Camping – A New Zealand Summer Tradition!
If there’s one thing Kiwi’s love it’s camping!
Escaping the city and returning to nature, barbeques every night, swimming in the river or at the beach, and even the sand flies and mosquitoes! It’s a traditional kiwi summer tradition!
Some of the best campgrounds are just a stone’s throw from Auckland city – so why not pack up the kids and the family dog and check out our favourite three?
Muriwai Beach Motor Camp and Campground.
Just 40 minutes drive from Auckland; Muriwai is the closest...
November 23rd, 2010 | theaucklandguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: camping, Family Friendly, Free Activities
A Scenic Drive on the Malahat Highway
A recent trip had me driving along the Malahat Highway (map) on the way to beautiful Bamberton Beach Provincial Park, on the Saanich Inlet north of Victoria. This is one of the west coast’s most scenic highways and it’s worth a trip to the Island just to experience it.
The Highway is named after the Malahat First Nations. It’s a rugged mountain road with forest and steep cliffs and viewpoints that provide stunning scenic vistas of Saanich Inlet, the Saanich Peninsula, Saltspring...
August 11th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: beaches, camping, featuredarticle, road trip
Become an Outdoorsy Woman
... curls or camouflage.
Hiking, fishing and canoeing at BOW Camp.
You’ll learn skills such as gun safety, shooting, angling (including fly fishing), camping, Dutch-oven cooking, map and compass reading, and marksmanship with rifle and bow are taught. If you’re a budding photographer, choose a class in wildlife photography, or learn about the indigenous wildlife of Northern Arizona with bird watching and “hawk talks.” You can also brush up on your canoeing, kayaking, and learn how to rappel...
July 30th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: camping, Outdoors & Recreation
It’s Summer Music Festival Time
... (July 16-18) This Kootenay festival headlines the Headpins, Bif Naked, Default, the Trews, 54.40 and features Eric Burdon & the Animals. camping and a shuttle bus to the festival grounds. Tickets (map)
Bass Coast Project (July 23-26) in Squamish presents live and electronic music featuring Montreal legend Megasoid, art, fashion shows and yoga. Tickets (map)
Bonfire Music Festival (July 23-25)at Moon Farm on the Sunshine Coast: 9506 Pemberton Portage, Birken is a celebration of good times...
June 25th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: camping, featuredarticle, festival, music, summer events
Urban Camping in NYC (and It’s Free!)
... join the Urban Park Rangers in New York City on Friday and Saturday nights this July and August! The Urban Park Rangers have put together a summer camping experience at parks within the five boroughs that starts with a cookout, followed by activities such as stargazing and night hikes. They even provide the tents and food!
There are a few opportunities left to take advantage of, so mark your calendar for the registration date*!
This could be your view while camping in NYC!
OWL’S HEAD PARK...
June 25th, 2010 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: camping, featuredarticle
Smokey Was Right, You Can Prevent WildFires
... tragedy could have been prevented.
Here are some tips that can help contribute to the prevention of forest fires by being more responsible while camping or hiking.
Extinguish cigarettes completely and do not throw butts near trees or dry leaves while in the forest. This also goes for not throwing your butts out your car window. We’re surrounded by desert with dry plants that can ignite easily.
Fluid or fuel leakage from your car can help start a fire. Park away from trees and dry areas.
Avoid...
June 22nd, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: camping, how to prevent wildfires
Camping and RVing in British Columbia
... leave fires unattended etc.
BC has one of the best maintained and remarkable park systems in the world, so perhaps paying those extra costs makes camping all worthwhile after all.
There are more than 340 campgrounds, 11,000 campsites, 250 day-user sites and 6,000 kilometers of trails for hikers. In addition, BC has 520 plus private RV parks and campgrounds. There are also 1200 forest recreation sites located on Crown land for campers who like to go off the beaten track and rough it.
For information...
June 19th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: camping, featuredarticle, outdoor recreation
Meet the Flintstones
... Highway 64 and continue 27 miles to Bedrock City.
Hours:
Daily 6 am-sunset (summer), 7 am-sunset (winter)
Phone:
928-635-2600
Admission:
$5
$12 – camping for two; $1.50 for each additional person. Utility hookups are extra.
Photos courtesy of flickr – dinosaur and fred
...
June 17th, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Attractions, camping, family, featuredarticle, kids
Beat the Summer Heat
Ilha Grande
Ok, so blazing sunshine and 40 degree heat might not sound too terrible, but there are times when the heat and humidity of Rio summertime can get a little overwhelming.
And while the crashing waves of the city’s beaches provide a little respite from the sweltering heat, the waters tend to be so packed with other hot and bothered holiday makers that there’s scarcely any elbow room.
At times like this, the best way to beat the extreme heat is to hop on a bus and head for quieter...
February 20th, 2010 | therioguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Angra dos Reis, backpacker, beach, boat trips, budget, camping, costa verde, guesthouses, hostels, Ilha Grande, Paraty
50 Amazing Green Travel Destinations
I love traveling and I’ve been to a lot of cool eco-minded places. Of course I haven’t gotten to go everywhere I want to. I’m always seeing or hearing about new places that look so amazing, and so I usually add them to my mental list of “MUST someday visit” places.
That said, in case you’re looking for a green trip idea, or just somewhere eco-friendly to visit, I decided to compile a list – places I’ve been and places I’d love to visit. As I post...
September 13th, 2009 | Jennifer | Read More | Comments: 5Filed under: backroads, biking, camping, eco travel, family travel, green family travel, green travel, hiking, trip advisor
15 Excellent Eco-Travel Resources
If you’re looking for a green hotel, green travel destination, or tons o’ eco-friendly travel advice check out these 15 super keen green travel links.
