Outdoor Safety

You may have flood insurance, life insurance, maybe even volcano insurance, but there is not enough money in the world to prepare for the most terrifying of all possible apocalypses...the zombie...

Rip Tides, or more accurately Rip Currents, are one of the most common dangers that people can encounter at a beach. A Rip Current is a strong channel of water flowing away from the shoreline...

Summertime is great for spending time outdoors and having fun. We don't always protect ourselves, however, from the sun's harmful rays and if outdoors too long, our skin can become burned and...

Skunks, aren't they cute? That is until they spray you or your pet! Here are some ways to naturally get rid of skunk odor but I hope you never have to use any of these antidotes...

Do you know how to escape from a Bear in the woods? Say you are out hiking a Nature Trail through the woods on a weekend excursion. There you are, enjoying all that nature has to offer....

Bike riding is one of the best ways to get around New York City. Whether you’re interested in sightseeing, running errands or commuting to work, planning your bike trip in advance will help make...

Viewing the weather forecast on your computer can be a real help when you are at work or someplace else that you do not have access to a television to watch the weather. There are some places...

Whether you're going on a ski trip, or walking to the bus stop, being outside on a freezing cold winter day can be a really miserable experience. Or not! Here's how to stay warm outside on even...

Do you want to be able to walk on slippery, iced-up sidewalks without fear of falling? Do you want to walk up an ice-covered hill without sliding back? Do you want to run on ice with impunity? ...

You don’t necessarily think of shoveling as a hazardous activity, but actually, it can be quite dangerous, even deadly, if you don’t take some or all of the following precautions to protect yourself.

Designed to protect people and pets from nighttime injury, reflective safety clothing is a sensible option for those wishing to spend their dark hours outdoors. Reflective textiles are made to...

Hot tubs, also called spas, have become a "must have" feature at many vacation rental properties. If not properly serviced and maintained,however, your use of the hot tub or spa can...

There are certain times of the year when we experience alot of lightning storms. Some times you can get an early warning, while at other times you may be caught off guard in the middle of one. It...

Over a million tourists visit Alaska every year. About 500 of them die, because of getting lost and not being found. Here is a very good shelter that can save your life weather you are in Alaska,...

Why pay $10 to $15 for a floating chlorine tab dispenser when you can make one from things you probably have laying around your house? Be a little “green” while keeping your pool water clean.

We spend much of our time in the water over the summer and some of us will suffer from a common ailment commonly called “swimmers ear.” It is irritable and itchy and can become red and inflamed....

Summer is a time to go on trips, have barbecues and simply enjoy the beautiful weather. However, the weather can get unbearably hot, and may even pose a health risk. Read these tips on how to stay...

It's scary to think that a person can actually "drown" outside of water. That is, a person who has been in water (e.g., swimming pool) can come back out and die an hour later in bed. ...

Summer is tick season. These nasty little insects are notorious for transmitting illnesses such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever to humans. Ticks make their home in the woods, so...

When people work, participate in sports and recreational activities, and other activities requiring physical exertion they run the risk of succumbing to heat related illnesses. Sweating is the...

Have you ever suffered from a painful sunburn and not known how to ease the pain? Here are a few tricks to help you get through those awful burns.

Strapping and taping are techniques in which an athlete or sports trainer uses a specific kind of tape to wrap a limb before a sporting event to either prevent injuries or avoid aggravating an...

Sun Poisoning, or photodermatitis, is the epidermis’ reaction to the UV rays put off by the sun. It is caused by over exposure to the sun however certain topical medications, vitamin deficiencies...

For many, summer means nothing but sun, fun, and play. Before playing hard in the sun, make sure you can recognize the signs of heat illness or heat-stroke. Failing to recognize and treat...

Babies should always be protected from the sun. It is not always an easy task to protect babies in the sun. It is good to know that what you need to do to protect your baby to ensure that they...

Sun damage is a very real danger that results not only in looking older and losing the youthful elasticity and appearance of skin, but in skin cancer. It's important to select the proper sunscreen...

If you're the curious type, you may want to know how to identify a venomous snake. There are three types of venomous snakes--the Opisthoglyph, which includes the Hog nose, Boomslang, Twig Snake...

You can easily spot a maniac on the street if he happens to be clad in a bloody smock and waving a dripping red butcher knife. However, not all maniacs are so obvious. You need to keep an eye open...

Although rock and animal cleanup should be left to professionals, cleaning tar off a beach is something anyone can participate in. The activity can be dangerous, though, if proper precautions...

Keep yourself safe from the sun because too much exposure can lead to skin discoloration, blemishes and even skin cancer.

Everyone has heard of a spray tan booth, but now there is also a booth that applies sunscreen from head to toe. It is a way to get sunscreen all over your body in an even manner to ensure that you...

Tragically you often hear a fatal story about a child lost in the wilderness. There are simple tactics you can teach a child of 3 to 7 years old about surviving in the woods until rescue occurs....

Falling can cause a minor injury. Falling incorrectly can make it worse. If you are slipping and it becomes obvious that you are going to fall down. Falling down correctly may keep you from...

Drowning sucks. Plus, bloated and blue dead bodies washing up on the beach turns the chicks off. Here's how you can keep it from happening to you.

This article is a concise, easy-to-follow tutorial on how to reduce your risk of being a shark attack victim while at the beach, whether you're surfing, swimming, boogie boarding or kayaking.

Thousands of people die each year from falls. Many of them happen during the winter when snow and ice cover walkways and make getting around hazardous. Most businesses and homeowners do a good job...

If you live in or visit dry, hot climates such as Arizona or parts of California, chances are you may one day encounter a dust storm. These are highly unpredictable storms that can cover wide...

Although it may be a rare occurrence, crocodiles have been known to attack and kill people. If you spend any time in crocodile-infested waters, you must be prepared to defend yourself against a...

Many people take fresh water for granted even though our existence depends on it. Over 97% of the earth's water is saltwater. Removing salt from saltwater, called desalination, takes less effort...

Water is the source of summer fun when the days get hot and school is out. Swimming in the lake, sunning at the beach, water skiing behind the boat or playing in the backyard pool are all examples...

Although mountain lions are generally wary of humans, they have been known to attack on occasion. The cause is not normally known—could be due to hunger, disease, protecting their young—or various...

If you want to get out of quicksand, forget what you’ve seen in the movies. Quicksand is not nature’s human trap. You’re not going to get sucked under unless you’ve got a lot of heavy stuff...

A riptide is not as scary as it may seem, calmness is the key to survive. I have surfed for many years, so have met a few of them. Needless to say, I am writing this so I made it!

Everyone that hikes away from a trailhead should be carrying the ten essentials in their backpack. The 10 essentials are the top 10 most important things to carry with you when hiking or backpacking.

Camping is a popular summer travel activity for people worldwide. It's an economical, easy escape, but lighting fires for warmth and cooking can be dangerous. Take these precautions when having a...

Many conditions can cause a person to become constipated. These conditions may be heightened when engaging in wilderness activities. Avoid constipation to prevent the more serious condition of...

When it's cold enough, skin can freeze, resulting in frostbite. Frostbite not only is painful but can result in loss of fingers and toes, even arms and legs, so it's best to prevent frostbite in...