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Nobody goes out camping without thinking of setting up a tent at the site. There are some situations where you might not have a proper tent with you at the camp – maybe you forgot to buy one or you left it at home. Whatever the reason may be, you can still improvise and make […]

When you’re planning a camping trip, it’s necessary for you to buy camping gear at the best time. Depending on how many activities you plan to carry out and how many people would be going on the trip, purchasing camping gear can get really expensive. This is why you need to know where and when […]

If you’re heading out on a camping trip, you need to consider the availability of toilet facilities. Naturally, you won’t be provided with proper toilets at most campsites. There are some camps that actually go as far as providing comfortable toilet facilities, but what if they don’t? You may need to make your own DIY […]

What are the things that come to mind when you’re going on a camping trip? Your answer to this is probably lots of food, camping beach tents, toiletries, flashlights, and the likes. But do you ever consider what to wear camping in the summer? What you wear while camping is very important and has a […]

All manufacturers make their tents waterproof in order to handle the elements when you’re out camping. But, most models are only water-resistant and not sturdy enough to handle extreme weather conditions such as rainstorms and need a little help to become fully waterproof. That’s why we’ve prepared the following guide on how to rainproof a […]

If you’re thinking about how to power your CPAP machine while camping, then you must be planning an outdoor camping trip. As you may know, CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure and its appearance is that of a mask connected to a box with tubes. The interior of the box contains an air filter, […]

If you’re reading this article then you might have come across the car camping term while looking up different camping styles or maybe you stumbled upon it from one of the many online camping forums online. Car camping is a fun and intriguing concept and it’s all about keeping it to the bare minimum when […]

You’d think that with all the wind, hail, storms, snow and rain, outdoor enthusiasts would hibernate during the winter and halt all activities related to outdoor camping. But, contrary to popular belief, winter camping can be a magical experience. If you’re of the same belief, then you need to learn how to insulate a tent […]

Ever thought of making a DIY portable hammock stand? Then you must be a seasoned camper! When most people even hear the word “hammock” they imagine one of those sleek and well-constructed contraptions that come ready-made and possibly even installed for you between the trees. The problem with this type of hammock is that over […]

The joy of camping lies not just in the glory of being in nature and being one with the elements, but in staying comfortable while doing so. The last thing you want is to freeze your toes off at night because you didn’t prepare adequately before the trip. That’s probably why you’re reading this guide […]

Camping is one of the most wonderful outdoor activities. You get to sleep in nature and escape the hustle and bustle of the city, including all of the noise and air pollution! How refreshing it is to breathe in high-altitude air and adopt a slower pace that allows you to follow life’s natural rhythms. But, […]

We can all agree that food poisoning is the last thing you want while dealing with the elements in the great outdoors. If you’ve never experienced the pain, discomfort and outright awfulness that comes with food poisoning then you might want to keep it that way. We’re going to help you do just that with […]

When the noise pollution and fumy air gets too much, you know it’s time to take a break and connect with nature. What could be better than breathing in clean air, walking barefoot on the grass or taking a refreshing sip of stream water? You can only truly relax like this when you’ve mastered the […]

The joy of camping lies in its ability to connect us with nature and disconnect us from our busy schedules and stressful lives. But, to benefit from this endorphin-releasing experience, you need to learn certain basic skills such as how to ground a generator when camping. These will help you to enjoy a comfortable experience […]

Ask a seasoned camper and they’ll tell you that backcountry camping is the thing that brings back a genuine smile to their face because nothing heals the soul better than to connect with nature.  It doesn’t matter if you spend the whole day hiking through the woods and follow it up with overnight camping, or […]

Whether you’re stealth camping or regular camping, you need a source of power to cook food and keep your GPS device active. Generators are ideal for this purpose but they can also be annoyingly loud which defeats the whole purpose of being out in nature and away from the noise pollution of the city. That’s […]

Are you planning to go on a nice camping trip with your family or friends in your RV, and you have been wondering what site to book at the RV park? You have asked around, maybe you have checked on the Internet too. Yet, you are confused because there are different choices to pick from. […]

Stealth camping is a form of camping that requires you to stay in places where you may not be allowed to be in. It’s totally legal and is characterized by sleeping areas that are incredibly rugged. In fact, most campers wouldn’t sleep in areas that stealth campers frequent. But, one of the benefits of stealth […]

If you’re one of the millions who just can’t get going in the morning without a cup of coffee or some other caffeine source, you might want to learn how to make coffee while camping. Fortunately, coffee isn’t difficult to make, even when you have fairly primitive supplies. But you might not have to rely […]

Before we discuss what is walk-up camping, let’s highlight some of the reasons why you should even consider this option in the first place. If you’ve ever tried booking a campsite you know how frustrating it can be. Sure, your local campground might give you a spot with a few days’ notice but once you […]

Before we get into what Yurt camping is, it’s important to understand the history of portable yurt. It appears that we have Genghis Khan and his Mongol horde to thank for this mysterious structure with its circular dome shape. This is what allowed them to sweep through northeast Asia like a plague while amassing one […]

Have you been pondering on how to poop while camping? You should know that it’s not that big a deal. It’s part of the experiences you will gain on your camping trip, especially if this is your first-time camping. Take note that some areas you want to camp at have regulations on human waste. Depending […]

Experienced campers wouldn’t normally advise you to cook inside your tent. This is seen as too hazardous and it’s better to be safe than sorry. But if you go camping as much as we do, you know that at some point cooking inside that tent will be inevitable. That’s why in this article, we will […]

Dry camping is pulling your SUV, RV, or old rattletrap vehicle with the tent lashed on the top into a campsite that doesn’t have any facilities. Which is to say, there’s no electrical hookup, no water line, and no sewer outlet. You have to haul your resources in with you and haul your effluent, trash, […]

Primitive camping is essentially setting up temporary housekeeping in a location that doesn’t have modern facilities. It could be in a commercial campground that doesn’t offer any amenities beyond a patch of ground where it’s legal to set up camp, or it could be in a remote location. Reality Bites No, that’s not a mistype. […]

If you consider yourself an outdoorsy person then you probably don’t care how the weather is, you’re going to get out there and explore Mother Nature regardless without even considering how to heat a tent. Whether it’s hot or cold, hard-core adventurers always find a way to continue hiking, camping, fishing etc. But, it’s always […]

If you’re a dedicated coffee drinker, you might want to know how to use a camping coffee percolator, along with other camp food preparation options. One of the quickest ways to feel sick on a camping trip is eating unfamiliar food that’s poorly prepared. With an old-fashioned percolator, you don’t have to settle for instant […]

The key word for what to wear camping is layers. The next keywords are moisture-wicking, followed up with pockets and pouches. Seasons also make a difference, as do location and planned activity. Whether you’re planning for an overnight event or heading to the backcountry for a week or longer, when you leave behind your solid […]