How National Parks Work
National parks represent the best of what any nation has to offer. They provide a place to visit, enjoy and cherish. Did you know that every country approaches national park creation in a unique way?
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How Compasses Work
Long before GPS satellites and other high-tech navigational aids, people used the Earth's natural magnetism to navigate the unknown. Learn how a compass works and how to create your own!
How North Pole Expeditions Work
Explorers have been trekking to the North Pole -- or close to it, at least -- for centuries. How do you go about getting there yourself?
How Sailboats Work
Sailboats rank as one of man's most revolutionary inventions. How far have sailboats come since the days of the Santa Maria, Nina and Pinta?
Are sled dogs a help or hindrance in the Alaskan wilderness?
Is dog still man's best friend in the rugged Alaskan wilderness? Would a pack of sled dogs bog you down or lead you to safety in the icy outdoors?
If I kill an animal, can I eat it raw?
Let's say you're lost in the wilderness. Rather than guess which berries aren't poisonous, you down a rabbit for consumption. You're too famished for cooking. Should you eat it raw?
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