On camping trips, you must plan ahead to adequately meet your needs for food, water, shelter and basic human comfort. There is no worse feeling than arriving at a backcountry camping destination and realizing you forgot something important. Overlooking an essential item can lead to hunger, sickness or injury in the backcountry. Stay well prepared by using a… read more
Camping out of an RV takes much of the "rough" out of roughing it. One part of that is that a big rig can haul a lot of stuff, but that cargo-carrying capacity has a dark side. If an RV can haul more supplies, it also demands more supplies and more preparation to operate properly. With so many things to bring, many RVers find a checklist useful in helping th… read more
The Dry Tortugas National Park, a remote island chain located 70 miles west of Key West, boasts Fort Jefferson---a large brick-and-masonry nineteenth-century fort that provides a fascinating historical glimpse. But many come to the Dry Tortugas for the camping experience. A small primitive campground in the shadow of the fort lets you enjoy a "desert isle" e… read more
Part of the fun of roughing it is cooking in the great outdoors. Whether it be making dinner over a lightweight camping stove in the backcountry, for a weekend trip at the state park or for a week-long camping vacation, all camp kitchens require a certain amount of hardware and supplies to function. However, what is essential varies with the camping conditio… read more
Pop-up tent trailers offer an inexpensive way to upgrade your camping style. The convenience of keeping the trailer stocked and ready-to-go means less time spent on camping preparations and packing, and more time spent traveling, exploring and enjoying the camping experience. To maximize the use of space in a tent trailer and prevent the trailer from becomin… read more
Camping supplies checklists vary, depending on the kinds of camping activities you are planning for. RV camping requires a different set of supplies than backcountry camping. Moreover, summer and winter camping also necessitate differe… read more
To increase the enjoyment of your camping experience, you should plan all meals before setting out. The food you decide to prepare will ultimately come down to personal preference, but you should eat properly even in the woods. Similar… read more
Whether you are car camping or wilderness camping, having the right gear and keeping it organized is essential to an enjoyable experience. In addition to the essentials, such as a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent and stove, there are s… read more
Any fool can camp out, but it takes a dedicated outdoorsman to cook in the wilderness. If you think you are up to the challenge, spend some time planning out every meal ahead of time. Remember, you will not have the option of running d… read more
Trailer camping is ideal for comfort and convenience, but it is common for trailer campers to leave important items at home. A thorough trailer camping checklist will ensure that everything you need is on the trailer and available at t… read more
Motorcycle camping requires a minimalist approach, and a solid checklist will ensure you have all of the essentials without overloading your bike. Motorcycle campers can carry camping gear in saddle bags or a side car, and some motorcy… read more
Every thorough camping supplies checklist includes a number of essentials. In camping, essentials are those items that keep you safe, warm, fed and provided for in case of an emergency. In the woods, adverse situations, such as bad wea… 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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