Lost boater mourned Aug 26, 2008
Cavanagh said Sloboda worked a variety of jobs at the resort -- from cleaning to maintenance -- and spent a lot of his days off skiing or hiking in the mountains. Sloboda was also a member of an online message board for Winnipeg car enthusiasts and on it, he once cited drowning as his greatest fear. (Winnipeg Sun)
Eating my way through Del Norte County Aug 26, 2008
Richard often speaks excitedly of hiking through redwoods, ferns and wildflowers, navigating rock formations and serpentine trails and gazing at amazing vistas from lofty overlooks ... Monday morning, after Richard had told me about the healthy hiking adventures that filled his and Laura's weekend, I felt a little inferior. (Daily Triplicate)
Slideshow: 5 Least Tax-Friendly Cities for Visitors Aug 26, 2008
Cash-strapped city governments are hiking taxes and tourism fees on rates for hotels, car rentals and even restaurants. While the cash goes toward visitor-friendly projects such as tourism promotion, maintaining local attractions and otherwise keeping the city in tip-top shape, these fees can weigh heavily on travelers' budgets adding as much as $45 daily. (SmartMoney)
Kid who couldnt keep up is Weymouths Best & Brightest Aug 26, 2008
Goldman has also satisfied every hiking and swimming requirement in Boy Scouts on his way to earning the highest rank of Eagle Scout. I didn t want to ask for accommodations. (Weymouth News, MA)
Havasupais seek financial aid to rebuild Aug 26, 2008
The Havasupai Tribal Council is asking for help in the aftermath of a flash flood that damaged homes and washed away hiking trails Aug. 17 in northern Arizona ... The flood destroyed a long stretch of the hiking trail that descends into the canyon. (AZCentral -- News)
Alpine archive Aug 25, 2008
It all started at the end of the long hot summer of 2003, when a Swiss couple, hiking across a melting Schnidejoch, came across a piece of wood that aroused their curiosity. They took it down with them, and gave it to canton Berne's archaeological department, where careful examination and carbon dating revealed the piece of wood to be an arrow quiver made of birch bark, dating from about 3000 BC.. (BBC News)
Loving the llamas Aug 25, 2008
If they take the time to learn that they have great personalities and that they are great to go hiking with and carry all your stuff - I think they d all be adopted by now. Recent acquisitions have come from a family in Darby where wolves attacked the herds, fatally injuring one llama and making the aging owners fear for the rest. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Floating rate better during volatility Aug 25, 2008
The apex bank has dealt a severe blow by hiking the repo rate once again to tame inflation. Borrowers of home loans who are provided with varied home loan options like floating, fixed, part-floating and part-fixed , are facing a gradual increase in EMIs over the tenure. (India Times)
Loan rates hiked to curb inflation Aug 25, 2008
Banks are hiking their retail prime lending rates on which the adjustable home loans are benchmarked. As the cost of lending for banks goes up, both deposit and lending rates will be hiked. (India Times)
New bike commuters hit the classroom, then the road Aug 25, 2008
Louisville is building a 100-mile hiking and biking trail called the Louisville Loop. Congress, meanwhile, is considering a bike commuter act that would permit tax deductions like those for public transit riders. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Hotshot buoyed by link to nature and coworkers Aug 25, 2008
It entails endless hours running a pick or chain saw, hiking or flying into volatile situations where one false step could mean death or injury. What makes these guys tick. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Green Lakes State Park in New York Aug 25, 2008
Swimming, Biking, Hiking, Boating, Golfing & Camping ... This 1,756 acre NY State park is a well-kept, stunning back drop to a vacation that focuses on swimming, biking, hiking, boating, golfing and camping ... In addition to hiking and walking on the park roads and the same trails that bicycles travel, there are three hiking-only trails. (Suite101.com)
* Outlook could prompt rate hike Aug 25, 2008
The chances of a pause in hiking the rate are increasing, Cheng wrote in a client note on Friday following the release of the updated data ... We judge the rate hiking cycle to be virtually over and expect several central banks to be cutting next year, Subbaraman wrote. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
