Tamia Nelson's Outside

Photo Finish for September 4, 2010: Into the Greenwood

The weather's cool, there's a brilliant sun, and the breeze rustles through the maples, pin cherries, and beech trees. What better conditions could you want for a hike in the woods?…

A BLT with Peanut Butter? A New Look at an Old Favorite, Thanks to Bara Lake

Are you in the mood for a delicious sandwich? Then why not consider a new take on an old favorite. The not-to-secret ingredient is peanut butter…

The Joyfulness of the Long Distance Cyclist

I typically clock up between 20 and 25 miles a day on my bike. Some trips take me into town for shopping, others take me away into the nearby hills, on photo shoots or "amphibious" excursions. And sometimes I just ride for the fun of it. Trips like these don't require much in the way of preparation. But longer rides, rides of 50 miles or more, are another story altogether…

Bike Sunday for August 29, 2010 A Sense of Style

The owner of this bike has a sense of style, as shown by how he chose to park his trusty steed…

A Very Special Relationship: It’s All About the Bike!

Folks who say you can't love inanimate objects are dead wrong. I've loved all seven of my bikes, beginning with my very first. Don't get me wrong, though. Not all bikes are equal in my affections…

Photo Finish for August 27, 2010: Antidote for Sore Feet

What do you do when you still have miles to hike but your feet are sore? Dunk 'em…

Family Matters: A Picnic in the Dark

I work at my desk on summer evenings, under a large open window that admits breezes and mosquitoes in roughly equal measure. And occasionally something more, besides…