The Cotswold Way
May 31, 2012
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The Cotswold Way
England has an extensive network of well-marked footpaths and bridle ways, many of them dating back centuries, and the public has the right to travel them even when they cross private land. Much of the Cotswold Way is on these trails. The Cotswold Way is a long distance walking Trail that runs between the market town [...]
River Sports
Summer is here which means it’s time for water sports! In this blog, I’ve highlighted my favorite river sports and included some history of their origins. The popularity of the modern sport of SUP’ing originated in the Hawaiian Islands. In the early 1960s, the beach boys of Waikiki would stand on their long boards, and [...]
The Great Smoky Mountains
In my college years I hitch hiked (with a guy friend) to Ashville, NC. We met up in the “most obvious place” with two other people. We found each other in mere seconds. My cohorts and I then proceeded to spend all of spring break hiking the Great Smoky Mountains. Being young, somewhat unprepared college [...]
National Bike Month
May is National Bike Month. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the unique and wonderful power of the bicycle and the vast amount of reasons we ride. Whether you bike to work and school or just for fun; to save money or time; to preserve the environment or your health; to explore the community or simply [...]
National Trails Day- June 2, 2012
Launched in 1993, National Trails Day evolved during the Reagan Administration from a report urging Americans to have access to trails within fifteen minutes of leaving their home. The trails would lead them through their towns and cities and bring them back home without having to retrace their steps. National Trails Day is the only [...]
Boomers Riding into the Sunset
According to a study done by the University of Michigan, baby boomers account for more RV ownership than any other group. Boomers are typically known for shunning all things made popular by their parents, but like their parents, RVing seems to be the activity of choice during retirement. As a cheaper and more carefree option [...]
Cumberland Trail State Park
Would you believe there was once a mountain range on the east coast that rose just as high as the Rockies in the west? Yes, there were and they were called the Cumberland Mountains. The Cumberland Mountains are still there today, but due to erosion they are not nearly as immense as they were before. [...]
Tandem Cycling: Rewarding for the Whole Family
Making up just .1 percent of all bike sales in the country, tandem cycling is a growing sport. Being someone that has been so influenced by the joy of riding a tandem, I wanted to share my experiences and help those who may be curious about the world of tandem bike riding. Firstly, for those [...]
Hiking Etiquette with Your Furry Friends
As the snow begins to melt, and spring ushers in another season of hiking with your furry buddy, we should take the time to remember the proper rules and etiquette of hiking with dogs. The American Hiking Society has taken the liberty to outline the top ten guidelines we should all follow whenever we hit [...]
Calling All Women to “Tri”
Over the years women have been growing in the endurance sports world, trading in their aerobics classes for running shoes and mountain bikes instead. According to the National Sporting Good Association, since 2006 there has been a twenty-three percent increase in women runners today. The number now stands at 16.9 million women athletes and continues [...]
MSJ Products Featured in The Golf Guide Magazine
If you are a lover of all things golf, then I would imagine that you are already subscribed to The Golf Guide magazine. Published just four times a year in spring, summer, winter, and fall, The Golf Guide is a glossy, full-color magazine with everything you want to know about the sport of golf. If [...]
Going Wild for Wildflowers
With the recent adjustments of our clocks, and the noticeably warmer weather, it’s no question that spring is just around the corner. One of the best things about spring, in my opinion, are the blooming wildflowers. As an avid traveler, I’ve been lucky enough to see my fair share of the worlds blooming flora and [...]
Bridge to Bridge SUP
Talk about a story of true inspiration! Clay Walking Eagle and Tim Warner, both of Carlsbad, CA are gearing up to paddleboard nearly 500 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco to the San Diego-Coronado Bridge. Their efforts are to raise awareness for the Charity: Water, a global nonprofit that raises money to install [...]
The 2000 Mile Underground Railroad Bike Route
The 518-mile Detroit Alternate bike route guides cyclists through communities and landmarks in Underground Railroad’s history from Oberlin, Ohio, to Owen Sound, Ontario. This provides an alternate route, and a host of new historic sites, for cyclists traveling between Oberlin, Ohio, and Owen Sound, Ontario. Departing from the main Underground Railroad route in Oberlin, the [...]
Fitness Friday Fun!
Ever heard of Colorado’s Best? It’s a consumer-oriented show that airs Monday through Friday at noon on local Colorado’s Channel 2 and select segments can be viewed online at www.coloradosbest.tv. Colorado’s Best introduces the people behind businesses located in the metropolitan Denver area, across the Front Range, up the foothills, and even from the mountains. They feature [...]
