Outdoors and Adventure

The New Slip 'n' Slam

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The new Slip 'n' Slam: 100 feet of slide, a 9-foot ramp, four kiddie pools.

New Jersey's Dizzying Nitro

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The Nitro coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey soars to heights of 230 feet and hits G-forces as high as 4.2-- all without ever going upside down. Get a taste of the thrill and terror this extreme ride gives.

Mauled by a Grizzly Bear

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Father and daughter Johan and Jenna fight to survive a grizzly bear attack.

Reaching the Summit at Calypso

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Summit Tower has no elevator, but the ride down is worth the climb.

A Grizzly Bear Attack

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Surgeons are astounded a man survives a grizzly bear attack.

Bruticus Maximus

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Lose your mind (and maybe your bikini top) on Wavehouse's Bruticus Maximus.

The Boss of Six Flags

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The Boss wooden coaster has 4 adrenaline-pumping drops and a 570-degree helix.

Maverick's Mad Ride

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Just when you think the ride's over, Maverick hits 70 mph in three seconds.

Skyrush in Hershey Park

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Check out the newest of Hersheypark's extreme coasters, Skyrush.

Riding Rapids on Whitewater

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Nestled near Charlotte, NC, the US Whitewater Center thrills all visitors with true-to-life river courses in a controlled environment. Various rapids and drops guarantee an interesting and wet ride for all.

Extreme Animal Adventures

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Take a walk on the wild side with the world's biggest reptiles, birds and predatory fish. Here are some of the planet's most extreme animal encounters; they'll turn your vacation into a test of will.

Park Secrets: Private Islands

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Colorado's Ranch of Riches

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Aspen's Jigsaw Ranch has some of the nation's finest and priciest lodgings.

Stay in Country Star's Cabin

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Enjoy your stay at Barbara Mandrell's Fontanel, a luxury rental in Nashville.

Tour Alaska by Train

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Hop onboard an Alaskan train for an unforgettable tour experience.

Fly to Mt. McKinley

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Tourists can land atop Mt. McKinley without the climb thanks to airplane tours.

Take the Pilgrims Plunge

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Riding Pilgrims Plunge is like a 50-mph free-fall from the Sistine Chapel.

Sleep in an Eagle's Nest

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Tutka Bay Lodge in Alaska boasts large cabins and fine dining in the mountains.