Cooped Up? Get Uncooped.

http://www.backpacker.com/technique/article/1,1026,9708,00.html has a great starter article for those who want to experience a great adventure, even in familiar places.

We used to call it bushwhacking, but the term these days is off-trail navigation, which I guess gives it more of a high-tech feel.

The Backpacker article is a beginning point, covering the basics of preparing for the trek before you go.

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