Canvas tarps are heavy and heavy-duty. The fabric has proven to be a vital, versatile tool for any campsite. These tarps are thick enough to dampen sound and make a nice insulating layer when used over (but not in contact with) tent material. The weight of canvas is the strongest argument against its use in the backcountry. This drawback can be mitigated… read more
Ice fishing is a sport for die-hard anglers and only the heaviest clothes are warm enough for this activity. Anything less and hypothermia becomes a real possibility. If you'd like to fish all year without sitting for hours in bone-chi… read more
Even if you already have a tent, camping tarps offer an additional layer of protection. You can lay them flat for protection against the wet earth or hang them with ropes from trees or poles to create a wind, sun and rain barrier. Diff… read more
Child transportation systems are designed for multifunctional use including bike trailers that operate in five different modes--cycling, jogging, strolling, skiing and hiking. Attach a bike trailer to your road bike or mountain bike fo… read more
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...
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...
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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