Camping is a great way to get some quality family bonding time. No computer, no TV, no distractions---you really get to spend time with your kids. And by planning the right activities, you'll make it a fun experience that they'll want to repeat. Don't let them slip off to the tent to text friends or play PSP---make it an engaging family experience. read more
Introducing children to camping can instill a lifelong love of the outdoors and all its potential. It can also create some of the most precious memories of family outings. Part of a successful camping trip with kids is finding activities for them. read more
There are many ways to start a fire. Flint and steel takes more time and skill than you might have if you are faced with an immediate need for warmth. Using string and twig sounds great in theory, but it is also not a method to rely on when time is crucial. Carry a lighter, magnifying lens or a waterproof container with strike-anywhere matches whenever you h… read more
Camping in the forest can be a great experience. There is nothing like sitting around a blazing campfire under the stars and trees. Inexperienced campers may wonder how to get firewood out of the forest. There are several things to consider when gathering kindling and logs for your fire. read more
Always check your local rules and regulations before collecting firewood. Some parks prohibit open campfires entirely while others may provide firewood for you at campgrounds. If you're gathering firewood for use on a later car camping trip, be aware that some regions--for example the state of New York--prohibit importing firewood from other areas unless it'… read more
Redwood National Park extends over a vast 206 square miles. The only accommodations in the park are a spartan youth hostel that is open only part of the year, making camping a necessity for those who want to make long stays among the r… read more
In a valley along the Clark Fork River, miners established the town of Thompson Falls, Montana, in 1885. Today, acres of national forest lands surround the community, which makes Thompson Falls an ideal place for hunting, fishing, moun… 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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