Camping Checklist News
- Hiking and camping safety tips form the American Red Cross Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 10:39PMSummer is a great time for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and swimming. Since unexpected things happen, however, the best way to help guarantee a good time for all is to plan ahead carefully and follow common sense safety precautions.
- Green Camping Encouraged at Michigan Parks Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 8:58AMKAWKAWLIN TOWNHIP, Mich. (AP) - Campers are being urged to save energy and be environmentally friendly when staying in Michigan parks. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is inviting campers to participate in its Camp Green pilot program at 10 locations.
- Ash borer invasion confirmed for Grainger Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 11:00PMFederal agricultural officials have added Grainger County to the growing list of counties in East Tennessee that have been invaded by the emerald ash borer.
- Happy Hour: Edwards admits any Kentucky advantage is gone Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 3:38PMIf Carl Edwards hopes to regain the Sprint Cup points lead he has held for most of this season, the first item on his checklist at Kentucky Speedway this weekend is simple.
- Emerald Ash Borer Beetle discovered in Grainger County Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 8:23PMThe Emerald Ash Borer Beetle, an invasive insect known for attacking and destroying ash trees in East Tennessee, has now been spotted in Grainger County.
- Buck Pierce’s long journey Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 12:39AMYou would think this is a moment Buck Pierce has thought about for a long time.
- Targeting the right summer camp(video) Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 2:07AM“It just doesn’t matter! It just doesn’t matter!” Don’t believe that classic rallying cry by Tripper in the 1979 movie, “Meatballs,” a comedy about the follies of summer camp.
- Having a field day Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 6:31AMWith the British weather about as reliable as a wellie with holes, a festival wardrobe that hits the right notes come rain or shine is a must.
- ‘It can happen to you’ Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 11:08PMGet a kit.” “Make a plan.” “Be informed.” For years, Evonnecq Richards had seen the signs and read the messages urging her to prepare for an emergency.
- College Football Tailgating: The 28 Must-Haves for a Great Tailgate Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 9:39PMSo, you’ve got your tickets to the game, and you and your buddies decide you are going to tailgate before kickoff. Maybe it’s your first time to celebrate within sight of the sacred stadium, perhaps you haven’t had the chance of doing it in years or possibly you are an expert who is there at every golden opportunity. Regardless, this is an event worth carefully planning for because even if you ...
- Emerald Ash Borer Found in East Tenn. Thursday, June 9, 2011 @ 5:56AMThe Tennessee Department of Agriculture has discovered the Emerald Ash Borer in Blount County. The find was made last week and has been confirmed by USDA.
- Ash tree-killing insect discovered in Blount Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 10:13PMThe Tennessee Department of Agriculture has discovered the Emerald Ash Borer in Blount County.
- HILLSBORO Star-Journal Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 5:18PMIn a freak accident of nature, a two-headed calf was born May 2 to a cow on the Craig Benning farm west of Goessel. Benning said the mother struggled to give birth, and after an hour, he called the veterinarian for assistance. However, the calf was born before the vet arrived.
- State park officials say leave firewood at home Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 3:53PMSpread of insects could damage forests
- Taking your motorcycle while camping is a great way to experience the outdoors Tuesday, May 24, 2011 @ 1:30AMA camping trip is always an adventure, exploring new places in the great outdoors. If your mode of transportation is a motorcycle, however, limited carrying space will require you to plan a little more carefully exactly what you need to bring.
