Get Out

Report says 25 parks threatened

NEW YORK -- The Natural Resources Defense Council and the Rocky Mountain Climate Organization say 25 national parks are threatened by climate change. Read More

Interstate drivers can't catch a break

NORLINA, N.C. -- The adage "No rest for the weary" could have been coined with Mark and Barbara Van Art in mind. Read More

One-year celebration

The Charleston Sea Kayaking Group celebrates its first anniversary Saturday. The event begins at 9:30 a.m. at Sunset Cay Marina, Folly Beach. Read More

Chasing glory

Camden's Colonial Cup steeplechase event is the race, social event of the season

Nowhere in the country is the sport of steeplechase, when the horses have to jump over fences and ditches while running around a track, held more near and dear to the hearts of a community than in Camden. Read More

Pi race Saturday a piece of cake

You could say the creators of this race found themselves going in circles when it came to the standard 5K. You know, if you were a fan of corny puns. Read More

Blast out of a rut with active adventure

Don't let colder weather chill your family's spirit of exploration. Stoke the flame with plans for unusual and active travel. Here are five options. Read More

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Bear thieves target minivans

FRESNO, Calif. -- There are plenty of luxury cars and shiny SUVs parked in Yosemite National Park, but it's no surprise to federal officials that the humble minivan is the vehicle of choice for bears who want a midnight snack. Read More

Finding overlooked treasure

Charm found at lesser-known sites

JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. -- Yosemite, Yellowstone and Grand Canyon get the publicity, and the visitors. But there are plenty of lesser-known national parks that offer gorgeous vistas and pristine back country, far from the maddening crowds. Read More

Grandfather Mountain to be run by nonprofit

GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN, N.C. -- A mainstay of western North Carolina tourism is making a transition from attraction to a portion of a foundation. Read More

Event benefits JI teams

Running or walking is the theme this weekend as yet another lace-'em-up activity takes place in the Lowcountry. Beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday is the 2009 Folly Beach 10-mile run/5-mile walk. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit the James Island High School cross country and track teams. Read More

Beidler offers nature walks

In case you missed our five trails worth exploring in last week's Get Out section, or you just plain prefer having someone alongside with more knowledge than your, "Um, I'm pretty sure that's a bird of some kind," then be sure to sign up for one of The Audubon Center at Francis Beidler Forest's fall Saturday walks. Read More

Raising funds, support and awareness in fight

It used to be a death sentence. But today, for those diagnosed with HIV or AIDS, living a normal, healthy life is a much more likely outcome. Read More

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Take a hike

5 local trails worth exploring

Let's be honest, when somebody says "let's go hiking," your first thought probably isn't of the Lowcountry. Which is fair. After all, if Mount Everest were flat, the odds are pretty good that the only thing Sir Edmund Hilary would be known for is his girly last name. Read More