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Image Credit: OutsideOnline.comYou can visit parks for free right now, but you still need to take precautions to prevent the spread of the coronavirusAs the world comes to a standstill as we try to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we encourage all of you to hunker down right now, too. In the meantime, we'll keep publishing news to help you navigate the state of travel today (like whether travel insurance covers the coronavirus), as well as stories about places for you to put on your bucket list …

Sadly after 58 years in business Adventure 16 has closed their doors for good. Adventure 16 was a legendary outdoor retailer founded in San Diego County. The store’s president John Mead, whose uncle Mic Mead incorporated the business, said the store has experienced a decline in gear sales and a major slowdown in foot traffic in recent years. That, plus the changing retail landscape and the cost of doing business in Southern California, were too much for the independent retailer to go on.Joh …

A kayak or what some refer to as a kayack is a small, narrow watercraft which is typically propelled by means of a double-bladed paddle. The traditional kayak has a covered deck and one or more cockpits, each seating one paddler. Kayaks There are different types of Kayaks and they are classified in different ways. These classification range from the material that the kayak is made from, where you sit, and shape and size of the kayak.The first kayaks were made by hunters, who used them on lakes, …

You love to hike but you want your loyal companion to join in on the adventure with you? Here are a few places we found in San Diego County where you are your dog can enjoy the scenic and easy hiking trails. For the greatest experience, there are some important things to always remember when hiking with your dog. Your dog must always be on a leash, bring plenty of water, check your dog’s paws for sores or cuts, have your dog vaccinated for rabies, check your dog for fleas before and after the hi …

See what Sterling Rope has to say about easy rope care.Here at Sterling, we appreciate the power of gravity and your need to confront it safely. We build our products to stand up to the rigors of climbing and we take that level of trust very seriously. Ropes, however, do not last forever. Climbing and technical rope work exposes ropes to abrasion, fatigue, sunlight and constant loading. Severe falls, lack of protection over an edge, exposure to excessive temperatures, chemicals or improper use w …