New Scenic Bike Routes in Oregon
Great news! The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department and Oregon Tourism Commission have announced two new state-designated scenic bikeways. This brings the total number of trails to eight and will further position Oregon as a premier cycling destination. The Covered Bridges Scenic Bikeway in Cottage Grove, OR offers all-ages and all-abilities cycling experience. Perfect for [...]
The World’s Best Spots for Stargazing
The “International Dark Sky Park” has named Big Bend National Park in Texas as another venue to get a great view of the stars. According to the International Dark Sky Association, “It’s the darkest in the lower 48 states and the largest in the world among the 10 areas that have earned the title since 2006.” [...]
The Experiential Traveler
Many travelers are moving away from tours in favor of a slower, more immersive experience. According to a recent article by Tim Peck of HotelNewsNow.com, “Destinations have become commercialized and the excitement of arriving in a new city has been replaced by the challenge of cramming the exploration of the city into one day or [...]
The Best HD Helmet Cam Awards announced by OutdoorGearLab.com
CHEYENNE, WY—OutdoorGearLab.com revealed today the results of the 2011 Editors’ Choice Awards for helmet cams category, listing this year’s best and best value for wearable HD cameras. The OutdoorGearLab Review Editors chose the following winners after extensive field testing. Matt Gerdes set them both up on his helmet and went straight to 21,000 feet over [...]
Turn your smartphone into an outdoors GPS
ViewRanger is the new App for Adventure! ViewRanger on your phone will make any outdoor activity better because whether your blazing your own trail or following a planned route, you’ll always know your GPS mapped location and can even share it with your friends. ViewRanger was originally developed to meet the needs of those passionate [...]
Burton Girls Initiative
Burton is giving women snowboarders a chance to shine with the recent launch of its new project, Burtongirls.com. The site features an all female crew writing about all aspects of their lifestyle from snowboarding to fashion and music to travel. Burton team members Kelly Clark, Hannah Teter and Linn Haug will all contribute to the [...]
Historic Hiking Trails
Boynton Canyon Trail In Sedona, AZ hike a scenic journey into ancient times. Prehistoric Indians made the Boynton Canyon of Sedona home thousands of years ago. In fact there are still ancient Indian Ruins and burial sites hidden within the astounding beauty of this box canyon. Boynton Canyon is still sacred to the Yavapai Native [...]
Winter Teva Games
This winter in the Rockies, professional and amateur athletes converge on the mountain and villages of Vail for a celebration of adventure sport, music, and the great outdoors. The first annual Winter Teva Mountain Games presented by Eddie Bauer features competitions in mixed/ice climbing, X-Country, Big Air, and dual slalom biking, Nordic and telemark skiing, [...]
2012 Travel Trends
Travel Immersion adds much more to vacation time than a typical vacation. Why just take a trip when you can become part of the community you visit by working, volunteering or learning skills from local people? G Adventures recently published findings on the latest trends in travel and found more and more people are interested [...]
Thousand Palms Oasis
The Coachella Valley Preserve is a 20,000+ acre sanctuary for the endangered Coachella Valley Fringe-Toed Lizard. The site is just a short drive east of Palm Springs and you can spend 15 minutes or hours here exploring the Oasis. This interesting fan palm paradise is situated exactly over the famed San Andreas fault-line. This photo [...]
Victory! 49 Million Roadless Acres Remain Protected for Outdoor Recreation
In a long-awaited ruling – and huge victory for the outdoor industry and backcountry recreation – the U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated federal roadless area status for 49 million acres of Forest Service land across the U.S. With exceptions for fire management and emergencies, the revived 2001 Clinton-era rule limits road building, pipeline [...]
What Do You Live To Do?
Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall, there is always something to do outdoors. WE, here at Live To, enjoy the outdoors and love to get out there and do something. Comment and tell us what YOU live to do and be entered to win a custom laser fleece. What do YOU LIVE TO Do during the… [...]
Outdoor Retailer Winter Market
The Outdoor Retailer Winter Market is North America’s largest winter lifestyle and sports industry gathering in the world- and Multisport Journeys is the official tee-shirt sponsor! This trade show is not open to the public. Here is what Multisport Journeys will be hosting at this Wholesale Show: On Jan 19th, 20th and 21st we [...]
Eco-Friendly Products
Throughout the years, eating organic and using eco-friendy products has become increasingly popular for many different reasons like heath concerns and taking personal responsibility for our impact on the earth. Earlier this week, Miso Vegan of SheKnows.com featured Multisport Journeys as one of 4 fun eco-friendly products! At Mulitsport Journeys we offer organic cotton tee-shirts [...]
