Tag: lightning
The World’s best places for watching thunderstorms
Thunderstorms can cause damage to buildings and other infrastructure and thus can be dangerous, but they are also fascinating and incredible to watch. You may…
Stay dry while camping in the rain
A rainy day during your hiking trip is not always so romantic. Few hours of pouring rain can result in destroyed electronic devices, wet clothes,…
Lightning storm safety while hiking, camping or backpacking
Nearly 24,000 people are killed annually by lightning strikes. The ones that survive suffer lifelong damage to their physical and mental health. Injuries don’t only…
Wildfires: What we all need to know
Every summer, wildfires sweep around various parts of the world, causing smoke, destruction, and lots of trouble. As most wildfires are created by a force…
Blunders often made by hiking beginners – Yes we have worn denim before
When hiking, careless hikers are more likely to step on Diamondback Rattlers, tumble off a cliff, and otherwise get themselves into trouble. And, quite frankly,…
What To Do If You’re Caught In A Monsoon
The monsoon is defined as a season of prevailing wind and rain that occurs in southeastern Asia, parts of Africa and Australia, and the southwestern…
10 Blunders Often Made By Hiking Beginners – Yes We Have Worn Denim Before
When hiking, careless hikers are more likely to poke Diamondback Rattlers, tumble off a cliff, and otherwise get themselves into trouble. And, quite frankly, our country…
Families Need Backup Power For Winter Outages
Many of us enjoy being out in the winter, camping, walking and other activities when we get home though we generally want that to be…