Tap your inner adventurer in the Evergreen State Nov 2, 2009
com for events, tours, links to transportation venues, the official state , camping opportunities and much more. Courtesy of ARAcontent. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
First big Imperial Valley dunes weekend opens for fun Nov 2, 2009
The 27-year-old from Phoenix likes the camping and hanging out with friends who have all come from different places. Ramirez s friend Lety Rivas agreed, adding that the weather was nice, and the area is a great ride. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Busch Steals Truck Win From Bodine At Talladega Nov 1, 2009
(Sports Network) - Kyle Busch got a perfect push from his Billy Ballew Motorsports teammate Aric Almirola to pass Todd Bodine for the lead a couple of hundred yards away from the finish line for the victory in Saturday's Mountain Dew 250 Camping World Truck Series race at Talladega Superspeedway. An eleven-truck pileup in the closing laps set up a green-white-checkered finish. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ron Hornaday Jr. Wins Copart Challenge of Champions Nov 1, 2009
Hornaday won the Challenge against fellow Camping World Truck Series Driver Todd Bodine with a final score of 642 to 594. Copart sponsors two Truck Series champions the No. 33 Copart truck driven by Hornaday, the 2007 champion, and the No. 30 Copart Tundra driven by Bodine, the 2006 champion. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Elk Country: An easy drive north to view a most spectacular animal Nov 1, 2009
Camping and public restrooms nearby in state park. On Rt. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Well, day-night racing works in Charlotte Oct 31, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Oct 30, 2009 09:09 PMModified Fri, Oct 30, 2009 09:09 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Braun Tops In Truck Qualifying At Talladega Oct 31, 2009
(Sports Network) - Colin Braun claimed his fourth pole in the Camping World Truck Series this season after winning Friday's qualifying for the Mountain Dew 250 at Talladega Superspeedway. Braun lapped the 2. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Memphis Motorsports Park Shuts Down Oct 31, 2009
(Sports Network) - Dover Motorsports Inc. announced on Friday it is closing Memphis Motorsports Park and moving its Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series dates to other tracks in 2010 ... "NASCAR has approved the realignment of our NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series events from Memphis Motorsports Park to our Nashville and Gateway facilities." Memphis had hosted a truck race each year since 1998 and a Nationwide event each season since 1999. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Sierra search expands for man, 73 Oct 31, 2009
The trail follows the ridgeline until reaching Mehrten Meadow, a popular camping spot. The search for a 73-year-old man last seen Sunday on the trail to Mount Whitney was expanded Friday, with teams scouring both sides of the Sierra Nevada crest. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
NASCAR Makes Rule Adjustments For Truck Series In 2010 Oct 31, 2009
"They will not only continue to assist teams with their costs, but they will help intensify the tough competition of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.". Copyright 2009 The Sports NetworkAll rights reserved. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Two-Time NASCAR Champion Tony Stewart to Present Third Annual 'Stewie Awards' Live on SIRIUS XM Radio Dec. 3 Oct 30, 2009
SIRIUS XM is the Official Satellite Radio Partner of NASCAR, broadcasting every NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, NASCAR Nationwide Series and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race live on SIRIUS NASCAR Radio, channel 128, the only radio channel dedicated to NASCAR 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more information please visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
DLNR to continue rockfall mitigation at Kalalau Beach Oct 30, 2009
Campers will be directed to alternative camping sites and water sources ... The development of subsequent permanent measures will include relocation of camping and toilet facilities to minimize public exposure to potentially hazardous areas where frequent rockfall occurs; and the consultation with pertinent government agencies and community organizations to ensure compliance and understanding of the necessity for these protection measures and improvements ... In April 2008, DLNR closed selected... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
24 South St. Notebook Oct 30, 2009
" The fact that city officials and private parties are moving forward leads me to believe they think the city does need something like this.It's not my place to take a stance on whether people should support a theater festival, or support the proposal to tear down Kalet's and build a venue. But I will say this:When I was in college, my friends and I took a trip up the California coast a couple times. Camping along on beaches, the preferred route was to follow the coast just past the border with... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
