The Active Wino

New York

If you like doing yoga on rooftops, you should check out Spot Yoga classes.  They hold classes on rooftop spaces.  They conduct sessions on various locations, all strategically chosen for their panoramic views.  Their classes last for an hour.

If you prefer practicing yoga in the park, you might want to check out Athleta’s Bryant Park yoga classes.  This usually takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  You can also join the classes in Prospect Park.  The classes are free and they last for an hour.

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Los Angeles

If you live in Los Angeles, you should check out the yoga classes in Runyan Canyon Yoga.  There are classes there everyday.  This place is a popular hiking spot too. The view is scenic, and the people are welcoming.  If you’re a beginner, you will also find a class for newbies too.

Since L.A. has beaches, you would also find oceanfront yoga classes in Santa Monica on Sundays.  These classes are open throughout the whole year.

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Florida

There are classes conducted in various parks throughout South Florida.  You can always visit Pembroke Pines, Downtown Miami, South Beach, and Coconut Grove to attend yoga classes.

There are also beachfront yoga classes.  Enjoy the view of the Atlantic Ocean three times a week.  These classes are open all year long to all levels.

Chicago

Do you fancy attending yoga classes in schools? Lincoln Park Zoo offers various yoga classes on the Nature Boardwalk.  There are even classes for toddlers.  Your kids will definitely enjoy doing some animal yoga poses.

Yoga is also offered in Millennium Park every Sunday morning.  You can also do Tai Chi, Pilates and Zumba as well. The classes last for 45 minutes. 

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Texas

If you’re in Houston, you’d find one-hour long yoga classes at the South Lake Village Recreation Park. You’d find classes for beginners and experienced yogis all year round.

You will also find free yoga sessions conducted in Austin’s different parks. They have their own schedules.  Check this schedule before heading them out.

Enjoy the Sunrise

Don’t wake up too late when you’re out camping.  Grab the chance to enjoy the sunrise.  Camping offers the chance for renewal. Taking the time to wake up at dawn, go out to watch the sun rising will bring you a sense of peace and lightness in your spirit.

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Connect with Nature Completely

When camping with your family, get in touch with nature.  Enjoy pure water.  Create a fire and use it to cook your food. Feel the wind on your face. Connect with nature.  This will help relieve stress.

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Move!

Take advantage of your camping trip to give your body the much-needed exercise.  Get your body moving.  Go on a hike. Take long walks. This will help burn fats, and it will get rid of toxins from your body. Go canoeing if you can. All these activities will help give you spirit as sense of focus. It will also help get rid of stress.

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Breathe in the Fresh Air

Camping gives you the chance to breathe in fresh air.  Take a moment to enjoy the air. Sit quietly and breath in. This will help give you a sense of calmness and tranquility.

1. Failing to wear the right clothes

News flash: Denim is not the most comfortable clothing for hiking.  It may look good on you, but it won’t do anything for you when it’s cold or raining.  Cotton tends to absorb moisture unlike wool and polyester fabric.  It takes a long time for cotton to dry out.  

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2. Buying a poor quality tent or sleeping bag

Yes, you will find camping items at thrift shops or Wal-Mart even, but this doesn’t mean that you should buy them!  No matter how tempting it is to buy a $10 sleeping bag, you shouldn’t.  You’d regret it when you find yourself freezing to death while camping.  Go to a reputable outdoor stores and get your gear from reliable brands.

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3. Using a road map when hiking

Not all maps can help you figure out he trail.  When it comes to hiking, you need hyper-detailed topographical maps called quads.  You can also use trail maps especially those that include geographical features like ridges, peaks and rivers.  You’d find guidebooks in local book stores, so take your time to check them out before you set out to hike.

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4. Packing more than they need from a medical kit

You are not going to war.  Although being out in the wilderness or the woods can be scary, you don’t need to pack every medical supply that you can find. You just need to pack your first aid kit essentials like bandages of various sizes, medical tape, sterile gauze, alcohol, paracetamol, ibuprofen, and antibiotic ointment.

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5. Not knowing the basics about lightning

It’s not just metal that attracts lightning.  It is also attracted to tall and isolated objects.  Just standing under a tall, lone tree could place you in danger. Lightning could strike the tree or the ground near it.  You don’t have to be hit directly.  Secondary hits or strikes can be just as dangerous.  Make sure to go into the forest or any low point ravine or hills instead.

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6. Packing too light.

Even an experienced backpacker wouldn’t go ultra-light without serious consideration.  You need a lot of experience in order to have the confidence to pack only the most basic needs.  Packing only about 10 to 12 pounds of weight would mean less provisions of food, water, fuel and clothes.  If things could go wrong, this could be very dangerous for you.

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7. Using newly-opened boots

Hiking means walking - a lot of walking! This means you need to wear your most comfortable hiking boots.  This means you can’t wear something straight out of the box. You need to break your boots in before you use them for hiking or backpacking.

So, buy a pair of hiking boots weeks ahead of time.  Wear them around the house. Use them when you mow the lawn or go on errands.  Walk around the block with them. If you develop blisters, apply bandages but continue wearing your boots until you’ve completely broken them in.

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8.  Failing to start early

When it comes to hiking, the earlier you start the better. This is especially true if you are planning to take on a difficult or long route.  Even the most experienced hikers need to start early every time they take on a new route. A few wrong turns can be inevitable when you start late.

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9. Failing to check the weather or ignoring the forecast

No, you don’t have to cancel a hike just because of a little rain.  You only need the right gear to deal with a little rain.  But if it’s heavy rain, you might have to cancel the hike.  The trail might be incredibly slippery for beginners.  Make sure to review the noaa.gov website.  They use Google Maps interface to create accurate five-day forecasts.