Granola makes a healthy, nutritious cereal and a good snack food. Creating and baking homemade granola only requires a few ingredients, but you can certainly experiment as you become more familiar with the cooking method. Most granola recipes call for nuts because they are nutritious and help to bulk out the product, but they are high in calories and should… read more
Using a tent heater is a great way to stay warm inside your tent, regardless of the temperature outside. The models available are safe to use in an enclosed tent and keep the temperature at a comfortable level. Whether you plan on camping in the winter or the summer, you could benefit from learning how to properly operate a tent heater. read more
The two terms are sometimes used interchangeably, sunscreen and suntan lotion. But, evidenced by the meanings of their names, these products do very different things. As the names suggest, sunscreen screens the sun's rays from the skin and to prevent burns and tanning, which damage the skin. Conversely, suntan lotion is a broader term that references topical… read more
Live minnows make great fishing bait. So, when heading out fishing, many anglers stop by a bait shop to pick some up. However, when on a long wilderness fishing trip, anglers can't walk into a convenient curbside bait shop. When no bait shop is nearby, savvy anglers catch their own minnows using a homemade minnow fish trap. Two 2-liter bottles make a light a… read more
Kids seem to love cooking on a stick over an open campfire. Although this activity is fun, it also be can dangerous. Make sure that all sticks used to cook over the campfire are at least 2 feet long to prevent burns or accidents. Children should be supervised at all times near the campfire to prevent turning a fun camping trip into a trip to the emergency ro… read more
When it comes to camping, one of the most enjoyable highlights is eating and preparing a home-cooked meal. Many camping food ideas are passed down from generation to generation, proving over the years to be hearty and satisfying. When… read more
It's a new ski season and you're looking at your dry skis, wondering how they'll perform on the slopes. The answer is not good, not good at all. Before you start making reservations, scheduling trips and checking the weather every few… read more
Building a successful campfire can be a daunting task and keeping it lit can be even more nerve racking. But when you are camping out in the wilderness, fire is a necessity. If you have settled into a wilderness campsite that has no ex… 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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