(Natural News) Rainy days should not deter adventurers from exploring nature. There are still a lot of ways to enjoy the sights and the sounds despite the weather. In this article we will walk you through some important tips on how to stay perked up and happy while going for a rainy hike. Prior to […]

(Natural News) Approximately 30,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme disease each year in the U.S. Lyme disease is a vector borne disease spread by the black-legged (deer) ticks of the genus Ixodes. Deer ticks do not cause the infection; they are the vector. Vectors transmit an infectious pathogen into another living organism. The infection is […]

(Natural News) Texan researchers have wondered about what our brains are thinking during walks. In a NewsWise article, they studied the way people’s vision directed the placement of their feet while walking. Their findings will benefit patients who cannot move well due to aging, Parkinson’s disease, and strokes. It will also help the development of prosthetic and […]

(Natural News) The outdoor season is here and with that comes more outside activities that involve interacting with Mother Nature. This is almost always a good thing but in some circumstances, these situations can be rough for those used to modern day conveniences, and unless Bear Grylls is your sidekick, you may want to prepare […]

(Natural News) Hikers know the importance of choosing the right pair of pants, especially if you’re going to be climbing for a long time. Your clothing must be lightweight so that they’re comfy, but you also need to have clothing that can withstand the outdoors. These hiking pants are some of the best offered on […]

(Natural News) The wilderness can be treacherous and unforgiving, especially for those who are poorly equipped with the essential survival skills. It is always important to have the right attitude and mindset before venturing out into the wilderness and once adversities and challenges set in. It might be helpful to avoid the following habits in order to […]

(Natural News) Whether it be backpacking, hiking, or conquering the world in survival mode, what you bring determines your success. But in order to bring anything in the first place, you should have a bag to carry all the stuff you need. Selecting the right backpack might not be easy, so here are six questions […]

(Natural News) When hiking in the mountains, it is likely that you will encounter some wild animals. And while some of them will be cute and relatively harmless, some are definitely dangerous. Listed below are four unnoticeable dangerous critters in the wild, according to an article by LoveOutdoors.com: The poison dart frog – Poison dart […]

(Natural News) Hiking is arguably the best way to enjoy the great outdoors, and summer might just be the best time to do it. Mountains, fields, and forests around the country are at their most majestic at this time of the year, so as summer rears its sunny head, you may want to pack your […]

(Natural News) In an astonishing feat of survival, a Taiwanese hiker was rescued in the Himalayas after 47 days stranded in the area, Telegraph.co.uk reported. Twenty-one year-old Liang Sheng-yueh was found in the Nepali section of the famous and notoriously challenging mountain range. The hiker was not just alive, but conscious and even speaking — […]