There is no need to get 4 season tents for gentle summer camping. Even if there is a heavy downpour, the use of sleeping pads combined with adequate planning should keep everything fairly dry. The important thing is to not camp at the bottom of a hill, to make sure the rain fly is secure, […]

Outdoor enthusiasts love to guess about all sorts of things.  We guess how many stars are in the Milky Way, we guess how fast a deer runs or we might even guess about how long it will be until that big, dark cloud dumps rain us.  But there are times when guessing in the backcountry […]

Are you interested in going on a fun filled hiking adventure?  If you are, have you already decided which hiking trail that you would like to hike or even just which hiking park you would like to visit?  If you have yet to decide on a hiking trial, you may want to start examining all […]

Air mattresses are not only perfect for overnight guests and for visiting friends and family, they are also ideal for camping, weekends away, for vacation homes and some people even use them every day, in place of a regular air mattress. In the last few years the variety and popularity of the air mattress bed […]

Are you in the mist of planning a hiking adventure for yourself, a group of your friends, or your family?  If you are, have you made a hiking checklist for yourself?  If you have yet to make a hiking checklist for yourself, you may want to think about doing so.  Hiking checklists are ideal for […]

Are you interested in taking a camping vacation with your romantic partner, your friends, or your family?  If you are, have you already started planning your camping vacation?  If you have yet to start planning your camping vacation, you may want to think about doing so soon. Although it is nice to know that you […]

Are you interested in taking a hiking adventure?  Whether you want your next hiking adventure to only last a few hours or last as long as a few days, you may want to start thinking about planning your next hiking adventure in advance. Although it is nice to hear that you should plan your next […]

Why learn about wild plants just to go backpacking? Of course it is interesting for some of us, but beyond that, a little knowledge of plants can save your life. This isn’t just about the edible ones. Food is actually a low priority in most wilderness emergencies. However, there are many other important uses for […]

Camping is a fun adventure for the whole family. Every camping trip takes a little planning to be sure you have necessary supplies and safety equipment. However, camping during the winter has specific cautions that should be taken. Being prepared for anything is essential during the cold. Clothing is particularly important during the winter. Whether […]

In the past, most people have looked to the government to address various environmental issues. However, with the complexity and magnitude of these issues increasing exponentially, a different approach is needed. The ‘Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers!’ campaign has become a unifying communications vehicle to address the growing aquatic invasive species issue and it has attracted the […]