2009 Nationwide Series Schedule Oct 30, 2009
Feb. 14 Camping World 300; Tony Stewart ... June 20 Camping World RV Rental 250, West Allis, Wis ... June 27 Camping World RV Sales 200, Loudon, N.H.; Kyle Busch. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Do adults without kids waste their time? Oct 30, 2009
but related to the end of yesterday when you posted that Michael was now sick, too both he and Walsh are reaping the benefit of the weekend camping trip in the rain and cold I know, I know, you can only catch a cold from a carrier to whom you have been exposed they were exposed to plenty ... Right now I choose to dedicate time to camping, watching tv, going out on the weekends and the spur of the moment, playing softball, mountain biking, etc ... i go camping, watch TV, sleep in as late as i... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
What makes a good song? Oct 30, 2009
Ragsdale wants to describe the joys of camping out in the wilderness, but words are failing him ... After explaining the songs camping theme, Ragsdale has each student describe his or her favorite part about roughing it in the wilderness. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Water, Wings and Wild Things Saturday Celebrates Nature Oct 29, 2009
Attendees will be able to walk through the campsite and learn more about the recreational activities allowed at Circle B Bar Reserve, including camping, picnicking and equestrian. Inside Polk s Nature Discovery Center, attendees will be able to experience several interactive exhibits that focus on the Green Swamp, water systems, Central Florida lakes, Polk County s natural resources, nature-based activities, wildlife viewing areas and guided tours of the reserve. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Timothy Peters earns first checkered flag in hometown race Oct 29, 2009
MARTINSVILLE - After leading 83 consecutive laps, NASCAR Camping World Series driver Timothy Peters took the white flag on the last lap of Saturday's Kroger 200 at Martinsville Speedway and hoped for the best. "That last lap, I was just hoping and praying a caution wouldn't come out," the Danville driver said. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Mother Nature shows true colors Oct 29, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee)
Beyond summits and sea sand Oct 29, 2009
Adding to the family appeal of the place is the abundance of game, natural swimming pools and comfortable river-side camping. 4. (iAfrica.com)
NASCAR, rooted in fossil fuels, turning over new, green leaf Oct 29, 2009
Helton says NASCAR is considering using multiple alternative fuels in its series, which would include the Rolex Grand-Am sports cars in addition to the Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Camping World stock cars and trucks. With attendance and TV ratings in decline this year, White suggests NASCAR consider less intrusive ways such as shorter distances to make races greener without rule-tinkering. (USA Today -- Sports)
Broncos turn pink in support of breast cancer awareness Oct 28, 2009
The council is arranging a night of simulated homelessness that will see students gather to spend a night camping on a football field with only two allowed items, neither of which can be a cell phone. Other Face to Face issues will include diabetes, autism and drug and alcohol awareness. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Yale On YES Begins at Columbia Oct 28, 2009
Bulldogs Look For Momentum in Stretch Run. -- The Yale football team (3-3, 1-2 Ivy) kicks off the Yale on YES package with a 1 p.m. game this Saturday against Columbia (2-4, 1-2) at Lawrence Wien Stadium. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Bodine Looking For Third Straight Win At Talladega Oct 28, 2009
Saturday's Camping World Truck Series race at Talladega should be more of a treat than a trick on Halloween. Todd Bodine is hoping no trick will interfere with his attempt at a fifth straight superspeedway victory. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Camping for Dummies II: Things I did wrong! Oct 28, 2009
Camping for Dummies II: Things I did wrong ... Camping for Dummies II: Things I did wrong ... I really appreciated everyones great advice for our camping trip last weekend. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Malaysian Children Feared Drowned After Bridge Collapses in Camping Trip Oct 27, 2009
Oct. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Search and rescue operations are under way in Malaysia for primary school children feared drowned after a suspension bridge collapsed during a camping trip. Malaysias deputy inspector-general of police, told Bloomberg News four bodies were recovered. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
