Complete Guide To Using Tent Stakes Correctly

Have you ever had to chase your completely assembled tent around a campsite or battle it in windy conditions? When you’re setting up your tent, stakes may not seem necessary; after all, your gear and your weight should be enough to keep it in place. These small metal stakes, on the other hand, can have … Read more

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Holiday Gift Ideas For Outdoorsy Folks

Spending time in nature comes with many physical, mental, and emotional health benefits. So, if you have friends or family who love the outdoors, it would make sense to support their efforts, right? And there’s no better time to do that than when you’re picking out their gifts for the holidays. To make your job … Read more

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Staying Warm and Dry with Natural Fabrics

For most people, hiking represents everything that has to do with reconnecting with nature and the power of being in complete freedom to go where you want to go like our primal ancestors once did. However, while exploring the landscapes we spend our time in, hikers like you and me get to witness firsthand all … Read more

Klymit Static V Sleeping Pad

Klymit Static V Sleeping Pad

My search for a new sleeping pad had multiple reasons. My wife and I were going to Havasupai once again and the previous year I used one of her sleeping pads. I’m usually the kind of guy to just lay my sleeping bag on the ground and fall asleep but my wife wasn’t about to … Read more

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Who Makes The Best Tents For Camping?

There are a lot of tent manufacturers offering plenty of good camping tents. If family camping on the weekend or setting up camp in the snow at a high altitude, anyone will find a good tent in any shape and for any purpose. However, if you are asking who makes the best tents for camping, … Read more

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Small Compact Binoculars For Hiking

Compact binoculars can always be useful when canoeing, hiking, or backpacking. Most binocular manufacturers have various models of compact binoculars in their product range. Depending on what terrain and what outdoor activities you’re into, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find the best little binoculars. Best compact binoculars for hiking Good compact binoculars must be easily … Read more

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Camping Sleeping Pad Guide

Do you have a great sleeping bag but you still feel worn out in the morning and your back is sore? The best sleeping bag may be useless without a quality sleeping pad. When lying in the sleeping bag it gets compressed under your body weight and insulation and comfort underneath you are lost. So … Read more

Tick Repellent – Stay Safe When Outdoors

Why Repelling Ticks Is So Important!!! Ticks are all around us. Everywhere out in nature where hikers, campers, and nature lovers move, there is the risk of getting bitten by ticks. They are found on kid’s playgrounds as well as on your favorite family campsite. They lurk in high grass, shrubbery, and undergrowth waiting for … Read more

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Camping Stoves – What Are The Best Backpacking Stoves?

Never mind where you hike, a camp stove is a must-have. Not in every environment is wood or other natural fuel ready at hand. A good lightweight backpacking stove allows you to cook a good meal anywhere and quickly. Especially if you had a long day hiking and it’s getting late to set up your tent. … Read more