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9 Best 4 Person Tents Reviewed: Complete Buyers Guide

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When you purchase something via one of our links, we may get a commission. Find out more. Are you looking for a good four-person tent? It’s good news. We understand…

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11 Best Camping Mess Kits: Reviews, Comparisons & Ratings

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No idea on where to start for that new camping mess kit? Worry not for here we are to be of assistance. This list of the finest camping mess kits…

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The 8 Best Ice Packs for Coolers

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Every decent camping cooler requires a high-quality ice pack to keep your food cool while you’re out in the wilderness. However, locating that ice pack is difficult due to the…

8 Best Camping Kettles Reviewed

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Camping kettles feature a simple design that is intended to boil water quickly. When it comes to outdoor products, however, better packability and durable materials are required. Here are some…

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8 Best Camping Shovels Reviewed

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A camping shovel is essential whether you want to make a fire pit, clear snow from a campsite, or dig a kitty hole to answer nature’s call. With so many…

10 Best Camping Hammock Sleeping Pads Reviewed

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On their own, hammocks are quite comfy. However, after several nights in the same position, you may begin to wonder whether there is something better—and warmer—out there. There is, after…

Camping Articles

8 Best Camping Grills: Top Portable Reviewed

August 16, 2021

So you’re looking for a new camping grill but don’t know where to begin. Don’t worry. We are here to assist you and will have you cooking at the campsite…

What Should Be in a Camping First Aid Kit?

July 14, 2021

Whatever you do in the great outdoors, a solid first aid kit is a must-have item for everyone’s gear. Accidents happen, no matter how confident you are while hiking, cycling,…

6 Best Two-Person Hammock Reviews 2021

July 13, 2021

As a seasoned traveler, you never pass up an opportunity to explore the great countryside, come rain or shine. After a long day of trudging up mountains or slogging through…

Using Tinder to Start a Campfire: Out of Natural & Man-Mad Materials

March 5, 2021

Take advantage of both natural and man-made tinder to start a campfire.

7 Best Multitools to Buy

November 16, 2020

Our team has tested and reviewed different multitools and in this article, let’s go and tackle the creams of the crop for this year! LEATHERMAN, Charge Plus TTi Our overall…

Starting An Eco Friendly Campfire

November 15, 2020

A campfire is a comfort, blessing, and a trouble all at the same time. Keep it simple and keep it small, that’s an unspoken campfire etiquette between my circle of…

Hunting Articles

2021s Best Hiking GPS

October 30, 2020

Are you a long-time hiker? Or are you new into it? Or you may simply be curious about GPS in general? Then, hop in! Here, we will review the best…

What is Poison Ivy, How to Treat It & Home Remedies

August 26, 2020

Poison ivy is a three-leaved bush or vine. The plant's urushiol oil sticks to skin causing an itchy rash. There are several treatment options for relief.

Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac: Identification and Treatment

August 26, 2020

Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac are all caused by a single factor: urushiol oil. It's actually the oil from the hands that spreads the rash, not the blisters.…

How To Use Hydration Pack Mouthpieces

August 2, 2020

How do you use a hyfration pack properly? Here are some helpful tips on how to use the mouthpiece of a hydration pack

Fall Turkey Hunting Tactics

August 1, 2020

For successful fall turkey hunting, hunters must have a flexible mindset and adaptive tactics that completely differ from spring hunting.

Types of Hearing Protection for Hunters

July 31, 2020

Some hearing protection devices for hunters offer hearing protection alone, while other models offer protection with amplification. Find out what's best.

Rving Articles

Make Alternate RV Travel Plans

November 15, 2020

If you don't allow yourself choices (plan "B") you will find yourself in situations not so user friendly.

Save Gas on Road Trips

November 15, 2020

The ever-rising gas prices are enough to make anyone cancel a road trip, but your family need not stay at home. These are tips to save gas on your next…

Family Road Trip Packing: Car Vacations With Children

November 15, 2020

The family road trip usually leads to one serious headache: where to put that seemingly endless pile of stuff everyone packed. There is an art to packing well for a…

Child Sleep Travel Tips

November 15, 2020

Travel can cause children's sleep problems. Being in a new place or time zone can interfere with a child's sleep. Here are tips for children sleeping while traveling.

RV Travel Tips for Parents

November 15, 2020

Parents who dream of RV travel can do so with a little preparation. Bringing kids along an RV adventure can be a wonderful family vacation.

How to Choose an RV Park

November 15, 2020

When it comes to how to choose an RV park, it is not always an easy task. RV parks throughout the United States have many different amenities.

Kayaking articles

Dressing for Cold Weather Kayaking

August 2, 2020

Are you planning on going kayaking or boating this winter? Learn how to dress appropriately to keep yourself safe out on the water.

How to Safely Lift a Kayak

July 26, 2020

I am a kayaker and I am height-challenged. Though I am rather strong for my height, the act of moving a kayak has always been an issue. To get my…

Kayak Fishing is Green Boating

July 9, 2020

The fishing kayak makes for a green sport. It creates no greenhouse gas emissions, uses no gasoline, requires no boat insurance, and it can be carried on a hybrid SUV.

Late Summer and Fall Canoe and Kayak Vacations in New Hampshire

July 9, 2020

A vacation, or even a weekend, getaway of paddling on the waters of New Hampshire's many ponds and lakes sets a high tone for the rest of the year.

Kayaks Make for Great Paddling

July 8, 2020

For those who love the lure of the water, kayaking is a scenic, environmentally friendly and inexpensive way to way to have a great day.

How to Set up a Kayaker’s Kitchen

May 18, 2020

Cooking is a large part of wilderness camping when kayaking, but there are a few issues to consider when creating a successful outdoor kitchen. So, you have paddled your kayak…

Fishing articles