Category : Camping : Travel & Places

How to Repair a C. Plath Compass

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The C. Plath Company was founded in 1837 in Germany and has since become a trusted name in precision navigation instruments. The company makes two primary lines of compass, Venus and Merkur, and both of these occasionally require bulbs to be replaced and lubber lines to be put back in the correct po

Camping Trailer Packing List

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OverviewCamping im Wald image by Julie from Fotolia.comSome trailer campers prefer dry camping in remote areas, called boon docking, without external power, water and sewer service. They bring all they need and leave nothing behind. Others appreciate full hookup camping with all...

The Best RV Accessories

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Expore the RV lifestyle.rv,rving image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.comTraveling by RV offers the opportunity to travel to scenic destinations in the comfort of your own temporary living quarters. Styles range from an uncomplicated folding tent trailer to a high-end motorhome. RV travel...

Screen Tent Directions

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As delightful as the outdoors are, part of the camping adventure involves the rustic experience of tent camping. Screen tents are a must-have part of your outdoor gear for providing shelter and protection from the harsh elements. Screen tents come in various models and may require specific assembly

How to Tell If Firewood Is Dry

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Whether you burn wood indoors in a wood-burning stove or fireplace or you enjoy a fire pit outside, you need dry firewood. Immediately after cutting, wood is green. Green wood is wood that has not had time to season. Seasoning is when the wood changes from green and moist to dry.

How to Build a Fire Piston

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A fire piston is used to start fires in wilderness settings. The device consists of a handle with a plunger that fits into a hollow cylinder. A small depression in the tip of the plunger holds a tiny bit of flammable tinder. When the plunger is quickly forced down into the cylinder, the air within t