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The Float Plan Most Boaters Skip Until They Actually Need One
A Coast Guard float plan is useful for everything from a kayak trip to an offshore fishing run. Here is why it belongs in the pre-departure routine.
Campfire Restrictions Aren’t All the Same: What Stage 1 Can Really Mean
Current BLM Colorado Stage 1 rules show why campers should read the actual fire order instead of relying on the stage number alone.
Florida Opening Day Gator Hunt: Rules, Water and Camp Life
A Florida opening day gator hunt starts with more than a boat and bait. This field note covers the August 15 season opener, permits, CITES tags, scouting, boat traffic and the camp life around the hunt.
Grand Canyon flash flooding: What visitors need to know
A clear look at Grand Canyon closures, water restrictions, what remains open and how to check conditions before your trip.
A muddy alligator hunt that shows the work behind the catch
This alligator hunt was messy, rushed and very real. The crew had to locate a target, work heavy gear in tight water, tag the harvest and then handle the practical part that comes after: measurements and processing.