- Just Warming Up: Not sure I want to be a zombie 0 Oct 27, 2009
You can still live a fairly normal life, except that certain time of the month when you transform into a wild beast and snack on camping teens, farm animals and the occasional door-to-door salesman. Fur coat a great way to keep warm on those cold winter nights. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Fresno woman in fatal crash near Clovis identified Oct 27, 2009
She was camping near McKinley Grove and Spanish Lake Road when she left the site about 2 p.m. and has not been seen since. A total of 28 people were involved in the search Thursday, Fresno County sheriff's spokesman Chris Curtice said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Leander's unforgettable night Oct 27, 2009
There were lawn chairs and camping chairs lined up along the fence. There were people standing behind chairs who couldn't find a seat. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Residents speak out about driving on Polihale Beach (2427) Oct 27, 2009
kilauea808 wrote on Oct 25, 2009 7:46 AM:" This is just another example of DLNR and its over management tactics. Where were the omnicient ones when they told us it would take 2 years and 4.5 million dollars to re-open the beach?Do your job and quit trying to be police and work to gain the respect of the local people. I have been camping at Polihale for years and have never, NEVER, had an incident involving driving on the beach. It seems as if when a problem arises the campers and surfers have... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
I-90 visitors center needs items for exhibits Oct 27, 2009
Other hiking/ camping gear ... Camping supplies and equipment. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
1 dead, 2 missing, 19 safe after falling into Sg Kampar (Update 12) Oct 27, 2009
The pupils, on a camping trip, tumbled into the river when the suspension bridge they were crossing broke near Kuala Dipang, Kampar, at about 10pm on Monday ... According to one of the survivors, Mohd Azid Teng, 12, from SKJC Bemban near Kampar, the pupils had had supper at SK Kuala Dipang and were crossing the bridge to get to the camping site when a few of the pupils started jumping and shaking the bridge ... A man walking near the ill-fated suspension bridge at Sungai Kampar which collapsed... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
11th-Ranked Bruins Open Second Half of Pac-10 Play in Bay Area Oct 27, 2009
CAMPING SEASON Sophomore registered a season-best seven blocks on Friday against Oregon and has been very steady at the net with at least three blocks in seven of her last eight matches. Camp is second on the team with 0. (Uclabruins.com)
The doctor is in the tub Oct 26, 2009
There wasn't a lot of money for vacations, but the family took many camping trips, including outings to Switzerland and Germany. From ages 13 to 18, he was a member of the Boy Scouts and became an Eagle Scout. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Cup dominance has precedent Oct 25, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sun, Oct 25, 2009 01:26 AMModified Sun, Oct 25, 2009 01:27 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Joseph 'Toby' Arellano Oct 25, 2009
Toby enjoyed auto restoration, hunting, fishing and camping. Toby was a private person, and the memories left by his passing are those of love and compassion. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Peters Captures First Truck Win At Martinsville Oct 25, 2009
(Sports Network) - Timothy Peters became a first-time race winner in the Camping World Truck Series by taking Saturday's Kroger 200 at Martinsville Speedway. While under caution during the mid-stages, Sprint Cup regular Denny Hamlin pitted from the lead for fuel and new tires, allowing Peters to take the top spot for the first time in the 200-lap race. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Sports for Non-Athletic Teenagers Oct 25, 2009
An excellent opportunity to try hiking, as well as camping, is the Scouts ... Much of their activities include hiking and camping, but they often explore other physical activities such as rock climbing, paddling, and biking ... Although, the scouting programs starts for young kids, programs are also available for teenagers and it has the advantage of providing group camping and hiking opportunities so your child isn't going out alone. (Suite101.com)
Hollywood flips over Callan Oct 25, 2009
It's a teenage love story between a boy and a girl,'' said Callan, who last week returned from Michigan to the real world with a school camping trip to Kangaroo Valley. Callan is the son of Mother Inc founder Claudia Keech, who was this year awarded an Order of Australia medal for services to the community through raising awareness of women's issues. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Challengers' hopes rest on full tank of sun Oct 24, 2009
