Nevada's Red Rock Canyon: just beyond the neon and greenbacks of Vegas lies a priceless wilderness gem
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A backpacker describes a trip to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area in Nevada. The area has many well-maintained trails as well as opportunities for off-trail boulder hopping. Wildlife includes coyotes, foxes, rodents and bobcats. Details about permits, maps and other information are given.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1996
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Mementos: does the word "grizzly" ring any bells
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A man recounts a backpacking trip he took in Glacier National Park. Before embarking on the trip he bought a bear bell and attached it to his shoe. After two days of seeing no bears, he removed the bell, and just a short time later had an encounter with a grizzly bear.
Publication Name: Backpacker
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0277-867X
Year: 1996
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