John Herbert Fritz Aug 25, 2008
John loved the natural beauty of the mountains and nature itself, hiking on Bostwick Park, east of Montrose, where he built a beautiful home. He also enjoyed writing prayers and poetry. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Teenage boredom can lead to drinking, drug use Aug 25, 2008
Mountain biking, hiking, fishing, tubing, skiing and rock climbing are a few of the many activities provided ... There are places to go fishing, hiking, bicycling and picnicking. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Complex indexes answer queries Aug 25, 2008
and MSN help us find news, blogs, people, hiking boots, definitions of words and collectible widgets. Even hackers use search engines to find vulnerable Web sites. (Missoulian, MT)
Raymond Edward Sherrill Aug 25, 2008
He loved to go hiking, backpacking and enjoyed working with wood and looking for rocks. Ray is preceded in death by his parents. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Training in Yakima (updated Aug. 22) Aug 25, 2008
They are out spending time with their families, going on Hawaiian vacations, to the beach, and hiking. My job is full-time here at the Longview Armory and the only vacation I have to look forward to is a month or so when we return from Iraq. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Summer fun relies on staying safe Aug 25, 2008
When you re out for a family hike, make sure the kids wear long pants and hiking shoes with good tread, Jurani-Suarez said. When traveling, remember to pack prescription medications to last for the entire trip, plus a few extra. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Club takes it outside Aug 25, 2008
RAPID CITY A few weeks ago, a group of about 12 people met to do a little hiking and biking in the Black Hills ... Athletic Club manager and owner Robby Cregut walks along a hiking trail near Victoria Creek on July 19. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Holocaust still haunts survivors Aug 24, 2008
One of David's clients slept with hiking boots under his pillow to ensure he'd be able to run away. Another one hoarded bread in his closet so he wouldn't starve. (Boston Globe)
Food without rules, under the Utah sky Aug 24, 2008
Jeff Richards, a hiking and canyoneering guide with Zion Rock and Mountain Guides, told us not to miss a meal at the 40-seat Whiptail Grill, situated here at the south entrance of the park. Opened in 2007 by chef John Hathaway and his wife (and prep cook), Jaydi, the place doesn't look like much from the outside. (Boston Globe)
Backpacker Missing in Montana's Glacier National Park Aug 24, 2008
He was believed to be hiking alone. Park spokeswoman Norma Sosa said improved weather Friday allowed one helicopter to join the search. (Fox News)
Letters to the editor (8/23/08) Aug 24, 2008
I also know to be aware of my surroundings when hiking in the woods and who to give wide berth to, even moose. If you're new here, learn about these animals and respect their right to be here. (Anchorage Daily News)
Lunch Date Ideas Aug 24, 2008
Lunch dates like hiking, carpet picnics, and beach outings allow you and your date to mix light-hearted fun with a little romance. Meeting a date for lunch can be a fun and relaxing way to get to know each other. (Suite101.com)
* EDITORIAL: Uneasy days for the stock market Aug 24, 2008
Recent polls among local firms show that many have attempted to maintain a slim workforce and avoid hiking salaries to see through this difficult situation. Under these circumstances, growth in household income is likely to stagnate, while inflation will continue to erode purchasing power, further dampening private consumption. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
John Herbert Fritz Aug 24, 2008
John loved the natural beauty of the mountains and nature itself, hiking on Bostwick Park, east of Montrose, where he built a beautiful home. He also enjoyed writing prayers and poetry. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Teenage boredom can lead to drinking, drug use Aug 24, 2008
Mountain biking, hiking, fishing, tubing, skiing and rock climbing are a few of the many activities provided ... There are places to go fishing, hiking, bicycling and picnicking. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Mass.: Gas tax hike option lingers Aug 24, 2008
