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  • Options for Lighting While Camping

    Before you head out to the campsite, you had better have some light. While a campfire will serve you well, it won't travel to your tent with you or out into the forest to relieve yourself. There are many lighting options that each offer distinct advantages for the camper. read more

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  • Fun Camping Lights

    Camping is a fun way to enjoy the great outdoors, and you can make the experience even more amusing if you choose some fun camping lights. Never mind the standard yet boring flashlight or lantern you've been using for years. You can instead light the site with disco lights, solar-powered models or even a headlamp. read more

  • The Best Camping Lights

    The best camping light is the one that's an effective fit for your needs. The brightest lights run on liquid fuel or gas canisters, but they're not safe to use inside your tent. Candle lanterns are economical, but their open flame also rules out indoor use. This leaves electric lights as the only models safe to use inside and out. read more

  • How Do I String Up Lights for Camping?

    Campers have a variety of options when it comes to lighting. This is especially true if electricity is included at the campsite. No longer are lanterns the main light source, with their bright, spotlight-like glare. Using a string of lights gives a more subtle lighting effect, plus they are easy to install and relatively inexpensive. Most outdoor and… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

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