Having to Pee at Night When Camping? Camping is surely one of the greatest joys mother nature has to offer. There is nothing quite like starry skies, making natural, organic food, and lighting up a bright campfire. However, camping also has its cons along with the pros. According to several campers and hikers, one of …

There are several types of jackets, including bomber, biker, denim, and Gore-Tex. Jackets can completely change your outfit, giving you a unique look. They can improve your outfit’s overall look and look pretty classy in person and in photos. If you do not know what Gore-Tex is, it is a breathable, durable, and waterproof fabric …

Swimming in the lake is an extremely liberating yet soothing experience that I believe everyone should experience. But we cannot ignore the risk of illnesses that come with it.  I am not saying let’s avoid swimming altogether. Rather, let’s see how we can be careful while enjoying the overall experience.    Should You Shower After …

Biking is a very good exercise in general, as it keeps me moving, my heart steady, and keeps my blood pumping efficiently. According to the University of Montana, biking is one of the exercises that causes less strain and injuries compared to other sports. Biking is one of those activities where l can be in …

The nightcrawler or large earthworm is a creepy-crawly like no other. As the largest species of earthworm known to man, nightcrawlers or Lumbricus terrestris can reach a staggering length of up to 14 inches (25 centimeters) according to California State University Chico. Even more impressive is how long nightcrawlers can live in good soil conditions. …

If you’re like me, your lighter fluid has likely been sitting in your garage or basement for longer than you can remember. When you go to use it you may wonder if it is safe, or if your lighter fluid has expired. But does lighter fluid actually expire? Or is it safe for you to …

We all know that water will freeze when it reaches a certain temperature. When the molecules in water reach cold enough temperatures they latch on to one another. Once this process begins, you start to see the formation of ice. However, there are certain conditions in which water won’t freeze. This is due to different …

Fully grown grizzlies are such massive creatures you’d think they would be precluded from climbing trees by their sheer size and weight. So, if, by some stroke of misfortune and horrible planning you one day happen to find yourself excitedly running away from an adult grizzly, you might think it a good idea to climb …

Rubbing Coarse Salt on Skin – Does It Make the Skin Tougher? When first faced with the question of how to toughen the skin, most people – myself included – ask, “Why on Earth would you want to do that?” Subsequently, as happened to me, folks are shocked to learn that skin becomes thinner with …

Did you know that elk or Cervus canadensis populations outside of national parks are primarily managed by hunter harvest according to Brigham Young University? Elk are interesting creatures but most of us know very little about these animals. The scientifically minded might be minded to ask, “How could science possibly know whether elk can see …