For the inexperienced camping cook, sorting out the camping food list can be quite daunting. But really, the secret is in the planning. Plan each meal well before you leave, create an ingredient list from it, and Voila, you have your camping food checklist sorted! The easiest foods to take on a camping trip have … Read more

So you want to take camping to a whole new level and try hiking and trekking for a week or so. It’s a great idea and you’ll have lots of fun and learn a heap of things about yourself – BUT it’s very different from car camping. You’ll need to ditch lots of stuff that … Read more

You want to head off on your first weekend backpacking trip where you live off the items you can carry for a couple of days. What a great adventure to be planning! If you’ve done a bit of car camping, then the transition won’t be too hard, it’s a case of cutting down on gear … Read more

Your truck can be a reliable tool for camping, with a decent storage capacity and excellent terrain performance. But can it double as a tent? More and more people are trying out truck bed tents as an alternative to regular tents. So, are truck tents worth it at all? Well, if you’re into Overlanding, you’ll … Read more

Backpacking – getting into the great outdoors with everything you need to eat, drink, sleep in, shelter under, and survive with! Sounds like a hell of an adventure! But being a bit of a newbie to these sorts of things, you’re not 100% sure what you will need to stay happy, healthy, dry, blister-free, and … Read more

Upon returning home from a tiring camping trip, it’s tempting to leave your gear in your backpack and deal with proper storage at a later time. However, leaving your equipment in your pack for more than a day isn’t a good idea. You’re not only risking rust, mold, and damage; you’re also potentially housing creepy … Read more

Thinking about doing longer thru-hikes? How does a week or two on the Pacific Crest Trail sound? Maybe completing the whole 2190 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail is on your bucket list? These trails, amongst others like the Continental Divide Trail and the Ice Age Trail, take weeks if not months to complete … Read more

As fun as camping can be, the preparations leading up to the trip can be hectic. This is especially true if you’re yet to choose a tent. The material of your tent is, by far, one of the most crucial features you’ll need to decide on as it affects your comfort, protection, time, and pretty … Read more

Setting up a tent is a crucial skill when it comes to camping. The time to use guy lines is after you’re done pitching your tent and you’re looking to add the finishing touches to the tent’s structure. The thing is, not all campers understand what guy lines are and how they can benefit the … Read more

You want to go camping but you don’t have a garage full of gear. You’re not into having a lot of possessions and are wondering how little gear do you actually need to go camping, safely? The more nights you go camping for, the more gear you need, Right? Not really…Once you’ve got the basics … Read more

You and your significant other haven’t been camping before but you’d like to try it. Neither of you is a big outdoor person and you’re a bit worried that you might get out into the great outdoors and discover you have left the tent behind! Oops! The smartest thing you can do to keep you … Read more

You’re new to camping and want to know how long do tents last? Do you buy a new one every season or so, or can a tent become a family heirloom, passed from generation to generation? How long do tents last? Weeks? Years? Decades? It’s another “how long is a piece of string?” question that’s … Read more

You’ve got the truck and the desire to go truck camping. But what else will you need? How different is Truck camping from normal camping? What other gear or equipment should you take? Truck camping is great fun for family camping and can be as complicated as you enjoy making it or as simple as … Read more

When you are off into the great outdoors, a first aid kit should be one of the first things you consider packing and the one thing you really hope you don’t need on your trip. No matter if you are camping, hiking, or backpacking a first aid kit that you paid for or created is … Read more

The forecast is for rain and you’re planning your first camping trip. Can you still go? Should you still go? You don’t want to go to all the trouble of packing, getting there, setting up, and having a miserable time. So what do you do? You prepare for a camping trip in the rain! We’ve … Read more

On nearly every camping list on the internet, a tarp or tarpaulin appears. Cool. You’re happy to get one, but when you get to the camping or hardware store, there is an awful lot of choice… What do you actually need a tarp for when you are camping? Do you get a big one? Is … Read more

We all know that the last thing we want to do upon our return from an adventure is to tend to our equipment. After all, it’s much easier to either leave them in the basement or stuff them anywhere out of sight. However, camping equipment doesn’t come cheap, and keeping them in a good condition … Read more

An A-Frame Tent is a camping tent that gets its name from its distinctive shape. These tents are tall and narrow, with triangular shaped roofs. A-frame tents used to be a camping staple. But A-frame tents have fallen out of fashion. So what is an a frame tent, when to use an a frame tent … Read more

Dome tents are one of the most popular types of tents on the market. But what is a dome tent, exactly? And when should you use one? Let’s find out! Related: Are you looking for a new tent that provides plenty of space? Check out our 10 person tent reviews. What is a dome tent? … Read more

Camping in a cabin is a great way to start your camping career! It’s not camping outside but it’s not a hotel either. Cabin camping is a really happy middle ground and a great place to start your outdoor adventures! Cabin camping can be for everyone – families, close friends, or a romantic trip for … Read more

Washing a tent is about as much fun as hiking in the rain with a 60-pound pack on your back while wearing head-to-toe denim. Thus, people are tempted to stuff it in a washing machine. But asking, “Can you wash a tent in a washing machine?” is very different from asking, “Should I?” You can … Read more

Tent color is not just about the look of the tent. Tent colors can have a function as well as be beautiful to the beholder. Dark tents are warmer. Light tents are cooler. Some colors attract critters. In some situations, it’s best to be seen. In others, being unseen might keep you safer. So does … Read more

You’re looking for a tent to go camping in and you’ve seen and heard of Coleman tents. Coleman is an established company that has been in the portable lantern business since 1900 and the tent business since the 1960’s – but are their tents any good? You are happy to spend the money but don’t … Read more