The World Solar Challenge is a single-stage event with competitors camping by the roadside at the end of each day. The car that reaches Adelaide in the fastest time wins. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
NASCAR - Camping World Truck - Kroger 200 Preview Oct 24, 2009
Benson, however, seized the opportunity and led the remainder of therace for his 14th career Camping World Series title ... With the win, Craven becamethe 15th driver to win in all three NASCAR national series' (Sprint Cup,Nationwide, Camping World) ... The Camping World Truck Series heads to Talladega Superspeedway on October31 for the Mountain Dew 250. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cheap dates that make you look rich Oct 24, 2009
You adventurous types may consider a camping trip, while you less-adventurous couples could camp in your own backyard. 4. (FOX61, CT)
More of this story Oct 24, 2009
haditup2here wrote on Oct 23, 2009 9:32 AM:" The hypocrisy in Richard Spacers comment "Not only could native plants and wildlife be further threatened, Spacer said, but the quality of water flowing from the Lepeuli stream into the ocean could be compromised" turns my stomach. If anyone has been to Larsens in the last 10 years know that the middle valley is a toilet for the squatters, hippys and vagrants that live in there. The stench of human waste is always there. On any given day you will... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Blue Ribbon: Texas Oct 24, 2009
"SG-AVERY BRADLEY (6-3, 180 lbs., FR, #0, 19.1 ppg, 4.6 rpg, 2.9 apg, 2.9 spg, .540 FG, .383 3PT, .761 FT, Findlay Prep/Las Vegas). The only player to arrive at Austin with more fanfare and expectations than Bradley was Kevin Durant. ESPNU ranked Bradley the No. 1 prospect in the land. He won the slam-dunk contest at the McDonald's All-American game, then posted 15 points and six rebounds in 23 minutes for the West team in a 113-110 victory at the McDonald's All-American Game. He was the only... (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Boy injured in camping accident recovering at Cincinnati hospital Oct 24, 2009
Jordan Shickel of Normal, seen here in May, is recovering at a Cincinnati hospital after being injured in a camping accident Oct. 12 in Goodfield ... CINCINNATI -- An 11-year-old Normal boy who suffered extensive burn injuries during a camping accident Oct. 12 is recovering at a Cincinnati children's hospital's burn unit, his parents said Friday. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Skinner Takes Martinsville Pole Oct 24, 2009
(Sports Network) - Mike Skinner captured the pole for Saturday's Kroger 200 Camping World Truck Series race after posting the fastest lap in qualifying at Martinsville Speedway. Skinner, a three-time race winner at Martinsville, lapped the 0. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Outdoors Notebook Oct 24, 2009
The Pardee Lake Recreation reservation desk will be open to book full hookups and camping sites starting Jan. 5, 2010, during the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays ... Camping is available at Big Trees State Park and Golden Pines just beyond Big Trees on Highway 4. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Frugally shop outside retail box for travel items Oct 23, 2009
For camping trips, we have purchased gas, candle and oil lanterns at thrift stores, which also sell Swiss knives and other camping supplies at low prices ... Discount Chains: Portable sandwich grills great for camping or hotel rooms are sold at discount chains. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Sour Economy Has Vt. State Parks Seeing Green Oct 23, 2009
"Overall through the course of the entire season camping was very steady," said Jason Gibbs, the commissioner of the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation. "It was day use that surged in August. It was a combination of aggressive outreach, promotion and pent up demand because people just wanted to get out and take advantage of the good weather.". (WCAX.com, VT)
Come visit our piece of heaven Oct 23, 2009
We can't wait to get back out in the woods w/ our friends and do some camping again ... " Wendell Edenfield wrote on Oct 8, 2008 6:34 PM:" For the last 15 years my brother in-law, a mutual friend and I have visited Rabun County to spend the first week of June camping on Warwoman Creek and fishing many of the surrounding area's streams ... I make the final Walmart run for crickets, ice and the few essentials needed for camping, place a call to my wife, call my fishing partners (I always beat them... (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Trophy Cup has a stacked field Oct 22, 2009
NASCAR - Camping World Truck - Kroger 200 Preview ... Crafton's runner-up finish in the last NASCAR Camping World Trucks race brought him within 197 points of series leader Ron Hornaday Jr. with five races left. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
2009 Nationwide Series Schedule Oct 22, 2009
