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Become an armchair adventurer. Sit back as American Field Guide leads you on a cross-continental tour of Recreation in America's Outdoors. Check out the featured video clips for a peek at some of our most intriguing segments on Recreation; or dig deeper into the collection by browsing the subtopic categories.

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Hiking in Canyon Sin Nombre
Produced by San Diego Public Broadcasting

The slot canyons and rugged terrain of Canyon Sin Nombre offer many examples of how water and erosion have transformed the desert landscape.

 

Canoeing the Buffalo National River, Arkansas
Produced by Arkansas Education Television Network

Nearly one million people visit the Buffalo National River in the Arkansas Ozarks annually - and many of them make the trip via canoe.

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River of Air
Produced by Maryland Public Television

Piloting a glider requires a knowledge of how air and land interact to create thermal lift, a phenomenon that enables gliders to fly.

 

Backcountry Skiing at Scottish Lakes
Produced by The Public Network for Central Washington

Scottish Lakes Backcountry Ski Trails, in Central Washington, offer a range of trails for skiiers of all levels of experience.

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