Outdoor Life

According to early Norse legends, the god Thor rode through the heavens on chariot pulled by goats. Lighting flashed whenever Thor threw his hammer, and thunder crashed as his hammer tumbled against the clouds.

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Facts about cows

I'm ready for my close-up now, Mr. De Mille

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Where does cork come from

This photo shows two men harvesting the bark from a Cork Oak tree.

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Where does rubber come from

Natural rubber is obtained from tropical trees native to the Amazon River Basin. Harvesters tap the trees to collect buckets of liquid latex sap.

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How can we stop pollution

This plastic bottle could have been recycled. Instead, it became litter. Avoid littering and set a good example by picking up trash.

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Where to go on a date

Dinner and movie is a typical idea for first dates. Other great date ideas include flying kites on the beach, ice skating, or visiting a museum together.

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How do birds fly?

But where is that airport?

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Where do pandas live?

Leaves, photographers. I don�t know which taste better.

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Why is snow white?

Hymie, the road is melting over there! We�re doomed!

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Tips for jogging

There are numerous ways to make your jogging routine highly beneficial.

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Where do butterflies live

Yum, yum, yum!

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What to do after graduation

Travel, volunteer work, job hunting, personal reflection... are just a few steps in the journey that begins after graduation

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What to do on your birthday

Debating what to do on your birthday? Plan a meaningful excursion or treat yourself to a luxury

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What to wear skiing

WHEE!

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Winter bulletin board ideas

Cheerful winter-themed bulletin boards can lift classroom spirits during bleak mid-winter school days

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Winter poems for kids

This imaginative winter poem by Gabriel Setoun will help children to learn about seasonal changes

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Elk hunting tips

Not one step closer. This means YOU!

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Women's winter sweaters

From sweater dresses to cowl necks and shawl collars, the 2010 trends for women's winter sweaters have got you covered.

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How to use a metal detector

Gold dubloons, pieces-of-eight and maybe�French fries?

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Living on a boat

if we all stick close together, maybe it won't get that dark!

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How to base layer for outdoor activity

Stylish SmartWool tops make a great base layer for winter activities

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Slalom waterskiing

There's no place for my purse!

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Boating water sports

West Hill Lake, Winsted, photo by Sara Shea. This cold, spring fed lake is one of Connecticut's hidden gems for fishing, sailing, canoeing and kayacking

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Racing sports cars

Toni Fishman, an equity member of the Lime Rock Club, races his vintage Telefunken sports car

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Energy saving at home

The grass is always greener... green roofs offer energy saving solutions

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Go green ideas

25 Go Green Ideas: great green concepts for a brighter world!

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Best hunting times

What's that noise? Who goes there?

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Camping in the south

view of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Moutains - photo by Sara Shea

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Collectible pocket knives

So where is Josephine?

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Camping Safety Tips

You saw a WHAT up the road?

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Bow hunting tips

Bow hunting is a time honored tradition

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Boating safety tips

Enjoy boating safely

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Beach safety tips

Watch out! This really does mean you!

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Summer yard sale tips

I saw this last week. At my house!

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Pool care tips

Map says the treasure is down here somewhere..

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Where are the best surf spots?

Folks who crave some summer fun know surfing fills the bill

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Football tailgate recipes

Some fans follow specific tailgate traditions

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Archery shooting

Archery clubs for all adults and kids can be found in mostly every state

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Swimming pool safety tips

Following swimming pool safety tips will help everyone have a better summer

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Wine pairing guide for summer picnics

Forget formal wine pairing guide rules when it comes to summer picnics

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Garden home decorating - How to decorate your home

Not only will the gnome decorate your garden, he'll protect it from small animals.

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Planning an Oregon Coast vacation

The Oregon Coast is home to beautiful beaches and spectacular vistas, a perfect place to create lasting memories

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Snow boarding destinations

A blast of cold fresh air and the beauty of nature make a perfect combo for those who love a day out on a snow board.

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New years cruise

A Cruise can be a great New Year's getaway!

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Discount snow resorts

Get away to a winter wonderland for less with discounts on snow covered resorts

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How to build a snowman

building your first snowman

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Tips for first time scuba diving

People describe their first time scuba diving as entering a whole new world, beautiful and exotic and unexpected

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The Ins and Outs of Marathon Running

Tips for Surviving a Marathon

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Affordable winter vacation areas

There is nothing like finding a great deal on a winter getaway

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Emergency recipe for baby animal milk

Make sure you have the right formula for the type of baby animal you're feeding

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What is the biggest snake in the whole wide world?

There are some stupendous snakes in nature but the Anaconda takes a trophy for size

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Best lawn mower riding

Easily mow along the edge of the garden or around trees in a new, comfortable zero-turn-radius riding lawn mower

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Learn how to kayak

Although this activity may look easy, there is much to learn before climbing into a kayak and setting out into the water

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What are drift fishing basics?

Drift fishing is the perfect technique to reel in a tasty catfish

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How to choose a western saddle

What kind of riding are you doing? Competitive? Recreational? Ask yourself these questions before choosing a saddle

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Go crazy about California wildflowers

The California poppy, which resembles a happy face turned toward the sun, grows best in sandy, dry soil with access to full light. The California poppy is one of the most widely recognized wildflowers in California

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What do lizards eat?

What a lizard eats depends on what species it is. A rainbow lizard, as shown above, is certainly not a herbivore

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What do frogs eat?

What a frog eats depends on what species it belongs to - there are many species of frogs, found all over the world, except in Antarctica

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What do squirrels eat?

Squirrels have been known to be backyard thieves

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What do rabbits eat?

What do rabbits eat? Everyone imagines rabbits eating carrots and other fresh vegetables, but you'll be surprised to learn what else rabbits eat

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Using sonar fish finders

Sonar equipment sends out electronic pulses to measure how far away objects are

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Interesting facts about Mars

Despite wishful thinking on the parts of many, explorations by numerous orbiting spacecrafts and instrument-packed ground rovers have yielded no sure proof of life on Mars

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