Monthly Archives: March 2010

Obama proposes expanding offshore US oil drilling

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Chris Emery
Offshort oil platforms as seen from Huntington Beach California.

President Obama proposes that areas near US coastline be opened to oil drilling. Continue reading →

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How to destroy climbing gear

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Chris Emery
Climbing gear being safety tested

The UIAA destroys climbing equipment in its safety testing laboratory. Continue reading →

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Bankrupt real estate mogul plans major development in Red Rocks Canyon

Posted on March 30, 2010 by Chris Emery
A development is planned for the top of Blue Diamond Point in Red Rock, Nevada, seen here from Turtlehead Peak.

Real estate mogul plans development in area popular for climbing, hiking and mountain biking. Continue reading →

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Appalachian Trail Museum finds home in Pennsyvania grist mill

Posted on March 29, 2010 by Chris Emery
The Appalachian Trail Museum will move to this old gristmill in Pennsylvania. Photo: cngodles

The Appalachian Trail Museum will open in Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Pennsylvania. Continue reading →

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Kayakers use portable outhouse to leave no trace

Posted on March 26, 2010 by Chris Emery
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“The Groover” is a homespun PVC wilderness toilet system for kayakers. Continue reading →

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US plans “sea change” in supporting biking infrastructure

Posted on March 25, 2010 by Chris Emery
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US government announces new transportation vision that promotes biking and walking. Continue reading →

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Surfrider releases animated primer on water conservation

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Chris Emery
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Animated film details solutions to water pollution and scarcity. Continue reading →

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