Feb. 14 Camping World 300; Tony Stewart ... June 20 Camping World RV Rental 250, West Allis, Wis ... June 27 Camping World RV Sales 200, Loudon, N.H.; Kyle Busch. (Longview Daily News, WA)
The Mommy Diaries: A family outing Oct 22, 2009
Usually we try to do an overnight stay at a nearby water park, but after the expense of school registration, new gym shoes for all five kids and school clothes shopping, we had to figure out a less expensive "hurrah." I decided to give the kids a taste of camping, an activity that my family did a lot of when I was a girl ... Since my husband is not a huge fan of camping and didn't care to go, we decided to go in the middle of the week and I invited my sister-in-law, Lisa, along with her three... (Kalona News, IA)
24 South St. Notebook Oct 22, 2009
" The fact that city officials and private parties are moving forward leads me to believe they think the city does need something like this.It's not my place to take a stance on whether people should support a theater festival, or support the proposal to tear down Kalet's and build a venue. But I will say this:When I was in college, my friends and I took a trip up the California coast a couple times. Camping along on beaches, the preferred route was to follow the coast just past the border with... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
East Jackson ahead of schedule Oct 22, 2009
But Williamson said it was on a camping trip to the mountains of Rabun County where the seniors and coaches came together as a cohesive unit ... Junior offensive lineman Parker Wilson wasn't on the camping trip, but said the team is as close as it's been since East Jackson opened. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Elis Head to Philly For Ivy Showdown Oct 22, 2009
BULLDOGS FACE PENN AT FRANKLIN FIELD. -- The Yale football team (3-2, 1-1 Ivy) returns to Ancient Eight play and the conference stretch run with a 3:30 game at Penn this Saturday. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
‘God’ design decided for Imperial County Board of Supervisor’s chambers Oct 21, 2009
Changes to the ordinance include updating fees for parks, primarily for camping and RV parking, he said. In addition, the new ordinance will allow alcohol at events, subject to the approval of the park manager. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Trench Battle: Watch line of scrimmage to find advantage Friday Oct 21, 2009
They have made big play after big play this season, often camping out in the backfield. And then there s senior nose tackle Tyler Loshaw, who at 6-foot-3 and 270 pounds, is the Snowbirds biggest player. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Flames blast the Bruins Oct 21, 2009
Four drivers from the 2010 class will eventually earn rides in the Camping World East Series, while the other six will be placed with Whelen All-American teams. Note from Editor Rich Hanner: Please be civil or be gone. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
This Week in Auto Racing October 23 - 25 Oct 21, 2009
Camping World Truck Series ... After taking the last three weekends off, the Camping World Truck Series season resumes at Martinsville. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Truck Series Returns To Action At Martinsville Oct 21, 2009
After taking the last three weekends off, the Camping World Truck Series season resumes at Martinsville. When the series last raced on September 26 at Las Vegas, Matt Crafton finished second and trimmed 20 points off of Ron Hornaday Jr.'s lead. (ABC 7 News, DC)
'Zero tolerance' debate grows Oct 21, 2009
The Whalen incident came at the same time a 6-year-old Delaware boy made national headlines after he was suspended for bringing to school a camping utensil that serves as a knife, fork and spoon. He faced 45 days in the district's reform school until administrators reversed the policy and allowed him back in school. (Albany Times Union)
Harraka headlines 10-driver diversity class Oct 21, 2009
Four drivers will eventually earn rides in the Camping World East Series, while the other six will be placed with Whelen All-American teams ... Emerging from the two-day tryouts was Harraka, who won two races and rookie of the year this season in the NASCAR Camping World West Series. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Survey: Everglades support remains strong Oct 21, 2009
Ninety-one percent think it is important to protect recreational opportunities like fishing, boating, camping and hiking for individuals and families. Eighty-five percent think it is important for preventing urban sprawl and congestion. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Mountain View homeless camp cleared out Oct 20, 2009
Police handed out citations Monday for illegal camping ... The land is posted "no camping" and "no trespassing," and the campers had plenty of time to collect their belongings over the weekend and find another spot, police said. (Anchorage Daily News)
