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Trailside With Sally O'Neal

Visting Ireland: Dysert O'Dea: Archaeological Treasure
In County Clare

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A mere 11 kilometers (less than 7 miles) north of the west Ireland crossroads community of Ennis lies a little slice of history that's well worth several hours' exploration. Sites of historic and archaeological significance aren't scarce in Ireland, but the castle, church, grounds, and outbuildings of the Dysert O'Dea complex are a worthy combination of natural beauty, manmade history, and boot-strapped conservation efforts.

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Lisa Price On The Outdoors

Luck At The Crossing

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Jeremy Husong isn't a trophy hunter or a meat hunter, he's a mix of both. And since he lives and hunts in Oklahoma, and also hunts in Kansas, he can satisfy his urges for either type of hunting. He made the four-hour drive to Kansas in search of big bucks. He'd barely gotten to his spot when he saw three does come out, and they were running. A big buck came out after them, and it was walking.

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Tiergarten Schönbrunn, World's Oldest Zoo

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In operation since 1752, Tiergarten Schönbrunn (a.k.a. Schönbrunn Zoo, a.k.a. Vienna Zoo), is arguably the oldest still-operating zoo in the world. Today's Tiergarten Schönbrunn is a modern zoological garden complete with exotic habitat enclosures such as a simulated Amazon rainforest, a desert habitat, and an Arctic "polarium." Star attractions include the giant pandas and extensive koala exhibit.

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Bluer Than Blue: Bickleton, The Bluebird Capital

Exploring The Burren In Western Ireland

FIght, LOve, LIve: California's Filoli Estate And Gardens

Zihuatanejo: Mexican Fishing Village Retains Its Charm

Ohanapecosh Hot Springs: Little Spring With A Big History

Fast Lane/Slow Lane: Can This Relationship Be Saved?

More Than Souvenirs: Surrounding Myself With Keepsakes From My Journeys

Ireland's Ancient Grange Circle Of Lough Gur

Exploring Napa Valley Wine Country: Part 1

A Tail Of Two Kitties

Exploring Ireland's Lough Corrib

Beautiful Butchart Gardens, British Columbia

John Wayne's Ireland: 'The Quiet Man' Sites Of Cong

Enjoying Karwartha Lakes, Ontario

Cowboy Up! At Chico Hot Springs

Guemes: The Sleepy San Juan Island

Fly Fishing For Beginners

A Family Whitewater Adventure

Ahoy! Nautical Jargon for Newbies

Horseback Riding Is Wonderful In Banff

Haiku Therapy At The Coast

Malheur Wildlife Refuge: Oasis In Oregon's High Desert

Hiking Colorado: The Land Of 10,000-Foot Lakes

Down And Dirty: A Caving Adventure

Great Fishing At Lake Ontario

Teach Your Children Well

Uneducated Observations On The Magic Of Mushrooms

Cool Summer Thoughts Of Alaska

Under the %#@& Tuscan Sun

Dog Handling Tips

Exploring The Frigid Waters Of Kachemak Bay

Paddling My Own Canoe

A New Year's Resolution For A Non-Hunter

Hiking Colorado: A Trail Of Xylophone Melodies

Saving One Turtle At A Time On Acapulco Bay

Walking Ketchikan: Alaska Lite For Tourists

Via dell'Amore: Coastal Italy's 'Walk of Love'

(Wo) Man's Best Friend

La Quebrada: Acapulco's Cliff Divers

Cemetery Strolling: Not Just For Halloween!

I Will Not Drive A Minivan!

Letter To Those Serving Overseas

San Diego's Doozy Of A Zoo

Old Sleeping Bag Holds Memories

How To Have An Adventure: A First-Time Cruise Ship Primer

I (Heart) My Big Dog

It Takes A Village: Volunteer Trail Building

The Making Of An Archer

Swimming With (Research) Dolphins

Looking For Adventure? Try Adventure Racing!

Historic Sitka, Alaska: Afloat And Afoot

Egg On My Face: Revisiting The Feeding Of Wild Eagles

My Other Bike Is A Scooter

Adventure In New York's Catskills

Roaming Custer State Park
On Horseback

The Great Outdoors RV Resort

Humble Homer, Alaska's Spit City

Whale Watching Near Juneau, Alaska

A Hunt Can Be Successful Without A Trophy

Portland's Classical Chinese Garden

Chilly Dogs (And Cats): A Word On Outdoor Pets

Recognize And Prevent Drowning

Throwing The Ball

Women Who Run With The Wolfhounds

Yerba Buena Gardens: Oasis In Urban San Francisco

Hiking Colorado: Tomichi -- Land of High Cliffs

Trust: The Importance Of Letting Go

A Wild Time In San Diego

Where's Your Saddle?
... And Other Questions And Remarks Big-Dog Owners Hate

Activities Abound At California's
Big Bear Lake Area

Whistler, B.C., Looks Ahead To 2010 Olympics

Double-Dog Duty: Walking Two Large Dogs At Once

Cook's Tour Of Yellowstone

Sunshine On My Shoulders Makes Me Grumpy

America's Castle: The Biltmore House

A Tour On The Wild Side: Journey Into Africa

Cruisin' To Excess

Give Geocaching A Try

Cannon Beach: Quintessential Oregon Coast

A Hunting Hound: The Only 'Option' Your Car Needs

Trekking My Inner Path

Female Bonding On Skinny Skis:
A Women's Recreation Club Is Born

Lighted Farm Implement Parades: A Tribute In Verse

The Hanford Reach National Monument

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