Carl Pettit
5 Winter Sports You Don’t Need an Olympic Medal to Play
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Often times when you think of playing some sort of winter sport, you think of skiing, luge, snowboarding, and all those other hard to play games. (That is, hard if you're not an Olympian.) For those of us without any skill when it comes to those hardcore athletics, there are other winter sports that are, shall we say, more accessible.
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Michigan’s Curtis Winter Carnival Celebrates Everything Winter Has to Offer
When thinking of the best place to celebrate winter, most of us don’t automatically think of Michigan, but we should. Every year, the folks living in Curtis, MI, hosts the aptly named Curtis Winter Carnival, which falls on February 18th this time around.
Freaked About Perishing In a Natural Disaster? Here’s the Real Story
Some people think this century has gotten off to a pretty dangerous start, what with 2004′s major and deadly tsunami in Asia. Oh yeah, and there was also that recent tsunami in Japan, those earthquakes in Haiti, Iran and elsewhere, those rampant wildfires in Europe, and so on. To stop your mind from asking, “When will it be my turn?” here is the real story about dying in a natural disaster.
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Where Does the Saying ‘Take a Raincheck’ Come From?
When you say, “I’ll take a raincheck,” you’re telling someone that you can’t accept his or her offer or invitation now, but you’d be happy to accept it down the road. The phrase can also be used sarcastically, by letting someone know you’d prefer to delay something unpleasant until the future, or as a promise for out-of-stock goods.
But how did this expression make it into our lexicon?
Where Does the Expression ‘To Have a Chip on Your Shoulder’ Come From?
When you have a chip on your shoulder, it means you’re in a foul mood because of some injustice, imagined or not, you believe another person or group of people have directed against you. It also implies that you can easily become upset. But what exactly is the origin of this popular expression?
What’s the Story Behind the Phrase ‘Peeping Tom?’
A peeping Tom is a person who secretly watches someone else, so how is it possible the expression has its roots in taxation?
5 Ice Fishing Tools to Help Reel in the Winter Catch
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Every experienced outdoorsman knows that just because it's winter, it doesn't mean you can't still go fishing. You may not get to take your friends on a boat trip, but you can still bro out (and, yes, women can bro out, too) with your pals.
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7 Intense Skiing and Snowboarding Destinations for Winter Thrill Seekers [VIDEOS]
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Are you one of those roller coaster fanatics? If yes, you're probably in ride withdrawal during the winter, so why not try flying off the side of a mountain instead. Some of the best spots for extreme skiing and snowboarding are in the Canadian Rockies. It
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Fulfill Your Olympic Bobsledding Dreams on Utah’s ‘Comet’
If you’ve ever wanted to shoot down a track of solid ice at 80 miles per hour on a bobsled, now’s your chance. The Olympic bobsled track in Park City, UT is open for business.
5 Amazing Snowmobile Destinations to Get Your Heart Pounding
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If you’re after some winter action and heaps of adrenaline, and don’t mind a little risk, you may want to consider the snowmobile as the answer to this need. Check out these awe-inspiring snowmobile areas and parks, each with something special to offer. From prist
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6 Warmest Sleeping Bags That’ll Bring the Heat in Cold Weather
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Jack Frost might be waiting just outside your door, but you can still embrace the icy tundra and enjoy the beauty of nature this winter season, just as long as you bring the right camping gear
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