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Lessons learned from Rangemaster Tactical Conference

Eric Lamberson Law Enforcement, Defense & Security

Tom Givens and Rangemaster hosted their annual Tactical Conference from March 11-13 at the Memphis Police Firearms Training Unit facility in Tennessee. Although there were police and some military in attendance, most attendees were law-abiding citizens exercising their uniquely American rights to assemble, exercise free speech and to keep and carry guns to defend themselves and those under their protection.

12 races for beginners across the US

Kelly Sharp Sports & Fitness

Running a marathon requires months of training, commitment and endurance building. That rings especially true for dedicated races such as the New York or Boston marathon. But for runners who simply want to enjoy the racing experience without the undeniable pressure to compete, there are now a variety of races from which to choose. Races have grown into casual outings featuring adventures, themes and charitable supporters.

8 great American jazz festivals in 2016

Dave G. Houser Recreation & Leisure

Originating in New Orleans around the beginning of the 20th century, jazz is a uniquely American musical genre. Spontaneous and infectious, it spread far and wide during the ensuing decades — and like blue jeans and Hollywood movies, it became one of our greatest exports to the rest of the world.

America’s 10 best barbecue joints

Dave G. Houser Food & Beverage

Historians tell us that for many millennia, man has applied low, slow heat to a variety of meats to make them meltingly tender and delicious. Christopher Columbus and other New World explorers found Caribbean aboriginals cooking fish and other meats on grates of sticks lashed together and suspended over smoldering coals — dousing their food with fiery pepper sauce.

4 ways to lower the average RV park fees

Howard Jaros Recreation & Leisure

When it comes to budgeting for the full-time and part-time RV lifestyle, applying methods that lower the average RV park fees can add up the savings over the course of a year. Pam and I use multiple methods to cut our average RV park fees, and we would like to share some of those with you. These savings come from searching out RV parks that offer online discounts, using camping clubs and by boondocking at various locations to save on RV park fees.

Giving public land back to the states is a really bad idea

John McAdams Recreation & Leisure

There is a battle currently raging over what the future will hold for our public lands. At this moment, one campaign is arguing that the vast majority of all federally managed public land should be transferred to the states. At first glance, it seems like the states should be able to do a better job of managing public land than the federal government. However, things aren't quite so simple, and transferring federally managed public lands to the states could result in the general public losing access to these lands. In this article, I will discuss why I think this is a bad idea.

Time to reload: The importance of hydration in the summer heat

Eric Lamberson Recreation & Leisure

Although it may not seem like it in some parts of the country, summer will be upon us soon. A challenge we always face in the summer heat is the risk of dehydration — something I experienced firsthand recently. Late last summer as we had just finished cleaning up from a shooting match, I began to feel uncomfortable.

O Canada: What to expect on your RV trip to Alaska

Steve and Diane Owens Recreation & Leisure

As many RVers are beginning to plan their summer travels, I'd like to suggest a trip through Canada to Alaska. It's a terrific adventure with beautiful scenery and nature. We made this journey several years ago, and here are some of the things we learned along the way.

A quick education on buying classic cars

Skip Kuhn Transportation Technology & Automotive

Spring is upon us, and quite predictably I have found another car to add to my garage. My primary excuses were: I just sold two cars; the brown 944 project is finished and ready to go; and this was a good deal on what could be a ready to go "driver."

As doors open in Cuba, travel companies quickly step in

Suzanne Mason Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

As travel restrictions ease in Cuba, businesses in the travel industry are now beginning to set up shop in the Caribbean country for the first time in more than 50 years. The evidence was clear with the CEOs from Airbnb, Marriott International and Carnival Corp. joining President Barack Obama for his visit to Cuba last week.

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