Backpacking is a fun activity but you need to know now some things about it before you venture out into the wilderness. Here are some tips to keep in mind before you backpack.
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
It can get downright frigid when you're camping, and sometimes your down sleeping bag isn't enough to keep you warm. Tent heaters are gaining in popularity, but before you use one, consider the safety issues.
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...
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...
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
Sleeping bag liner comes in many forms. All of these kinds have the same goal and that is to give the people the warmth and comfort that they need during the outdoor nights.
Planning your next camping trip is essential. One of the more important items in your checklist should be what kind of camping stove you choose. When purchasing your stove look out for what fuel suppl
Gone are the days when your only choice of shelter when out in the great outdoors is tents. Today, large sheets of durable and flexible materials known as camping tarps provide an alternative shelter for your next camping or hiking trip. These tarps are usually waterproof and they feature reinforced
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.
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
Are you ready to share some long lasting memories of the great outdoors with your family in the years to come? If you answered yes, then grab your camping gear and head out.