Tent camping is a great way to experience the outdoors. More often than not, tents require a substantial investment. To ensure both the appearance as well as the longevity of your tent, it is necessary to take the time to properly clean the tent both inside and out. Using a few commonly found household items, it is possible to perform a routine cleaning of y… read more
Eventually, you're going to have to clean your tent. After all, it gets set up in the woods on the dirt and has to endure what Mother Nature throws its way. Keeping your tent clean and well-maintained adds years to its life, which means you won't have to buy another one as soon. Cleaning your tent isn't difficult. The next time you use it, you'll thank yours… read more
Camping gear is bound to get dirty. After all it's living on the dirt, outdoors and bearing the brunt of what Mother Nature throws its way. Your tent will take most of the abuse and at one time or the other you'll need to clean it. This is especially true if your tent is made out of canvas. A canvas tent packed away while wet will especially need to be clean… read more
Canvas tents last for years if they are well taken care of. Sometimes after extended use, mud and dirt will accumulate. If not put away dry, mold and mildew can develop. To clean a canvas tent, it's best to wait for a warm, sunny day, so the tent has time to dry. read more
Packing up a tent when it is still wet invites mildew to grow between the tent fabric and waterproof coating. If the tent is not set up again and allowed to dry soon after it is packed wet, the mildew will spread and permanently stain and damage the tent walls. If this does happen, your tent can still be cleaned and the mildew killed. If the damage is not to… read more
Mold and mildew develops on a canvas tent when it has been stored in wet or moist conditions. Even canvas tents that have been treated with a waterproof coating are susceptible to mold growth. Mold damages the canvas material. If the m… read more
If you are a regular camper, you likely will eventually be caught in a rainstorm. When this happens, some of your gear will get wet, including your tent. Though it's always best to pack your camping gear away dry, this isn't always pos… read more
Because a tent is your main shelter while camping outdoors, it's bound to get dirty at some time. A tent has to weather everything that Mother Nature throws its way including rain and dirt. Cleaning a canvas tent isn't that hard and yo… read more
Keeping a tent on the beach year-round is a fun, but it is no easy task. Proper maintenance is key, as well as having the patience and tools necessary to keep parts of the tent working efficiently. You will need to make sure all tent p… read more
As of 2010, Jansport no longer makes tents for backpackers. This is a disappointment for many backpackers, because Jansport is one of the most widely available and high-quality tent manufacturers in the business. If you still own a Jan… read more
A backpacking tent is your home away from home while on the trail. As such, it makes sense to keep it in the best shape possible. Keeping your tent clean is an important part of gear maintenance. Regular care -- such as shaking debris… read more
A better family tent is waterproof, rip-proof, securely staked, lighted, full of storage options and free of bugs and dirt. Adequate space for people, sleeping gear, clothing and camp gear are all essential for keeping a family comfor… read more
Disassembling a Coleman tent is a simple task, but fitting that tent into the small storage bag provided can present a bit of a challenge. Take the time to clean your tent before you begin folding it to keep moisture and dirt away. Whe… read more
Marmot, which started in 1973 as a company making high-end clothing and sleeping bags for mountaineering, entered the tent business in the early '90s. The company makes everything from ultralight shelters for backpackers to single-wall… read more
When caring for a new or used room tent, clean the interior and exterior regularly. Since room tents are constructed from nylon, canvas and/or polyester, clean the room tent using a cleaning mixture that is both effective and safe to u… 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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