Linda Fehrman

Washington state's impressive wild places range from snow-capped mountains to dripping rainforests and fog-shrouded fjords. Its caves are often overlooked, but they offer distinct opportunities for adventure. In Washington, spelunking,…

Laboring moms often want to change positions throughout their labor. Not only does it feel good, but it assists the baby in his or her rotation through the pelvis. One position that is particularly helpful in assisting a baby to drop…

China's enormity is more than just dirt deep. The massive expanse of land that comprises China's uniquely various landscape is shot through with plenty of subterranean space: Dozens of major caves dig under every province, as well as many…

Once-barren mounds left behind by coal strip mining were replanted and transformed into Finger Lakes State Park in Missouri. It is one of two parks in the state catering to off-road enthusiasts. While St. Joe State Park has trails for…

Hypnobirthing is a system of childbirthing that allows you to enter a state of deep physical and mental relaxation during childbirth. When using this system, many women are able to avoid using drugs for pain and are able to more fully…

Spanning more than 100 miles, Skyline Drive is a scenic driving route that traverses Shenandoah National Park from north to south. Along the way, you can stop and explore dozens of campgrounds, picnic areas, hiking trails and scenic…

A snowflake hasn’t been seen in the southern California town of Mojave for more than 50 years, making it an ideal place to escape a cold winter. The small town is easy to pass by unnoticed in the the vast desert its named for, but it's a…

Less than 10 miles from the shores of Lake Powell near Page, Arizona, shafts of light play through the narrow walls of one of the most-photographed slot canyons on earth. Although Antelope Canyon empties into Lake Powell, the part near…

An expectant mother usually attracts most of the focus during pregnancy, as she is the one carrying the baby. The expectant father also needs support because he is also experiencing transition, and associated hopes and fears. With the…

The goal of ecotourism is a simple one, but not always easily attained. Visitors to some of the most remote and untouched places in the world can enjoy the natural splendor and cultural importance of the land without diminishing its…