Winter animals in the West
While bears may hibernate through the winter, there is plenty more animal activity that occurs during the winter months around the West. From following the tracks of the elusive lynx...
Hiking with dogs- Trail obedience
Dogs and the great outdoors seem to go hand in hand. After all, most dogs evolved from wolves. When you’re hiking with dogs, most seem to revert to their natural...
Where to observe elk
From mid-September into October, male elk (bulls) begin their yearly search for a mate. To show dominance, males will bugle to attract female elk. They also engage in antler wrestling...
Open-water safety
According to the CDC, drowning is the leading cause of death of children in the United States. Fatal drowning is the second-leading cause of unintentional injury death, behind motor vehicle...
Planning a family hike
Hiking is perhaps one of the healthiest, least expensive and most accessible forms of outdoor activity that exists. It’s also a great way for the whole family to spend time...
13 National Parks to add to your bucket list
Photographer Andy Crawford travels roughly six months out of every year, and he never misses a chance to add another national park to the list of those he’s photographed. His...
Some foods your dog shouldn’t eat
Outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and trail running with dogs are fun. But it’s important to keep a watchful eye on what your dog might lick, eat, drink, or roll in....
How to use clicker training to teach your puppy new skills
To become successful adventure companions, puppies have a lot of skills to master. Clicker training is a great method for helping puppies learn. The method marks and rewards good behavior....
How to fuel your active dog for everyday adventures
Active dogs need a diet with the right kind of energy to fuel their activities. Dogs who accompany their owners on long trail runs or bike rides need a different...
How to train your puppy
“Happiness is a warm puppy,” said Charles Schulz, the creator of the Peanuts comic strip. That’s because puppies hit a soft spot in our heart. But that puppy phase goes...