The Outdoor Foundation, Coleman and KOA Release Special Report on Camping
According to a new study released today by The Outdoor Foundation, Coleman and Kampgrounds of America (KOA)- almost 40 million Americans participated in camping last year; which equates to over 14% of Americans over the age of 6. These findings are part of an extended 54-page Special Report on camping based on an online survey [...]
Volunteer Vacations
The American Hiking Society is gearing up for it’s 2012 Volunteer Vacations If you are looking to meet new people who love the outdoors and you’re seeking a vacation that is nourishing for both the body and the spirit then American Hiking Society’s Volunteer Vacations might just be for you! This is a great opportunity [...]
Ouray Ice Festival 2012
What is the Ouray Ice Festival? Let me give you a little background on the Ouray Ice Park first. It is a manmade ice climbing venue operated in a spectacular natural gorge just outside the town of Ouray, CO. It is home to more than 200 named ice and mixed climbs, most within a [...]
San Jancito- Something for Everyone!
Where can you golf in shorts in the morning and then snow shoe in the afternoon? Palm Springs of all places! Most people think of Palm Springs as a place where old folks retire and play golf – but it is so much more than that. We found great hiking, road biking, mountain biking, ATVing, [...]
San Andreas Fault
We have all heard of the San Andreas Fault, but have you ever seen it? It is actually quite interesting and at times spectacular. We rode the Box Canyon Earthquake route – a great road biking downhill near Indio (in the greater Palm Springs area). The fault begins south of the Salton Sea and extends [...]
Holiday Bunner!
Here’s Holiday Bunner! Check out how we’ve been customizing our tshirts and fleeces with the Holiday Bunner. To see Bunner in action check out Live To’s Twitter http://twitter.com/LiveTo Happy Holidays Everyone!
Ready to Snowshoe?
I was reading about snowshoeing and stumbled upon this website that had some tips on what to wear when you go snowshoeing. The main tip from www.snowshoes.com was to wear layers. Wool, silk, synthetic materials are the best for outdoor cold weather. Here is how snowshoes.com suggest that you should layer up: Base Layer: Midweight [...]
Mecca Hills & Orocopia Mountain Wilderness
We had a great ATV 1/2 day tour with the Quad Squad at http://desertatvtours.com with tour guide and owner Randy. Only 30 minutes from Palm Desert, we rode for nearly 30 miles and 3,000 feet of total elevation gain in the Mecca Hills and Orocopia Mountain Wilderness areas. We started out on the Meccacopia Trail, taking [...]
Kids Gearing up for Snow Sports
Winter is practically here and this means it’s time to bring out all your kids winter sports gear! What kid doesn’t like the snow? The possibilities of sports are endless: sledding: zipping down a hill is one of the first things kids do when snow is on the ground skiing: pizza/french fries, pizza/french fries…. ice [...]
Joshua Tree
Recently I got to explore Joshua Tree and took some great pictures of our exploration & hikes. I especially like this great shot of the moon I got! We did a cruiser nature walk at Hidden Valley and then an advanced explorer hike up Ryan Mountain. The nature walk was a mellow but interesting 1.3 [...]
Nation’s Largest Bike Expo
Bike New York will bring the nation’s largest bike expo to New York City May 3, 4, and 5 at the inaugural New York City Bike Expo presented by Eastern Mountain Sports (www.ems.com). The expo will provide a perfect opportunity for residents and visitors to take an unprecedented look at urban cycling against the backdrop [...]
World Snowboard Day
On Sunday, December 18th, 2011 World Snowboard Day will return for its 6th edition, once again providing the opportunity for people all over the world to discover snowboarding as a sport and culture, for free! This year over 24 winter sports resorts in 13 countries will organize a variety of free activities that anyone can [...]
Free Holiday Shipping
Do you live to enjoy the outdoors in the winter? Snowball fights, sledding, skiing, and snowshoeing are just a few of my favorite winter outdoor activities! The downside to playing in the snow is the inevitable chill that will come after spending hours outside. Having the proper layers on makes a big difference. I have [...]
Just Add Water: How One U.S. City Transformed a Drainage Ditch into a World Class Paddling Venue
Trivia question: Where will the International Canoe Federation hold the 2014 Canoe Marathon World Championships? Hint. It’s already home to the finest rowing facility in the United States and possibly the world. If you guessed Oklahoma City’s Boathouse District you are right, and probably a serious rower or paddler. Once synonymous with the Dust Bowl, this city [...]
IMBA Launches Destinations Program
Reposted from Adventure Travel News The International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) launched a new program to support mountain bike tourism, help enthusiasts find great places to ride and plan bike-related travel. IMBA Destinations is a dedicated resource for mountain bike travel planning with several useful tools: Search for bike-friendly travel services, bike parks, resorts and [...]
