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How to Camp at Grand Tetons

Often overshadowed by Yellowstone National Park, the magnificent Grand Tetons in Wyoming attract a sizable number of campers every year. Visiting the park requires more planning than the normal camping trip, especially for backcountry or RV campers arriving during peak season, mid- to late summer. read more
Homemade Camp Stove

The hobo cooker is an old-fashioned answer to the homemade, portable camping stove. It can be made by just about anyone, using simple tools, and fueled solely by burning cones and small bits of dead or fallen wood collected in a forest or on a camping ground. read more
Campout Packing List

A campout is a great way to get away from it all. The amount of planning your camping trip requires will depend on duration, location and a number of other factors. A one- to two-day drive-in campout will require far less specialized equipment than a more insulated, hike-in trip. No matter what kind of trip you plan, however, be sure to check and double-chec… read more
Kitchen Checklist for Camping

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
How do I Camp in Big Bend National Park?

Big Bend National Park is one of the landmarks of Texas. The Rio Grande meanders its course along the border between Texas and Mexico, and Big Bend encloses a vast, arid and rugged landscape along more than 200 miles of that riverfront. However, the presence of the Rio Grande and its tributaries ensure that the park is not all dust and tumbleweeds, so camper… read more

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About Camping at Mount Belford

At 14,197 feet, Mount Belford in Colorado is a mountain peak that is the focal point of the surrounding landscape. One way to enjoy the area is to camp there. There is no public campground in the area so primitive camping is encouraged… read more
How to Use a Propane Stove

While campfires have a certain romance to them, cooking with them for every meal through the duration of a camping trip can prove to be quite a hassle. This is why portable camping stoves are so popular. One of the handier formats for… read more
How to Camp in the Grand Tetons

The Grand Tetons are among the most frequently climbed mountains in the world, and all those climbers must travel cross-country and backcountry areas to make their ascents. In addition, the abundant wildlife and gorgeous scenery make G… read more
Homemade Fuel Stoves for Camping & Survival

Making your own portable camping stove is a great alternative to purchasing an expensive, manufactured version. Homemade camping stoves can be made using recycled materials for little or no cost, are lightweight and easy to operate and… read more
Camping in Denali National Park in Alaska

As the home of Mount McKinley, the tallest mountain in North America, Denali National Park in Alaska is one of the premier outdoors destinations in the far Northwest. The park is huge, however, and while there are plenty of lovely acco… read more
Things to Do in Denali Alaska

Home to the majestic Mt. McKinley, Denali National Park is one of the greatest wildernesses preserved by the National Park System. Visitors have a good chance to not only be awed by North America's tallest mountain, but also encounter… read more
JetBoil PCS Review

The Jetboil Personal Cooking System (PCS) is a portable camp stove designed to be used with isobutane gas. The PCS comes complete with a one-liter canister that will boil water at normal altitudes in two minutes. The system lights by s… read more
How to Recycle Old Fuel Canisters

Portable camping stoves are a necessity for backpackers because state and national parks generally prohibit open campfires outside of designated areas. Many of these stoves rely upon disposable metal fuel canisters. What to do with the… read more
How to Camp With Military Tents

Your local Army-Navy store (or its online equivalent) is a great source for cheap camping equipment, including tents. However, it is important to realize that these tents are surplus military tents, so they are often of older designs a… read more
How to Clean an RV Propane Stove

Most RVs have a propane stove installed in them. The propane stoves in RVs are very similar to the portable propane stoves used for camping. The main difference is that the RV stove is attached to the counter so it stays in place. Just… read more
How to Hook Up Propane Regulators for Camper Cook Stoves

One of the benefits of having a pop-up camper, trailer or RV is that you are not reliant only on campfires for cooking when you are enjoying your outdoors adventures. Stoves will need fuel, however, and this usually comes in the form o… read more
How to Build a Winter Survival Kit

Whether you are taking a short walk through the woods, a road trip or an extended hiking trip through the wilderness, a winter survival kit is a must during cold months. An accident or equipment failure, a missed trail head or turnoff… read more
Breakfast Trail Mix Cookie Recipe

There are backpackers that bring along their portable camp stoves and dutch ovens and fix hot coffee, eggs and bacon in the morning. Then there are those who like to travel lean and eat on the go. A breakfast trail mix cookie will do t… read more
China Beach Camping

China Beach is part of Juan de Fuca Provincial Park in the Canadian province of British Columbia. The China Beach area of the park is available for day use and drive-in camping. Juan de Fuca Provincial Park is on the southeastern side… read more
How to Make a Fire Without Wood in the Wild

Building a fire without wood is not difficult; keeping it going is another matter. Nearly all of the materials that function as fuel in the wilderness burn very quickly. Without a nice, broad wooden log or another slow-burning wilderne… read more

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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

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

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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