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Camping in high winds can be a bit nerve wracking, especially if you’re hoping a strong gust doesn’t pickup and toss your tent like a plastic bag.   Just like homes that survive hurricane-force winds, some tents are better designed to handle strong winds. There are also many ways you can prepare your tent during

To level up your camping game, you might want to consider setting up a screen tent – also known as a screen house or bug shelter.   But, what exactly is a screen tent? How can it be beneficial when you’re camping? And, which screen tent should you get?   Well, after having recently purchased

Knowing how to tie specific knots while camping is definitely an asset. I believe that utilizing your rope effectively, as well as applying proper knots, is one of the many fundamental camping skills everyone should master.   Practically speaking, tying the correct knot can make hanging tarps, securing canoes, joining different lengths of rope, or

Taking down, folding and packing a tent isn’t always the easiest. And no matter what, it’s always hard to replicate the same factory folding and compactness of a tent once it’s been erected.   Well, you’re not alone. A lot of people struggle with folding a tent. But, the good news is that most tents

Carrying the proper fire starting implements is important for any camping trip, but what’s better to bring – a butane lighter, stormproof matches, or a ferrocerium rod? Well, fire starting can be a contentious topic since, and depending on your situation, your survival can depend on it. Each method of starting a fire is completely

One of my very first purchases before backcountry camping was a multi-tool. Specifically, I bought a Leatherman Skeletool.   And, since I didn’t have a dedicated camp knife at the time, I figured the multi-tool can fulfill all my cutting needs as well as provide additional tools and functionality while I’m in the remote wilderness

After carrying and using a Leatherman Skeletool for over 10 years while camping, hiking, and traveling, I can definitively say that it’s one of the best tools I’ve used.   My current Leatherman Skeletool multi-tool is the second one I’ve purchased, the first one being at the bottom of a lake in Northern Saskatchewan after a

A calm and relaxing camping trip can be ruined by a few irritating mosquito bites. The constant itchiness, discomfort or even allergic reaction can shy a lot of people away from enjoying the outdoors. Personally, there’s been times when I’ve had to shelter inside my tent for hours to get respite from the swarms of

When most people think of camping they instantly think of camping in a tent. But, there are three alternative ways to camp – bivouac, hammock, and tarp camping! So, let’s dive into the advantages and disadvantages of each camping method and see if the alternatives are worth the effort. Article Contents: Tent Camping Bivouac Camping