Tent Camping Tips

For centuries, humans have been drawn to the allure of camping – the chance to escape the frenetic pace of modern life and immerse oneself in nature’s raw, untamed beauty. But did you know there’s much more to this beloved pastime than just a chance to commune with the great outdoors? This article delves into […]

Keeping your food cold becomes a struggle when you’re out camping for more than a night. Raw foods, especially meats, must be kept cool to avoid spoiling and prevent the growth of dangerous bacterias. Raw meat, for example, has to be stored at temperatures between 28°F to 32°F, according to Meat Science. On a camping […]

I don’t care where you’re coming from, you can only drink a beer when it’s cold. But how do you have a cold beer while camping in the middle of nowhere? Although it’s difficult, you can keep your beer cold when camping by either storing it in a cool box, submerge it in running stream […]

Here are CampingHabits we do encourage people to go out as much they can, especially on a camping trip. But we do understand that some of you, especially those who’ve never done it before, are wondering what are the drawbacks of going camping. Without further ado, here are the main reasons why you should not […]

If done right, winter camping will reward you with the most amazing sceneries and experiences that you’ve encountered so far. But in order to enjoy them, you need to be prepared to face freezing temperatures and all other “perks” that come with this. Here are some useful tips that you will help you stay warm […]

I’m sure you’ve seen this image before. People camping on the beach and all their tents pitched up in direct sunlight. But does anybody ask themselves: are all those tents UV protected? How to check the UV protection of your tent UV protection is great for marketing, so if you’ve just bought a new tent, […]

The idea of camping was to leave the modern and busy world behind and enjoy a couple of days of total disconnection from work and technology. But since nowadays work follows most of us everywhere we go, I understand why camping without an internet connection would be anything but relaxing. Therefore, if nobody can convince […]

A tent rainfly is the outermost layer of fabric that covers (fully or partially) the body of a multiple layers tent.  It can be part of the tent itself, that is not detachable and only has few vent areas that can be opened, or you can find it as a completely separated layer, that can […]

You thought your tent was carefully stored away. You pull it out for the first big camping weekend, and phew, it’s stinky!   Do not despair — you will be surprised how easily you can fix the problem, even if you have visible mold or mildew.   First things first: things you’ll need:   A […]

  Have you ever retrieved a sleeping bag out of storage and found that it is a little flatter than you remember? You are not alone in this. We have fond memories of cozying up in a soft, fluffy sleeping bag last season. Then, we take the bag out of storage and feel disappointed as […]

If you’ve been camping during a thunderstorm lately, I’m sure you’ve wondered if your fragile shelter is susceptible to being hit by a lightning strike. As scary as they might be, being inside a tent presents the same risk as being in the open field. Tents alone don’t attract lightning, but that doesn’t mean they’re […]

If you’re an expert camper going on a hike in the frozen tundra, or a beginner exploring the forest where night temperatures can drop down to 4 degrees Celsius, keeping warm is of utmost importance. Cold weather camping can be dangerous, but, if you know what you’re doing, you’ll not complain about cold feet. The […]

Having trouble keeping your sleeping bag dry? That means you’re probably doing something wrong. In this post, you’ll learn how to avoid moisture building up in your bag, how to choose a waterproof product, and much more. Sleeping bags are tailor-made for camping conditions. It’s no wonder nearly every camper uses them. For all the […]

In this post, you’ll learn all about tent condensation; what causes it, and what solutions you have to stop it from happening. Even more, I will include a quick guide on how to choose a tent with the right fabric, that can cope well with moisture. Plus, you can check out what camping dehumidifiers to […]

Today you’ll learn how tent waterproofing works, what are the best methods that you can use to improve on the standard protection rating, and which products to choose to get this done for cheap. You’ll also learn to differentiate products and find out how to choose a tent that’s really waterproof. But first things first… […]

So you’ve just returned from your camping trip, and you have all kinds of gear and camping specific clothing to unpack and put away. But where does it all go? You can store your camping gear in even the smallest of spaces with a few innovative and well-planned storage solutions. You just need to choose […]

If you’re on the market for a new tent, I’m sure you’ll have no troubles finding tents in any color that you can think of. But so many options to pick from, that begs the question: Does it really matter what tent color you choose? Yes, it does matter. If for a second, you don’t […]

If you’ve ever camped with children (or disorganized adults), you probably know how frustrating it is to lose track of your belongings while camping. You tear up your entire campsite looking for the matches or that sock that you hung out to dry, and suddenly everything is everywhere! If you take the time to give […]