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Glacial Majesty

May 04, 2020 12:00 AM
John F. Kennedy said America’s national parks are meant to ensure that future generations “may know the majesty of the earth as we know it today.” Nowhere is such preservation as apparent as at Glacier National Park, which puts some of Earth’s grandest majesties on breathtaking display. The park, as Life Magazine writer Bill Gilbert puts it, has no single defining feature or attraction, but rather stands as a monument to the underlying forces of nature. Glacier National Park’s vast wilderness and striking scenery are sure to offer rest from your cares, and there are many ways to enjoy them. Camping Glacier National Park's location in the secluded northwestern corner of Montana doesn’t easily lend itself to day trips. As such, it’s best to find a place to stay for a few days in the park, and camping is easily the best way to experience everything the park has to offer.
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Ghosting Utah

May 02, 2020 12:00 AM
Utah County is definitely not the first location that comes to mind when the topic of ghost towns is mentioned. It is, however, a hidden gem of abandoned mines, ghost towns, and other forgotten locations. In addition to these ghost towns, Utah County is also home to several urban legends and supernatural happenings. Thistle, Utah (located in Spanish Fork Canyon) Thistle, dating back as early as 1878, was predominantly a farming community. In 1890, Thistle became accessible by railroad, which brought business to the small town. Disaster struck in 1983; a landslide blocked the river. The river blockage caused flooding and more landslides to bombard the town of Thistle. A mandatory evacuation notice forced residents to abandon their homes and farms. Residents only had a few hours to prepare before evacuating, so many families were forced to leave their belongings. Houses ended up completely submerged, and the railroad and highways running through Thistle were buried under fifty feet of mud. Even after the disaster subsided, Thistle remained abandoned. Today, remnants of old houses, buildings, and farms can be seen where Thistle once thrived. Weeping Widow (Located in Spanish Fork Cemetery) The Weeping Widow is an elegant gravestone carved into the shape of a woman. Located in the Spanish Fork Cemetery, the statue depicts a young woman, crouched down, with her hand near her face. Legend has it that this woman is mourning for her lost baby. During the night, the statue is said to actually cry tears. Some even claim to be able to see the tear stains during the day. Knightsville, Utah (located near East Tintic Mountains) Knightsville was a small mining town, with over 1000 residents in 1907. However, the mining wasn’t a sustainable venture. People began moving out in 1907, and the entire town was deserted by 1940. Today, old foundations make up the majority of the ruins, but Knightsville’s cemetery is still in surprisingly good condition. Rock Canyon (located near Provo, Utah)It is not uncommon for hikers to report hearing heart-chilling screams echoing throughout the canyon. Rock Canyon has an unfortunate history of hikers falling to their death. Several people have reported incidents of seeing a man fall from the cliffs but disappear before hitting the ground. Even more chilling, Andy Weeks wrote in his book, Haunted Utah, that “evidence of satanic rituals and the bodies of murder victims” have also been found in the canyon. Tibble Fork Parking Lot (Located in American Fork Canyon) Rumor has it that if a driver does three loops at the top of Tibble Fork parking lot, a ghost will be summoned. After making all three loops, the sound of another engine can be heard; doing the loops summons a ghostly hearse. Any attempt to leave the parking lot results in a high-speed chase. The ghostly hearse will apparently chase the tail lights, forcing you down the mountain and out of the canyon.
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7 Winter Hiking Tips and Essentials

December 04, 0020 12:00 AM
Hiking is a fantastic way to get out into nature and be active during spring, summer, and fall. But once winter rolls around, it can seem daunting to face the freezing weather and icy conditions. However, there’s no reason to let the cold stop you from seeing the gorgeous majesty of nature in winter. The first step to an enjoyable winter experience is having the right equipment and an understanding of proper layers. Remember that base layers keep you warm, and outer layers—or shell layers—keep you dry. Here are seven other essential winter hiking items to make your excursion comfortable and safe:
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You Really Need to Know About Traveling to Norway in the Winter

December 02, 0020 12:00 AM
Yes, traveling to northern Norway in the winter sounds absolutely freezing. And it is. So get yourself a thick Norwegian coat and hang on while we walk through the Norwegian winter activities that you didn’t know you needed.
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Highway to Helen

March 23, 0020 12:00 AM
It all started with an earthquake. On March 20, 1980, the communities in Skamania County, Washington, US, experienced a 4.2 magnitude earthquake; this was the first definite sign that Mount St. Helens, a volcano that had been largely dormant, was about to erupt.
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The Darby Ice Caves

