If your waistline started the outward slide from the Thanksgiving feast through the holiday parties, the Web is a great resource to can help you get out, and get moving.

Greg Adler, of PC World recently recommended his five favorite sites for outdoor adventures; I have added a few more to broaden the list:

SkierNet – this is a sister site to Slackerpacker (found on Greg’s list) that is designed by skiers for skiers. It gives a great directory of ski area information by state ‘from community rope tows to mega resorts’. The site also provides lots of tips and charts to help skiers of all abilities.

Localhikes – provides ‘information on local hiking opportunities near both large and small metropolitan areas in the United States. You can find the perfect trail by selecting your metro area below to browse the available hikes, or by using the search feature to find the trails closest to your home or office.’

GORP – provides outdoor travel guides by state for hiking, but also for scenic drives, road trips area events, local outdoor clubs, park ratings and more.

National Park Service – the definitive source for information on trails and access in our national parks, many of which have unique winter activities for individuals and families.

This holiday season give yourself, and your family, the gift of good health and gain a greater appreciation for the world we live in.

Linda