BOSTON With gas prices well over $3 a gallon and the country veering toward a possible recession, the idea of hiking the state gas tax continues to linger just out of sight on Beacon Hill. And while no Statehouse leaders have embraced the idea publicly, few also seem ready to reject it entirely as they struggle to close a $1. (Yahoo News -- Taxes and the IRS)
Today's Best Bets Aug 24, 2008
Hiking 103: Panther Creek Falls. 9 a.m., Sandy Creek Park. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Road Watch: Drive safely as school is back in session Aug 24, 2008
Bridge Tolls Increased bridge tolls are now up for expected approval by New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine after the Delaware River Port Authority board Wednesday approved hiking them up by a buck to $4 effective Sept. 14, by another buck to $5 in 2010 and cost of living increases every two years after that. DRPA owns/operates the Commodore Barry, Benjamin Franklin, Walt Whitman and Betsy Ross bridges, PATCO Line, the Philadelphia Cruise Terminal and the RiverLink Ferry. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Tourism in Cochise County gets on the map Aug 24, 2008
Some advertisements are targeted to birders, others combine images of local hiking, cycling, ancient petroglyphs, Fort Huachuca, and others to convey the diversity of experiences travelers can have here, Daggett said ... Hiking, biking and camping are on the top of list of activities, followed by visiting national and state parks, hunting and fishing, and other eco-travel ... Out-of-state visitors spent time visiting parks, historic parks, hiking and biking, but they also looked at real estate,... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Raymond Edward Sherrill Aug 24, 2008
He loved to go hiking, backpacking and enjoyed working with wood and looking for rocks. Ray is preceded in death by his parents. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Names in the news Aug 24, 2008
In addition she has hiked and camped on both sides of the border throughout the Big Bend area from Big Bend National Park to the Davis Mountains to the new Sul Ross mountain biking and hiking trail, which she helps to maintain. Greene's management skills also include several years in the music business. (Odessa American, TX)
K-9 CAMPAIGNERS Aug 24, 2008
Denver happens to be one of America's most dog-friendly cities, boasting five off-leash areas within city limits, plus breathtaking Cherry Creek State Park in nearby Aurora, which offers dog-friendly hiking trails. Visitors looking to bring home an adopted Denver dog as a souvenir should check out the excellent Misha May Foundation (mishamayfoundation. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Harvest season brings dangers in West Midlands Aug 24, 2008
COVENTRY-BASED energy supplier E.ON is hiking up fuel bills today. Site Tools. (Coventry Telegraph)
Two Teens Recovering From Ice Cave Rescue Aug 24, 2008
Seventeen-year old Alec Corbett and 14-year old Allessandro Gelmini were hiking with family members on a trail in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Thursday ... Brian Corbett says his son hopes to return to skiing eventually, but isn't too keen on hiking right now. (Q13.com, WA)
Floating, hiking, biking in the Sawtooth Aug 24, 2008
Standard Journal Online - Special Sections. The Upper Valley's Must Have News mation. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Philippine Peso Falls on Growth Outlook; Korea Won Declines on Stock Sales Aug 23, 2008
The central bank has been very pro-active in hiking interest rates to counter inflation. There's also been quite a lot of inflows into the sukuk. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Hunters, politicians on the loose at Robbins Aug 23, 2008
Somebody walking their dog or hiking in a park that's not open, for instance. Bensman took some offense when that part of the equation was pointed out. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Boy Scouts' Dramatic Rescue From Flood Aug 23, 2008
(CBS) The Boy Scout motto "be prepared" took on a new meaning for a group of Boy Scouts who barely survived a flashflood while hiking in a remote part of the Grand Canyon last weekend. The six Scouts and three adult Scout leaders, from Maplewood, N.J., were in the middle of a two week trip when they woke up to find themselves surrounded by rushing water near Havasu Falls, not far from Grand Canyon National Park. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Hotshot buoyed by link to nature and coworkers Aug 23, 2008
