Black Bear Sightings On The Rise In Texas...

Photo courtesy of Animal PlanetBlack Bear sightings are on the rise in Texas according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept.Usually black bears are only seen around the Big Bend area but this year they seem to have migrated in from Mexico.Hikers, backpackers, and many outdoor enthusiasts have learned to coexist with these magnificent creatures...

Be Adventurous... Get Out and Do Something!

Every day there are people pushing themselves to the edge, seeing how far they can go, testing the boundaries, and exceeding their ouwn expectations.Too often we sit at our desks, or on the couch, saying that we want adventure. There are few of us who actually seek out the adventure. We don't have the time, we're too busy, or we're too lazy... plain...

Good Knives Save Lives...

Copyright 2012 - Human Spirit of AdventureI love a good knife. In a survival situation, a good knife will save your life.They are such handy tools to have around in everyday life, not to mention during the course of an adventure. In survival situations, they will help you with building shelter, finding food, first aid, defense, and a myriad of other...

One Soldiers Sacrifice - Happy Veterans Day!

In 1987, after graduating high school, I enlisted in the U.S. Army. The Cold War was at a pinnacle  approaching a turning point if you will, and it was either going to end soon, or war would breakout large scale.I wanted to serve my country more than anything. I wanted to defend my country from those who would try to deprive us of our liberties....

Extreme Adventure Vehicles Pt. 2

Photo courtesy of globalxvehicles.comIn keeping with our series on Extreme Adventure Vehicles, we come to a group of vehicles that are truly built for adventure.These vehicles are extreme! If you are trekking across South America or the African Savanna then one of these might be for you.These vehicles are not for the Weekend Adventurers... they...

Extreme Adventure Vehicles Pt. 1

Photo Courtesy of Sportsmobile.comOne item that every adventurer dreams of owning is the ultimate adventure vehicle. The very thought of being able to access the inaccessible is one of the driving forces in an adventure. Have you ever wished that you could have the conveniences of an RV, but knew there was no way your Winnebago was going to make it...