Skiers |
Real Travel Adventures
October 2008
Andrew Der |
Winter in Maryland's Appalachia - or Reality Skiing I felt compelled to re-visit a summer destination in Maryland's Appalachian panhandle - the under appreciated Deep Creek Lake resort |
National Real Estate Investor
April 1, 2005 |
$750 Million Appalachian Mountain Resort Planned 50 Miles From New York City Intrawest is developing Mountain Creek Resort, a community featuring 65,000 sq. ft. of commercial space, 1,700 resort condos ranging from studio to three-bedroom, an 85,000 sq. ft. conference facility and a luxury spa. |
Outside
September 2002 |
Fast Getaways You'll find endless rewards in just 48 hours of freedom. We've got 50 close-to-home adventures right here. |