It entails endless hours running a pick or chain saw, hiking or flying into volatile situations where one false step could mean death or injury. What makes these guys tick. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Telling tales on the Bigfoot monster Aug 23, 2008
The story of the discovery changed several times, alternating from tales of how they stumbled on the remains as they were hiking and another claiming they found a whole family of Bigfoots in the Georgia mountains. (The latter seems the most unlikely, as I m sure some hunter would have the entire clan hanging on their Georgia mountain walls by now. (Madison County Record, AL)
CARLSBAD: North County has its own Pinball wizard Aug 23, 2008
He pursues other hobbies ---- mountain biking, hiking and photography. He also is designing a DVD called Pinball 101 that teaches the fundamentals. (North County Times)
Teens' Backs Broken In Snow Cave Collapse Aug 23, 2008
The accident happened near Snoqualmie Pass, while the two boys were hiking with their families up the Denny Creek Trail near Melakwa Lake, Matt Cowan of the Snoqualmie Pass Fire Department said. Allesandro Gelmini, 14, and Alec Corbett, 17, of Seattle, both suffered broken backs and hypothermia after they were crushed by 10 to 15 feet of snow and ice. (KIRO TV, WA)
'A Miracle,' Says Boy's Father After Ice Cave Rescue Aug 23, 2008
The accident happened near Snoqualmie Pass, while the two boys were hiking with their families up the Denny Creek Trail near Melakwa Lake, Matt Cowan of the Snoqualmie Pass Fire Department said. Witnesses scrambled to try to chip away at the ice until firefighters arrived with chain saws and shovels that carefully got the ice out of the way. (KIRO TV, WA)
Searchers look high and low for lost hiker Aug 23, 2008
Yi-Jien Hwa, 27, was four days overdue on Friday, following an arduous hiking itinerary that was to have taken him across nearly 100 miles of backcountry trail ... Glacier Park records show he obtained a hiking permit for a solo trip, beginning Aug. 11 and ending Aug. 18, with camps at Sperry, Reynolds Creek, Granite Park, Fifty Mountain, Kootenai Lake, Hole-In-The-Wall and Upper Kintla Lake ... Hwa, who posted hiking-product reviews on several backpacking Web sites, described himself as... (Missoulian, MT)
Scenic drive: Meandering under the Mogollon Rim Aug 23, 2008
Three short, steep hiking trails allow up-close views of this natural wonder. The Waterfall Trail is the shortest, at just 100 yards long. The Gowan Trail and the Pine Creek Trail are about 0. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Ice Cave Victims Recovering Aug 23, 2008
The Seattle teens, 17-year-old Alec Corbett and 14-year-old Allesandro Gelmini, were hiking with their mothers and their sisters two miles up a trail in the Denny Creek area, in the Cascade Range 50 miles east of Seattle, when the boys wandered into the mouth of the ice cave just before 1:30 p.m. Thursday to have their picture taken ... "' The idea was that they might need it to cut trees for purposes of shoring up a wall of the ice cave or a trench. Instead, they wound up using it to cut away... (Q13.com, WA)
EMPO announces fall orienteering events Aug 23, 2008
Long pants and hiking boots or running shoes are recommended. Participants may want to bring water/drinks or snacks. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
2 teens trapped by snow and ice rescued Aug 22, 2008
The teens were hiking with their mothers and their sisters when they were trapped at about 1:30 p.m. Thursday ... Draped in a blue blanket, the yellow shoelaces of her hiking boots coming untied, Corbett's mother, Joni, walked over to speak with reporters after both boys had been rescued ... Matthew Miller, a 15-year-old boy who had been hiking with a youth group, rushed with others to help after the ice collapsed. (Seattle Times)
Head Out: Grass is sometimes greener Outside Aug 22, 2008
Kayaking a hidden cove, hiking a remote valley, mushing a moonlit trail -- these are all moments tucked safely away, reminding me why I stay here year in, year out. It's a lifestyle that is truly unique. (Anchorage Daily News)
In through the outdoors Aug 22, 2008
Northwest Montana has hiking, rafting, incredible huckleberry milkshakes. BudgetTravel. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Surging Funk highlights field for Boeing Classic Aug 22, 2008
