Camping, Hiking and Backpacking
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Find Water Underground
Monday, March 24th, 2008
When camping early in the spring season, set up your camp site near a stream and dig down through the ice until you find running water.
This quick procedure is an alternative to the much longer process of melting snow, when you are camping in the early spring season.
The Bugs That Bite – Chigger, Tick, Mosquito and Black Fly
Tuesday, March 18th, 2008
Bugs buzz, they fly, they swarm and they turn your skin into red itching sores. Camping in high, windy spots and spraying on lots of DEET are usually your best defenses, but here are few more tips for avoiding the biting insects you are mots likely to encounter in the woods.
Pitch A Tent In High Winds
Friday, March 14th, 2008If you have ever pitched a tent in high winds, you know how difficult it could be. Here are some tips you can follow to make this process a little easier.
All About Camping / Camp Stoves – Part 2
Thursday, March 13th, 20083. Liquid Petroleum Gas Camping Stoves – best for Overnight Hikes and High Altitude Mountaineering
All About Camping / Camp Stoves – Part 1
Thursday, March 13th, 2008Camping stoves come in all shapes and sizes; more importantly, camp stoves burn different types of fuels. When buying a camping stove you must balance convenience and ease of use with performance. Consider variables such as altitude, temperature and availability of fuel. Boiling water quickly is only one aspect of a camp stove’s functionality; a stove that can simmer is more important to many backcountry chefs. This article will hopefully help you select a camping stove that is best for your outdoor excursions.
Pitch A Tent In Heavy Rain
Tuesday, February 12th, 2008
Pack a lightweight tarp with you on your camping trip.
If and when it starts raining hard , quickly set up the tarp, and pitch the tent underneath the tarp. This way you will remain dry while you pitch your tent and you will have somewhere to sit and cook dinner if need be.
Foam Pad For Multiple Uses
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
Carry with you on your camping or hiking trips a cheap foam pad about 12″ X 24″, whether it be made of EVA foam, Ensolite or any other material, then cover one side with duct tape.
Maximize The Use of your Walking Sticks
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
You probably spent many days out hiking without a walking stick, and found that you don’t need one at all, but once you have hiked with a set you will never go back. There are just so much benefits you wonder to yourself…why didn’t I think of using a walking stick earlier?
Prevent Your Water From Freezing When Winter Camping
Sunday, February 10th, 2008
Carve a hole in the snow or snow wall, then fill a pot 3/4 full with water and put the covered pot in the hole in the snow wall. Seal in the pot with snow.
When morning comes around, the water will still be in liquid form.
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