When you’re tent camping in the backcountry, space and supplies are limited. That’s why it’s important to carry the right tools. The best tools…
Category: Camping
Choosing the Perfect Sleeping Bag
There are few things more enjoyable after a great day outdoors than snuggling down into a warm sleeping bag for a good night’s sleep…
10 Mistakes New Campers Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Each year, more and more families are taking their first camping trips. And each year, more and more families are making their first camping…
How to Deal with Trash While Camping and Hiking
As camping and hiking are becoming more popular ways to enjoy the outdoors and experience our natural areas, it is incredibly important to be…
Sleep in the Trees: A Guide to Hammock Camping
Have you ever spent a night in your tent tossing and turning on the hard ground beneath you? Even with a sleeping pad, sometimes…
How To Ease Into Camping
Getting out in the “Great Outdoors” is easier than many people realize. Not everyone grows up camping. When you don’t, you might wonder if…
Basic Tent Repair: Zippers, Holes, and Broken Poles
A tent is an essential part of any backpacking experience, especially in inclement weather. But sometimes things go wrong—your tent pole snaps or the…