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Sailing Recreation
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The term "scupper" refers to a hole in the side of a boat, designed to drain away water. elaborate

Outdoor Activities Recreation
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The longest recorded zip line is over 1.7 miles long. elaborate

Canoeing Adventures Recreation
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Canoeing is believed to have originated thousands of years ago, with evidence suggesting its use by indigenous peoples in various parts of the world for hunting, fishing, and transportation. elaborate

Off-Road Trails Recreation
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Some off-road trails are so remote they're only accessible by highly modified vehicles or on foot, and may lack any cell service or easily accessible emergency aid. elaborate

ATV/Off-Roading Recreation
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The first ATVs were designed in the early 1960s, initially for farm work, not recreation. elaborate

Axe Throwing Recreation
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Axe throwing's popularity surge is partly attributed to its appeal as a social activity, bridging the gap between competitive sports and casual pub games. elaborate

Kayaking Rivers Recreation
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Kayaking certain rivers can expose you to unexpected wildlife, from playful otters to surprisingly territorial birds guarding their nests. elaborate

Fishing Recreation
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The world's largest fish, the whale shark, is a filter feeder and doesn't actually "fish" in the traditional sense. elaborate

Canoeing Recreation
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Canoeing was a competitive sport in the very first modern Olympic Games in 1896. elaborate

Hunting Recreation
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Hunting dogs were used in ancient Egypt, not just for sport, but also to help with hunting birds. They were trained to drive the birds toward nets. elaborate

Electric Skateboarding Recreation
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Electric skateboards can reach speeds exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h), depending on the model. elaborate

Hobbies & Interests Recreation

The word "hobby" comes from the Old English word "hobbyhorse," referring to a toy horse children would ride. elaborate

Hiking Trails Recreation
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The Appalachian Trail, while famous for its length, actually has more than 2,000 miles of side trails branching off of it. elaborate

Backpacking Recreation
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Backpacking was significantly popularized in the 1960s and 70s by the counterculture movement, who embraced its freedom and connection with nature. elaborate

Toys and Games for Adults Recreation
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Adult coloring books are a multi-million dollar industry. elaborate

Kayaking Recreation
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The word "kayak" comes from the Inuit word "qajaq," meaning "hunter's boat." elaborate

National Parks/Outdoor Recreation Areas Recreation
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The National Park Service manages more than 400 million acres of land, an area larger than the state of Alaska. elaborate

Sports and Outdoor Topics Recreation
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The longest recorded game of cricket lasted 14 days. elaborate

Paddleboarding (SUP) Recreation
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Paddleboarding (SUP) has roots in ancient Polynesian surfing techniques. elaborate

Rafting Recreation
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The longest commercially rafted river in the world is the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. elaborate

Slacklining Fun Recreation
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Slacklining can improve balance and core strength more effectively than traditional balance exercises because it requires constant, dynamic adjustments. elaborate

Camping Recreation
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The term "campsite" can refer to both the physical location and the act of setting up a tent and related gear at that location. elaborate

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