The Ten Essentials list was first created in the 1930s, in an article that appeared in the newsletter for the Mountaineers. Its goal was to put together a list of the 10 most important items an outdoors person should have on them at all times. It came up with a definitive list that, while not [...] Read more »
Why I Chose A Coleman Instant Tent Over A Dome Tent
For years, campers have been reviewing and discussing whether instant tents are a viable camping solution. While the general consensus has been that they don’t offer the same protection as traditional dome tents, there is a new tent on the market that aims to dismantle those misconceptions. The coleman instant tent is a relatively new [...] Read more »
Finding the Right Tent for a Single Backpacker
While you might remember camping trips in the old days of Scouts or family outings, some of those massive eight, ten, or even twelve person tents might have been great back then but they’re not practical for a modern backpacker or hiker going solo or with one other person. While there is no “one size [...] Read more »
Merrell Chameleon ~ Highest Performing Outdoor Shoe Available
Traveling outdoors on foot can be very uncomfortable if don’t choose quality footwear. Over the past 30 years Merrell’s have made their mark in the outdoor world. These are not shoes that people buy just once. Many people will buy one pair of Merrell’s and be a repeat customer for years to come. This is [...] Read more »
Nothing Like Going Pike Fishing
Many anglers love chasing the biggest and hardest fighting freshwater fish around, and that’s part of the reason the spring ice break is so exciting. It means that the good fishing times are just around the corner…if only the water would warm up. For anglers lucky to live far enough north, there is one fantastic [...] Read more »
Used Caravans: How To Purchase One
The best way to spend a vacation is to spend less on travel and lodging expenses and use that money to buy souvenirs from your visit to other places. So how do you save on your transportation without reducing luggage? Well, you don’t. You have to buy yourself a caravan so you use for traveling [...] Read more »
All About Storage Lockers For Your Mudroom
If you are looking for a way to keep your outdoor gear outside of your house in an organized way, you should consider purchasing mudroom storage lockers. You can get these in just about any size, color, or design you want. This means that regardless of how big or small your mudroom is you are [...] Read more »
Maintain Your Compound Bow To Keep It Shooting Accurately
For many archers the purchase of a compound bow is a rare event and represents a significant investment in their chosen sport or hobby. When buying a compound bow a bow hunter or a target shooter is looking for a bow that performs efficiently and shoots accurately but, more importantly, that it does so while [...] Read more »
Why Bring a Camping Chair?
Some might argue that the whole point of camping is to experience getting away from it all. Sure, the welcome change from hectic city life to the tranquil outdoors is more pronounced if you leave as much of the conveniences as possible behind. No phones, no electronics, little prepackaged food, and just the right amount [...] Read more »
Relaxing With Beach Chairs
Nothing makes a day at the sea or lounging poolside more comfortable than relaxing in beach chairs, also called a camping chair, by many because they serve similar needs. Choosing the right chair can be a challenge as the market is flooded with so many varieties. By defining exactly what you are looking for in [...] Read more »
Tips For Winter Camping
When it comes to planning a camping trip in the winter months, there are various elements that must be considered. Obviously, the gear needed for a night out in the backcounrty during the winter varies greatly from that needed when camping in the summer. To begin preparation, it is always a good idea to first [...] Read more »
Tips to Buying a Used Motorhome FSBO
Many of us want to save money when buying something. So, you may want to buy motor homes for sale by owner because you can definitely save up to 20-30% more if you buy directly from the previous owner then if you by from a dealer. By buying from them, you cut the middleman that [...] Read more »
4 Man Tents Explained
It’s time for camping trip. A couple of days like you see on TV. The one man’s desperate around the water, you your lady at your side smiling, and you want your best friends sharing tales around roaring fire. You better have the right to it in your trunk or you’re going to be miserable. [...] Read more »
Lightweight Camping Chairs – Outdoor Comfort
Spending time in the outdoors is a good way to connect with nature. I have always enjoyed outdoor activities, such as camping, hiking, backpacking, and fishing. These activities allow me to disconnect from my daily routine and clear my mind. While camping in an organized campground offers more amenities and comfort, back-country camping allows more seclusion [...] Read more »
Kayak Fishing Is A Rapidly Growing Hobby
Fishing from a kayak is a hobby which has been recently growing in the last decade. Kayak fishing is quite economical compared to the costs of purchasing and maintaining a larger fishing vessel. Kayaks are also extremely versatile as they can reach areas other boats may not be able navigate to, because of the shallow [...] Read more »
How To Start a Campfire
One would inaccurately assume that just about anyone can start a campfire safely and without much hustle. This is not the case on the ground as there are people who tend to use lighter fluid or kerosene in very dangerous ways as they attempt to set up camp fires. There is a well documented case [...] Read more »
Combat with the ILBE Backpacks
The U. S. Marine Corp is now using the ILBE (Improved Load Bearing Equipment) backpack. This kind of military backpack was made to replace the ALICE (All-purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment) backpack and the MOLLE (MOdular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment)system backpack, which were failures when it comes to combat missions. The Marines require that their backpack [...] Read more »
A few Tips on how to Choose All Inclusive Cruises
If you are new to the idea of taking cruises on a ship, all inclusive cruises will help educate you on what vacationing on ships is all about. You might at first be astounded at the prices of an all inclusive cruises but if you look further you will see that it already includes most [...] Read more »
Buying a Good 3 Man Tent or 8 Man Tent
Some tents on the market are extremely high priced, whereas others are very cheap. Generally speaking, the more expensive the tent, the better protection and comfort it affords the camper. Of course, some of the cheaper tents are also fairly good buys, though you do have to be more careful when choosing a cheaper tent. [...] Read more »
Create Shade Outdoors With A Convenient Canopy Gazebo
When most people think of a gazebo they think of a wood structure that looks somewhat like a small grandstand. There are several styles of this item that are built using wood, but there are also some new styles that can be set up using aluminum poles. The lightweight aluminum is used to create a [...] Read more »