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Going heavy in 3-gun
Joshua Fry Recreation & LeisureHeavy metal. Is there a more badass-sounding division in all of competition shooting? I have long been fascinated by this small yet dedicated sect of shooters since I began shooting 3-gun years ago. Every time a heavy metal competitor begins shooting their rifle, you immediately feel the difference between the tame .223 and the booming power of the .308. When a .308 hits steel you just say to yourself, "now that’s a rifle round."
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Another hunter gets in hot water over African safari photo
John McAdams Recreation & LeisureWell, it happened again: another mini-scandal has erupted due to some photos an American took during a hunt in Africa. However, this incident is noteworthy for two reasons. First, though anti-hunters are certainly getting involved as well, some of the most intense criticism of the man in question is coming from fellow hunters. Second, the hunt took place in Namibia where the government is urging hunters to refrain from posting photographs of dead animals on social media.
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Why people are fed up with obligation vacations?
Bambi Majumdar Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIt’s fun to receive an invitation to a destination wedding, but the bill for the travel, lodging, and food can be a strain on finances. As much as we love to join close friends and family members on their special days, it is becoming harder and harder to say yes to these obligation vacations, or "oblications." You will be glad to know that you are not alone in feeling a wee bit resentful of these unnecessary expenditures. An MMGY Global travelhorizons survey revealed that at least one-third of U.S. adults had taken at least one such vacation.
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Travel2020: 7 hacks for healthy travel
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementUnless you are living under a rock, you are likely traveling a lot, possibly more than you would like. And chances are the traveling you are doing may be boosting your productivity and stimulating your happiness buttons, but it may also be kicking your immune system to the curb. Recent research, however, shows the happiness ratio still out paces the harm factor and, in fact, it is possible to have your happiness and your health too as you burn up miles on the road.
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Ghost tours: Exploring the supernatural
Dave G. Houser Recreation & LeisureHalloween is upon us once again, and there’s no better way — for those of us beyond the age of trick or treating — to get in touch with the spirit world than to join a ghost tour. Many cities across the county, especially those with long, intriguing and strife-ridden histories, hide a haunted past. Here are seven of them that offer guided tours of well-documented paranormal sites.
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Travel2020: America’s most haunted places gear up for Halloween
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementIf there is anything America loves on Halloween it’s a good ghost story — and better yet, a good ghost and a big fright. While ghost sightings are not always guaranteed, Halloween 2018 offers a universe of scary places where ghosts may or may not show up, but should certainly be active on this night of all nights. What these places do guarantee are thrills, chills and explorations of dark rooms that will undoubtedly draw some screams. And some cheers as well — Halloween is big business, after all.
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The dual-sport motorcycle: A great second ride
Connie Ulman Recreation & LeisureMany full-time RVers have more than one mode of transportation. Some have a rig or a truck and a pull-behind. Some have a motorhome and pull their car behind them. Many choose motorcycles, scooters or even golf carts as their second ride. There are many options available to choose from. However, it seems the optimal choice right now is a dual-sport motorcycle. What is a dual-sport motorcycle? It is a street-legal motorcycle with a dual purpose.
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The most common violations committed by Texan hunters
John McAdams Recreation & LeisureAside from a few bad apples, most hunters are honest and law-abiding citizens. That being said, game wardens in Texas still cite countless hunters for various hunting violations each year. Some of these hunters slip up in the heat of the moment and unintentionally commit a game violation. Others are truly ignorant of the law. Regardless, it is up to us as hunters to know the law and act in a responsible and ethical manner while we’re afield. With that in mind, here are a few of the most common violations people get cited for each year that you should pay close attention to.
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Travel2020: Of bots or brawn — The changing booking trends in travel
Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementAt the recent Digital Travel Summit in Las Vegas, the word of the hour was "chat bot." Those are the pesky pop-up boxes that interrupt site research with an "assistant" who is ready to help with nifty, on-the-spot answers to anything that ails. For most of us, these are an annoying inconvenience, as we know, despite friendly jargon and seemingly responsive wording, the only thing human behind the name is the programmer that created it. Yet, at the Summit, where big brands met quant companies, the challenge to replace the human was the next great space race.
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The best parks in Florida for snowbirds
Cindy Belt Recreation & LeisureMany of us RVers move south every winter. Florida is a popular winter getaway. Getting a reservation at the many RV parks in the Sunshine State is a great way to ensure a spot for the season along with seeing old friends. But I like staying in "old Florida" at county, state, and national parks. As a note, parks are busy so make reservations early. For example, there are four state parks in the Florida Keys, and they are all difficult to get a spot at. Often, sites fill up 11 months in advance.
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