On the basic day hike one will likely want to bring along a few essential items. While hiking boots are not absolutely required, they are very helpful and provide good support over uncertain terrain. Your feet are your most important asset any time you’re on the trail so you’ll want to take care of them. Wool socks are also a nice addition to help wick away sweat from your feet and help prevent blisters. You may have done some research prior to going out for the hike but a map is a very good idea as things can get tricky in the woods at times. A compass or a handheld GPS device are also...

Tents are categorized in three main ways: season, capacity, and use. Finding the right tent involves selecting the right features from each category. SEASON The category “season” is used to describe the time of year the tent will be useful. Rather than using summer, fall, etc., tents are described as two, three, or four season tents. A two-season tent is one with excellent ventilation that will be useful in warmer months by keeping you protected from the elements, but by also allowing adequate air-flow to keep you as cool as possible. A three-season tent is a tent that has less...

Just because you are out in the wilderness doesn’t mean you can’t prepare delicious meals. A camping stove is a very important tool in creating a great camp meal, but it doesn’t necessarily have to weigh down your back. There are several different factors to keep in mind when purchasing a camping stove. Here is a guide to help you through some of the major decisions you’ll need to make when picking out a camping stove: What type of fuel?: Most camping stoves use either compressed gas cartridges or liquid gas. When deciding between the two, remember that cartridge stoves are...

For camping equipments to last long, they should be handled well. Camping stoves are no different. By taking care of your stove, you are guaranteed to enjoy campfires and cookouts for a long time. By following these maintenance tips, your camping stove is guaranteed to last. Get yourself acquainted with the camping stove. Before using your stove, be sure that you have read the user’s manual from start to finish. People usually ignore manuals and prefer to assemble equipments by themselves. But oftentimes not reading user’s manuals could result to improper usage and incorrect assembly of...

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by James Warner Here is a list of must have items sure to make your outdoor experience safer and more enjoyable. These are applicable for dayhikes and backpacking trips. One of the most important things is having a map of the trail you will explore. Get one at the park visitor center or find one online that you can download. This will keep you from getting lost, help you identify new trails to check out and possibly help rescuers locate you if you’re in trouble. A map reading compass will help you find your bearings and keep you from getting lost. Using the map and compass together will keep...

by Jimmy Downson When you’re going camping – and I mean real camping, out in the middle of the woods – finding a good campsite can sometimes be a bit of a problem. Although you won’t be spending all of your time at your campsite, it does serve as your “home base” for your trip and it makes sense to select one carefully. But how do you decide on a campsite? Let’s take a look. The most important thing to look for in a potential campsite is a reasonable stretch of level ground. How large it needs to be will depend on a few factors, but try to find a spot that is...

by Joel Fremont Every year people tend to look forward to the summer, because summer means more free time, relaxing at the beach, swimming at the local pools, barbequing, watching baseball games, time off from school, and of course summer vacations. This year however, more and more people seem to be opting out of the vacation due to the state of the economy and their personal financial situation. There seems to be so much negative surrounding today, with the hope for tomorrow; and, this does not need to be the situation with your vacation. Don’t put off your vacation – take advantage of the...

by Bob Baxter Many people do not seem to be traveling as much these days due to the recent decline in the job market as well as the stock market. If you are nearing retirement, or you just want to take your family away on a vacation, then used RV’s are going to come in handy. There are many places that you can purchase one and get an excellent deal. Take a look at this simple guide to help you along! Figure out how much you can spend. Because you are making such a huge purchase, it is a very good idea to stay within your budget. Most of you will probably need to finance a used RV so you will need...

by Bob Baxter Many people do not seem to be traveling as much these days due to the recent decline in the job market as well as the stock market. If you are nearing retirement, or you just want to take your family away on a vacation, then used RV’s are going to come in handy. There are many places that you can purchase one and get an excellent deal. Take a look at this simple guide to help you along! Write out a budget. The very first thing that needs to be done is you need to figure out how much you can actually spend on a used RV. If you are leasing one, then you need to figure out how much of...