October 24, 0019 12:00 AM
The Trail
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Australia's Great Ocean Walk

July 13, 0019 12:00 AM
The Great Ocean Road stretches across the southern border of Victoria, Australia, running 151 miles. Cutting across dense forests, along stunning coastlines, and around steep hills, the Great Ocean Road is considered one of the most beautiful roads in the world.
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Vietnam Highlands - The Highs and Lows of Northwest Vietnam

June 01, 0019 12:00 AM
Vietnam is famous not only for its healthy cuisines, but also for its natural wonders and landscapes. In Southeast Asia, Vietnam has become one of the top traveling destinations because of its beauty, cuisines, and the locals’ hospitality. Furthermore, besides housing Vietnamese (or Kinh) people, Vietnam is also the homeland of many other ethnic minority groups, such as the Hmong, Tay, Thai, and Dao people, enriching the country with diversity of culture, tradition, and history. Most of these ethnic minority groups live in the highlands of Vietnam where you can experience many fun, unique and meaningful outdoor cultural experiences.
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Land of Fire and Ice: A Journey to the End of the Earth

February 14, 0019 12:00 AM
Photo by Michael R. Morris
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Life Above the Death Zone: Survival Over 26,000 FT.

January 02, 0019 12:00 AM
Inspiration
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Colorado: A Hiker's Paradise

April 11, 0018 12:00 AM
We Coloradans might not pledge allegiance to our state flag like the Texans, but we have plenty of state pride, and much of it stems from the natural beauty of CO. Open spaces, trails, and mountains galore make this state a hiker’s paradise. Here are just a few of the diverse attractions for the avid hiker:
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Discover the Lost Coast

April 07, 0018 12:00 AM
The rough strip of California’s coastline between Fort Bragg and Crescent City is often known to non-locals as simply “the Redwoods,” but to the people who live there, it is the Lost Coast, a land of wonder and defiantly eccentric culture, a land of drifting mists and towering trees. On your trip through the Lost Coast, discover its secrets by stopping at a few of these forests, wildlife refuges, beaches, and centers of local culture.
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Mariposa: Metamorphosis in Mexico

October 01, 0016 12:00 AM
Imagine a forest surrounded by blankets of monarch butterflies so thick that their orange hues obscure the horizon, foliage, and trees. The butterflies flutter around you, and some willingly land on your shoulders. The monarchs’ winter refuge in Mexico is not easily accessible to tourists, but it is well worth the travel.
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Antarctica

June 30, 0016 12:00 AM
Fly in a helicopter. Hike to a beautiful view. Snowboard and ski. These outdoor activities seem standard to a variety of travel destinations. But add snowshoeing over untouched, snow-white flatlands, hanging out with colonies of penguins, and escalating up icebergs, and your vacation takes a sharp turn—a sharp turn south. Welcome to Antarctica.
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Follow the Acorns: Traveling the Pennine Way

August 30, 0014 12:00 AM
The sun is sinking into the everlastingly green knolls of the English countryside, covering the valley in a glow that makes this picturesque landscape almost seem unreal. A trail winds through the scene, a thin line of worn land in some places and nothing more than an indentation in the grass in others.
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From Vegas Lights to Mountain Heights

October 06, 0013 12:00 AM
Las Vegas is known for its extravagant casinos and bustling nightlife, but few people are familiar with the gorgeous landscapes situated just 45 minutes from the center of the Strip. Perfect for hiking, these locations offer a wide variety of sights and experiences for everyone—from the amateur climber to the experienced trekker.
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Dr. Summer Rupper: Life on the Rocks

June 29, 0013 12:00 AM
If you were choosing a field of study, would glaciers ever cross your mind? After talking to Dr. Summer Rupper, maybe they would. Rupper is a mother of two, a professor, and a glaciologist, and her field studies on glaciers take her to exotic places all over the world. Although it can be painful for her to leave her family for long stretches of time, Dr. Rupper still loves what she does as a glaciologist.
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Albuquerque: The Right Turn

February 28, 0012 12:00 AM
In his travels, Bugs Bunny regularly wound up going a direction opposite from what he intended, arriving in such diverse places as the Himalayas or Scotland. The reason for these mixed-up and mistaken destinations? He “shoulda taken that left toin at Albukoikee.”
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