When buying a tent, the possibilities seem endless. It can be even harder to decipher what all the lingo means, especially if you are a newbie camper. For example, the names can be misleading, as a 4 Season tent, is rarely used outside of one season — winter, while a 1 Season or 2 Season […]
Tent Camping Tips
Can a Tent be Washed in a Washing Machine?
After spending a week in the outdoors, it certainly feels like everything needs a good scrubbing. My hair, my clothes, my skin, my boys, our shoes, and yes, even our tent. Most of the time our tent is just dusty, but sometimes it is in need of a bonafide wash down. It’s times like this […]
The Most Comfortable Way to Sleep in a Tent
Ah, the great outdoors! There is not much in the world that I find more fulfilling than spending a day with nature, breaking away from the human rhythm we have created to better harmonize with the earth’s natural rhythms. I’ll admit, I haven’t always enjoyed camping the way I do now. When I was younger, […]
Tent Footprints: The Reasons You Really Need One
In this article, you’ll learn why and when a tent footprint is mandatory, how to use it, and, more important, how to choose the right sized groundsheet for your specific tent. When and why are tent footprints necessary? Almost all of us forget that our tents are just sheets of some sort of polymer that […]
31 Useful Tips For Camping In a Hot Summer Day
Hot weather camping can quickly take a turn for the worst if you don’t pack the right camping gear and you are not aware of the risks. Here’s a list of some useful summer camping tips that can help you stay cool and safe this season. 1. Plan ahead It’s good to check the weather […]
14 Amazing Tips for Camping in The Rain
“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only different kind of good weather” – John Ruskin There is no reason why a rainy day should ruin your camping experience. Find out how you can prepare yourself, and there’s a big chance that you’ll look at the rain with a smile on your face. Remember: Some […]
The Best Way to Keep Mosquitoes Away While Camping
They’re awful, and they’re everywhere. I bet you’ll find one that’s lost on Mount Everest as well. It’s the only creature you don’t want to see on a summer camping trip. It can only be the mosquito. This fearless creature is designed to ruin your camping trip. But most people don’t think about them until […]