Rico, Colorado
You can come and see the fall colors in and around the Tride area for a fraction of the cost of staying in Telluride. The locals give it rave reviews. Want to see Telluride but don’t have a boat load of money to spend? Stay in Rico, CO at the funky Rico Hotel. [...]
Adventure Cycling Awarded $100,000 in Grants for Bicycle Program Work
Missoula, Montana — Adventure Cycling Association, North America’s largest cycling membership organization, announced the receipt of four new grants totaling $100,000 to support its efforts to create what will be the world’s largest official bicycle network: the U.S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS). The grants came from a number of prominent foundations and a leading cycling [...]
Learn-To-Ski-Program
Reposted from Skiing Business Press Release DENVER, Colo. – Sept. 22, 2011 – Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) announced today the return of last year’s successful First Class lesson as part of the launch of its popular 5th and 6th Grade Passport programs for the 2011-12 ski season. The Passport Programs introduce fifth and [...]
Sedona – Multigenerational Hiking
We recently went on a 7.5 mile family hike in beautiful Oak Creek Canyon in Sedona. The hike only took us about 4 hours, lunch included! Granddad (my husband John) carried Ryan (Grandson) most of the way. Dad did the last mile or so. We even forded some mild streams. Ryan “hiked” the whole [...]
Is this Arizona?
Love nature, would you love to visit Arizona in the Fall? Then you might want to try out some of these
Kids Recreation Study
The Outdoor Foundation Releases 2011 Outdoor Recreation Participation Study Report shows recreation remains key part of American lifestyle with strong outdoor participation across geographies and encouraging trends among youth. Nearly 50 percent of all Americans ages six and older participated in outdoor recreation last year, according to a new study released today by The Outdoor [...]
Ranney-Crawford B&B and Three Stallion Inn in Vermont
I’ve had the opportunity to visit Vermont on more than one occasion and have stayed at the beautiful Ranney-Crawford B&B in Putney, Vermont and by the Three Stallion Inn, Randolph, Vermont Ranney-Crawford B&B offers elegant accommodations with private bath, air conditioning and bright, airy bedrooms, you get a three course gourmet breakfast. Conveniently located close [...]
Grand Mesa
Grand Mesa is a neat place that people do not seem to know about! At 10K ft it is the largest flat top mtn in the WORLD. It has over 200 lakes and miles and miles or terrain. It looks more like the east coast with all the pine trees but the view down is [...]
OBX SUP Race Weekend June 1-3, 2012
Paddle Palooza is back again for 2012! First a little about SUP: What does SUP stand for: Stand Up Paddle. What is SUP: A global sport with a Hawaiian heritage. The sport is an ancient form of surfing, and reemerged as a way for surfing instructors to manage their large groups of students, as standing [...]
Fall Colors Include White
Anywhere you look in Colorado is a feast for the eye. Amid our mountainous landscape this time of year is a colorful palette of orange, green, red, gold and white. White? Yes, white! Setting out for a fall hike? Make sure you are dressed and prepared for a change in the weather. Be prepared for [...]
TRIDE Biking
Just took a really beautiful bike ride in Illium Valley, that is just north and west of the town of Telluride. I consider it an explorer ride. Not my hardest ride, but medium. Technically the ride is on a quiet, wide dirt country road. Local leaf peepers were riding the same loop we did in Jeeps. [...]
Our “Win a Hat, Give a Hat” Giveaway is Off to a Slow Start :(
Good news, and Bad News. First the Bad News. We have noticed many of our Facebook Fans are not entering the “Win a Hat, Give a Hat” Sweepstakes. Understandably, some folks are a little nervous about connecting with the “sweepstakes” app to enter our contest. Facebook requires businesses to use an approved app for all [...]
Multisport Journeys Debuts SUP Art
Multisport Journeys was featured on Snewsnet.com. To read the entire press release click on the link below. Here is an excerpt. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, OCT. 6, 2011 Multisport Journeys Debuts SUP Art RIDGWAY, CO – By popular demand, Multisport Journeys, LLC (MSJ) introduces stand up paddling to their unique line of custom artwork and outdoor [...]
Fall Hiking in Colorado
This past weekend I was able to get out & enjoy some sunshine mixed with breathtaking views of the fall foliage. I chose to hike two different trails, the Colorado Boy & Belfast. Both hikes are about 1 mile round trip with 300-400 ft elevation gain only. These hikes are ideal for enjoying the fall [...]
Live to Hot Air Balloon
I shot this last week from our home in Ridgway, Colorado. What a magnificent site this hot air balloon was to see against the already gorgeous scenery. And then to our surprise, it actually landed in our driveway! We are guessing it’s from the San Juan Balloon company, since they do the tours in the area. [...]