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A good night’s sleep should be a given during a camping trip. Dark skies and peaceful sounds should provide the ideal situation for a restful night. Yet, many first time campers are a little unsure about getting out of their comfort zones. Some people like the idea of “roughing it” with a mat and sleeping […]

Storage can be a bit of a problem for many keen campers that want to enjoy the great outdoors as much as they can. Some people can pack light and get by with very little. Others have larger families that need changes of clothes and shoes, toys, food, electronic chargers and other gear. Then there […]

​Family vacations in the wilderness are a source of great memories that last a lifetime. Pitching a tent and experiencing all that nature has to offer provides your family with so much more than fun and joy, it builds character and strengthens bonds. There’s an element of roughing it when camping, but this need not […]

We have more great news for hikers. This time, it’s in the form of the Alps Mountaineering Lynx 1-person backpacking tent. As one of the most popular lightweight tents, we had to take a look and see why it is such a hit with backpackers. My first impression is that this is a fantastic tent […]

When a great day of wilderness exploration is over, or the festival winds down for the night, all campers need a cozy, secure place to sleep. A sleeping bag is the obvious choice for many people that are out for the weekend. They are simple and easy to pack. Many people are used to the […]

A sleeping bag is one of the most important items on a hiking gear checklist. A warm, well-fluffed sleeping bag that is in god condition will make for a great night’s sleep. A sleeping bag that is either torn, moldy, damp or has less stuffing will make sleeping in it unpleasant. If you haven’t given […]