The latest in Camping

New O'Keeffe exhibit shows artist's different side

2010-02-22T10:01:39Z

<div id="subtitle">Cowgirl Museum's new O'Keeffe exhibit shows how camping trips in West inspired her paintings</div><div><p>The elegant Georgia O'Keeffe is known for her large-scale paintings of vibrant flowers and trees, but inspiration for her other works came during many rustic camping trips out West.</p><p>That little-known side of O'Keeffe is t...

Camping in Style - The Features of Luxury French

2010-02-22T18:49:55Z

Camping holidays in France can be done in comfort and in style. Learn more about the features of the very best campsites.<br><br>If you like to enjoy comfort and the finer things in life on your camping holidays, France is likely to be the destination for you. It has long been the most popular destination for UK campers looking to relax under canvas abroad, both ...

Camping and Your Car

2010-02-22T19:06:14Z

I have a Jeep Liberty. Jeeps, historically, have almost always been manufactured first and foremost as vehicles that you could take ?off road?. For instance, when I used to travel to the Outer Banks of North Carolina in order to conduct sociolinguistic research for my Master's Degree, I would often take my Jeep on the sandy beaches and drive down the coast until I found a quiet spot. ...

The Spectacular Sights of France

2010-02-22T19:39:49Z

Want to see the most stunning sights France has to offer? Learn more about four spectacular places to visit whilst camping in France.<br><br>The Spectacular Sights of France<br><br>If you are camping in France, you may be after many things. A raucous family holiday by the sea, a peaceful escape in secluded countryside, a gourmet's holiday in fine restaurants and vineyards, a cultural holiday sp...

Record visitation at SD state parks in 2009

2010-02-22T23:30:37Z

<div id="subtitle">South Dakota state parks a popular spot in 2009 despite bad economy, higher entrance fees</div><div><p>South Dakota's state parks and recreation areas set records in visitation and camping use last year amid a shaky economy and higher entrance fees.</p><p>Camping in 2009 increased 10 percent over the previous year, while overall visitation was up 7 percent, said France can make for a fantastic holiday all year round, with each of the four seasons offering something different.<br><br>Autumn<br><br>Everyone associates the autumn with the leaves turning a wonderful colour, before they ...

The Secret to Enjoying a Nice Family Camping Trip

2010-02-23T13:52:15Z

Author: Matt Helphrey

Camping is probably one of the most enjoyable ways to vacation with your family. Family camping trips are a great way to bond with each other and enjoy the peaceful and serene environment of the great outdoors. It will allow you to get away and not think about all of the stressors that every day life in the city brings you. Here are a few things to consider for your next family camping trip.

Children absolutely will love the chance to do somethi...

NASCAR, partners plan up to 500 branded campgrounds

2010-02-23T14:05:30Z

<div><p>CHICAGO (Reuters) - NASCAR plans to roll out up to 500 branded campgrounds in the United States in a move to build consumer loyalty to the U.S. auto racing circuit and attract a new generation of fans.</p><p>The sports org...

Propane Fire Pit ? Entertain your Guests Outdoor with a Propane Fire Pit

2010-02-23T19:23:47Z

Previously, the word fire pit actually implied a hole in the ground in which one could add some wood to make a fire in the woods or deep forests. But in modern cities no one has the space or the time to make a hole in the ground and make a fire pit. Thus, with the change and modernization of society, these days you get a variety of fire pits to fit into the outdoor space that you have in your own home and for city dwellers or people who live in urban settings, the propane fire pit is the bes...

Houseless, not homeless stay at Tenn. campground

2010-02-25T02:52:54Z

<div id="subtitle">Almost homeless: Loss of housing sends some families to tents, Tenn. campground</div><div><p>Terry Lee Ballard holds a sign when he goes looking for work in front of hardware stores. It reads: "No job. No food. Almost homeless."</p><p>He's almost homeless because he lives at a campground in a ten...

Homeless Campers

2009-09-25T00:30:25Z

In this photo taken Sept. 13, 2009, Troy Renault holds his son Z, 2, in front of the trailer they live in at Timberline Campground in Lebanon, Tenn Troy Renault lost his job as an assistant project manager for a construction company and then lost his home. The campground, unlike some others, welcomes people who have lost their homes but not their desire to keep their families...

Kayaking Camping

2010-02-25T04:50:08Z

Kayaking is an extremely enjoyable activity that allows enthusiasts to revel in the great outdoors. Thus, like hiking, backpacking and trekking, kayak camping too has become extremely popular, especially among the youth. <br><br>Kayaking Camping Guidelines<br><br>Kayak camping is a great way of spending the holiday as paddlers can enjoy a thrilling whitewater kayaking session or a leisure kayaking session on a lake and then camp in the t...

Yankee magazine recommends fall camping spots

2010-02-25T10:17:13Z

<div id="subtitle">Yankee magazine recommends 5 fall camping spots in New England</div><div><p>Yankee magazine's September-October issue features the five best camping spots in New England for fall:</p><p>_Little Moose Management Unit in Greenville, Maine

YankeeFoliage.com for leaf-peeping trips

2010-02-25T10:20:05Z

<div id="subtitle">YankeeFoliage.com for leaf-peeping trips</div><div><p>Yankee Magazine has a one-stop Web site for planning trips to see autumn color in New England this year at http://www.YankeeFoliage.com.</p><p>The site includes a Kidszone where kids can color, do crafts and learn about leaves; a foliage blog and forum by Volkswagen Euro van, posing in Madison, Wis. Benarek travels all over the United States in his camper van. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)

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2009-08-26T20:20:45Z

U.S. military vehicles set up camp in the desert in the Maywand district in this Nov. 28, 2008 photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Bill Graveland....

Guide to Repairing Camper Shells

2010-02-25T15:30:28Z

Camper shells are very useful for those who love the outdoors. They can last for many years as long as you know how to maintain and fix them when they need minor repairs.<br><br>Step-by-step Guide on Repairing a Camper Shell<br><br>Almost all pop-up campers available around have hard and soft shells. For the roof, pop-up campers usually have a hard shell. This type is a recent invention used by outdoor enthusiasts particularly families t...

Stutterers Camp

2009-08-25T08:16:29Z

Taro Alexander, left, and Tyler Coles, 9, of Brooklyn, N.Y. get the campers warmed up during a rally at Camp Our Time Friday, Aug. 14, 2009 in Rock Hill, N.Y. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

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