Cutting back on gas-intensive fishing trips to the Laurel Highlands, Richard Kobertz of Hampton fished at former farm ponds last week. It is private -- but accessible with permission -- and a few miles from his home.

Jake Eicher of Fox Chapel set a world record with this blacktip shark.

Orienteering is qualified for Olympic status, but will probably never get in the Summer Games because it's hard to televise and not popular in the U.S. However, its popularity remains high in this country among Boy Scouts, the military, outdoor lovers and runners. Try your hand July 26 at Raccoon Creek State Park. See GETout spotlight, below.