No one forgets the caravan of seven players - carts, caddies and bags in tow - hiking up the 18th fairway during the record-setting playoff that Watson eventually won. "I have a lot of fond memories from last year ... but I hope it doesn't happen again,'' Watson said.advertisementDavid Eger, who finished well before the leaders on that day, sat in the clubhouse with a cold beer in front of him watching numerous collapses by several contenders. As the mistakes of others started to mount, Eger's... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Search under way in Glacier Park for backpacker three days overdue Aug 22, 2008
Hwa was believed to be hiking alone, park officials said. His car was found in the Logan Pass Visitor Center parking lot. (Montana Standard, MT)
Embracing outdoorsiness in the Rockies Aug 22, 2008
Hiking, biking and horseback riding lure summer visitors ... A 70-something man hiking up with his wife set us straight ... A foray into outdoorsiness -- three days in Steamboat Springs hiking, biking and horseback riding, a drive and hike in rugged Rocky Mountain National Park and a day in Boulder. (CNN -- Travel)
Wayne H. Slater Aug 22, 2008
Wayne liked hunting, hiking in the woods, camping, casinos, clam digging, as well as spending time with and surprising his family. Wayne is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lenora Slater of Sweet Home; daughters Ileta LeBlanc of Sublimity and Terie McKay of Sweet Home; grandsons Tyler Nicholson of Bremerton, Wash. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Summer fun relies on staying safe Aug 22, 2008
When you re out for a family hike, make sure the kids wear long pants and hiking shoes with good tread, Jurani-Suarez said. When traveling, remember to pack prescription medications to last for the entire trip, plus a few extra. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Teams search for hiker lost in Glacier wilds Aug 22, 2008
We have his hiking itinerary, but nothing about this provides us any idea of where he really went ... He also talked about hiking portions of the famed Appalachian Trail ... Former students from the seminary confirmed their friend Hwa is on a hiking trip in the West, but they, too, had not heard if he'd gone missing. (Missoulian, MT)
TRANSPLANT SERIES 3 of 4: The Slow Recovery Aug 22, 2008
While on the trip, Steinberg decided to test his physical abilities and do some hiking in the Park City area. Although the climb was small, at only 75-100 feet, and more of a slope than a true climb, it was a difficult, but rewarding, experience. (Dallas County News, IA)
Training in Yakima (updated Aug. 13) Aug 22, 2008
They are out spending time with their families, going on Hawaiian vacations, to the beach, and hiking. My job is full-time here at the Longview Armory and the only vacation I have to look forward to is a month or so when we return from Iraq. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Visit the Wild Flower Show Aug 22, 2008
Various exciting activities like music performances, art competitions for kids, hiking trails and trips are on offer throughout the show which promises a memorable experience for the whole family. For more information on the Clanwilliam Wild Flower Show visit or alternatively contact the Clanwilliam Tourist Information Office on +27 27 482 2024. (iAfrica.com)
Two teens rescued from collapsed ice cave near Seattle Aug 22, 2008
SEATTLE (AP) -- Two teenagers were rescued after being trapped in a collapsed ice cave Thursday while hiking near a mountain summit east of Seattle. Watch the KGW report. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Village of Supai closed to outsiders for now Aug 22, 2008
It's world-renowned for its hiking areas. It features a 2,000-foot-deep canyon and is the home to a tiny band of Native Americans who call themselves the "People of the Blue Water." About 12,000 tourists visit the area. (AZCentral -- News)
Cape Cod makes a perfect staycation Aug 22, 2008
From live theatre and music to gallery hopping to beaches, hiking and boating to exploring a different town each day, there is always something new to discover and enjoy no matter how long you have lived here. From a business point of view, it s also a chance to check out the competition, get your creative juices flowing, and get re-energized. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
