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How Much Firewood Is (Actually) Needed For Camping? A Helpful Guide!
When I think of camping, I think of cooking hotdogs and roasting marshmallows around a crackling campfire. For me, and many others, a campfire is a quintessential part of the camping experience. And, to...
Tarp Set Up
How to Properly Set Up a Tarp for Rain or Shade [Over a Picnic Table]
Depending on the weather, most campsites require a tarp to be set up, either for protection from the rain or shelter from the sun. However, setting up a tarp can be tricky. It can be particularly difficult...
Dog in a tent
Can a Dog Sleep Inside of a Camping Tent? Precautions, Tips & Gear!
If you’re like me, camping with your dog is one of the best ways to spend time in nature. But, if you’re new to camping or it’s your dogs first camping trip, you might wonder where exactly will your dog...
Food Options While Camping
6 Food Storage Options For Camping in the Backcountry
When planning your backcountry adventure, it’s important to check to see what amenities are available regarding storing your food. This can greatly influence what food storage device you will need to bring. Typically,...
Hanging Food While Camping
How to Hang Your Food When Camping [Away from Bears]
If you’re heading into the backcountry, chances are you might be required to hang your food while camping. For a first timer, figuring out how and where to hang your food can seem like a daunting task. How...
Folding Camping Saw
Forget the Axe! 4 Reasons Why a Folding Saw is a Better Choice
If there’s one piece of backcountry gear that’s often overlooked it’s a folding camping saw. That’s because, for some reason, saws aren’t usually listed in camping checklists. More often than not, axes...