Off the Radar – Online magazine and newsletter for adventure travelers with a focus on independent travelers, personal travel stories and experiences and sustainable, environmentally sensitive travel.
Manaca – Awesome in-depth eco-ratings of all sorts of green places and eco-lodging.
Center for Sustainable Travel Destinations...
September 12th, 2009 | Jennifer | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: backroads, biking, camping, eco travel, family travel, green family travel, green globe, green travel, hiking, manaca, off the radar, organic food, organic vacation, sustainable travel, Traveling the Green Way, trip advisor
Stay Longer for Free at Big4 Holiday Parks
Fancy a longer getaway? Big4 Holiday Parks are making it happen, with a very special promotional deal.
When you book a two-night stay at any Big4 Holiday Park in New South Wales, you’ll receive a third night absolutely free. This offer applies until August 31.
There are 18 parks to choose from, including the Big4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park near Narrabeen.
Just head to the Big4 Holiday Parks website, click on the “Special Offers” tab, and quote the promotional code FREENIGHT to enjoy the...
August 12th, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Big4 Holiday parks, camping, free, News, promotion
100 Days of Summer: Get Out and Go Camping
“It’s just great,” says Linda Profaizer, president and CEO of the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds in Larkspur, Colo., of camping. “It’s a great way to not only spend time outdoors, but also spend quality time with family and friends.”
According to Travel Industry Association with source credit to Adventure Travel Report, camping is the the number one outdoor vacation activity in America.
So, when was the last time that you’ve gone camping? If you had to think...
August 5th, 2009 | Apryl Chapman Thomas | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: camping, Get Out, Get Outdoors, outdoors, road trip, Southern-Byways, Things to See in the South, vacation, Weekend Trip
The Jewel of the Gulf Islands: Galiano
Like many of the Gulf Island in Georgia Straight, off the B.C. Coast, Galiano Island is known as an artist’s and writer’s island. It’s easy to understand how creative people have made their homes there. Galiano has a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers. It’s a romantic island, with pretty sunsets, dramatic sandstone cliffs and lush forests of arbutus, cedar and Garry oak. The island has several eco sensitive areas that will be protected and kept as forests. ...
July 29th, 2009 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: beach, camping, cycling, Family Friendly, fishing, hiking, island, kayaking, Outdoors & Recreation, parks, whale-watching
Backroads: Green Family Trip Advisor
Backroads is an eco-friendly travel agency with plenty of perks. An excellent new feature for families at Backroads is the Family Trip Advisor. The advisor walks you through some super fast questions about your family – ages of kiddos, when you want to go, if your family is moderately or super active, and so on. Then they calculate a few perfect ideas for your circumstances.
I used the family advisor tonight to see what trips might pop up and mine were:
The Grand Tetons and Yellowstone –...
July 29th, 2009 | Jennifer | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: backroads, biking, camping, eco travel, family travel, grand tetons, green family travel, green travel, hiking, trip advisor, yellowstone
Trail & hiking safety for families
... forecast always pack cold weather gear – just in case. Warm days can turn extra chilly at night, especially if you’re not used to camping and hiking. Hypothermia is extremely dangerous, and happens when your body temp lowers too much. Know the signs of hypothermia in both kids and adults.
Bring extra garbage bags so you can pack up and carry out any refuse you come across.
See some more tips for safe and eco-friendly hiking and camping.
Photo by Bob Von Normann: Courtesy Humboldt County...
July 22nd, 2009 | Jennifer | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: basic first aid class, camping, eco-friendly hiking, experienced hikers, green adventures, green vacation, hiking, Hypothermia, into the wild
It’s Folk Music Festival Time!
... the Festival’s website for detailed directions. You can also take the West Coast Express from Vancouver and stay the weekend. There is camping on-site @ $20 per adult for weekend and other amenities. For local accomodations check with Mission Visitor Info Centre or Abbotsford Visitor Centre
This is a beautiful outdoor setting overlooking the river. For a day in the outdoors bring along insect repellent, sun hat and sunscreen, warm clothes for evening, waterproof ground cover and rain...
July 12th, 2009 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Announcements, beach, camping, Events, Family Friendly, folk music, outdoors, Outdoors & Recreation, park, The Arts
Huck Finn Jubilee for Fathers and Others
... Pack your imagination and come on down!
Huck Finn Jubilee
June 19-21
$15-$20 per day, adults; $5, ages 6-11, under 6, free
Weekend passes available; camping at additional charg
Mojave Narrows Reginal Park
18000 Yates Rd, Victorville 92392
Event information: (951) 341-8080
...
June 19th, 2009 | M. L. Johnson | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Arts and Entertainment, camping, classic cars, crafts, escapes, Events, Family Friendly, father's day, Food & Beverage, games, Huck Finn, music, singing
This Weekend. . . the Tacoma RV Show
This weekend. . .
. . . head to Tacoma for the Tacoma RV Show.
With the price of gas continuing to drop, the forecast is that more travelers will be taking driving vacations than flying this summer.
These RV’s may guzzle a bit of gas, but when you factor in the reduced food and lodging charges, it may just pencil out to be the perfect budget vacation option for you and your family.
Location: 2727 East D Street, inside the Tacoma Dome (map it)
Date & Times: January 7th – 11th,...
January 8th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: camping, car-trips, Events, Family Friendly, Getting Around - Local Transportation, recreational vehicles, Scenic & Short Trips, Sports & Recreation, Tacoma, This Weekend
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