You are looking at getting a new tent and you need one with a good degree of waterproofing for the type of weather you will be camping in. You’ve looked at Coleman, a huge supplier of camping equipment and in particular, their tents. We looked for the answer on Coleman’s websites and ended up writing … Read more

Camping does not mean losing all your city comforts like electricity. Instead, you might consider carrying a portable generator that will allow you to access electricity. But you also need a few electrician skills, and this is where an E-port comes in handy. So what is an e port? An E-port is a feature on … Read more

There are a few things that could ruin your camping experience – a leaking tent is definitely on top of the list. If you’ve pitched your tent and noticed water coming in around the floor seams, you’re probably wondering how to waterproof a tent floor. Camping with a leaking tent floor is a disaster waiting … Read more

Is it too windy to go camping today? How much wind can a tent or a canopy tent withstand? Find out in our guide. Tents in the United States are rated according to the Beaufort Force 4 wind factor which is 17 mph. The majority of tents manufacturers make will withstand a force up to … Read more

A compression sack (or stuff sack) works wonders for reducing the space taken up by a sleeping bag. If you’re a backpacker, you’ll hate how much room your tent takes up in your bag. So can you put a tent in a compression sack? Can You Put a Tent in a Compression Sack? In short, … Read more

What’s the difference between single and doubled walled tents? When would you use one and not the other? Check out why here! The main difference between a single wall tent and a double wall tent is essentially the number of layers each has been constructed with. Double wall tents have a breathable inner tent covered … Read more

It’s hot. Too hot to sleep. And you’re camping a million miles away from your air-conditioning. Everyone is tired and grumpy from lack of a good night’s sleep and you’re thinking that camping at the peak of summer isn’t for you. Summer seems like a great time to go camping until it’s time to crawl … Read more

Although camping is an excellent way to reconnect with nature and unplug from the stresses of modern life, it does come with several significant challenges. One of the biggest obstacles to overcome is a lack of centralized heat. Unfortunately, when camping in the fall or winter, staying warm is a constant struggle. Fortunately, we’re here … Read more

Tents are versatile and necessary when braving the elements. However, if you have an extra tent on hand, recycling is always a great idea. Usable tents are in demand for homeless shelters as well as youth organizations. If the tent has seen better days, then you can also make use of the various components. As … Read more

You may ask yourself “what is a pup tent?” Well, a pup tent is a simple tent, and if you are in the military, you probably wouldn’t be asking what it is or where it came from. But, if you don’t know, read on to find out more about this ancient innovation. Pup Tent Explained … Read more

One essential ingredient for camping is having a high-quality tent. Without this piece, you’ll wind up literally sleeping under the stars, meaning that you’re exposed to the cold and the elements. Fortunately, modern tents use various materials to make them both durable and weather-resistant. The best tent fabric will help protect you from the elements. … Read more

You’ve ended up with a soaking wet tent after a weekend away camping, and it’s just … sitting there all sodden. You could leave it, but that’s going to mean a moldy, rotten mess that won’t be much fun to clean up next time you go camping, or more likely, a complete replacement of the … Read more

You’re new to the whole camping game, and you’ve heard about using tarps for tents but aren’t sure which one to use when, how to make a tarp tent, or if you even need one… There are so many types of shelters you can make with a tarp, and it can be quite overwhelming to … Read more

You don’t want to muck around with pitching the tent. You just want to get on with doing what there is to do now that you’ve arrived, get on with life. You’ve heard of fast pitch tents, and they sound great! Now you’ve heard of instant tents that sound even better! How fast is fast? … Read more

You’re off on one of your first serious backpacking trips, and you’ve got all the gear, looked at the maps, and have it all planned out, but you’re not sure how much water to bring backpacking. I’ve helped out on many rescues in my time. Fellow hikers and backpackers have got lost or stuck, resulting … Read more

You love your partner, and you love camping. What better thing is there to do on a weekend than put the two of them together for a romantic camping trip? Whether you’re wondering about creating a romantic campsite or going on a camping date with your Valentine, check out our FREE romantic camping ideas and … Read more

Guy ropes, guy lines, “guying a tent”. You keep hearing these phrases, but what is a guy line? A guy line is a rope or cord used to tie down a tarp or tent flap. It is an essential part of setting up a tent because it keeps the tent stable and anchored. Guy lines … Read more

Are you thinking of picking up a tent soon but don’t want to get one with poles that breaks too soon? One of the most common problems of tent durability are the choice of tent pole materials. Weight, price, strength, maintenance – what do these have to do with the aluminum vs fiberglass tent pole … Read more

Do you love the idea of camping but hate having to faff around with setting up a tent? A pop up tent may be for you. Simply throw the tent on the ground and it explodes into a fully formed tent. But before you buy a pop up tent, make sure you fully understand their … Read more

Looking for a new tent but cant decide on a dome tent vs cabin tent? The wrong choice here could leave you wet and cold in the middle of the night or result in a screaming match between the kids. We cover the pros and cons of dome tents and cabin tents, and which one … Read more

I often get asked why 3 season tents exist if you can pick up a perfectly good 4 season tent. It can be quite confusing to find out that the season rating of a tent is just a general guide, rather than a technical definition. Especially when you throw the existence of 5 season tents … Read more

Why is canvas tent waterproofing so important? If you don’t waterproof your canvas water is going to seep through the canvas resulting in mildew buildup. Once that happens you’ll start to attract mold. That’s when you start to get that old mildew smell that we’re all familiar with. But it’s easy to forget that, like … Read more

There’s nothing better than sitting by a campfire with the wonderful smells of a meal cooking. But many avid campers wonder how to keep food cold while on a camping trip. After all, the idea of getting food poisoning while being stuck in the middle of nowhere is enough to put anyone off. In this … Read more