Camping Gear

The opportunity to spend time in nature is a wonderful thing. It’s even more fun if you’re properly prepared. Whether you’re planning to go backpacking or mountaineering for weeks in the deep forest of a mountain range, or car or RV camping at a frontcountry campground, you’ll need the right camping tools and equipment. Bring...

If you’re going camping or backpacking and want to keep wild animals away from your things, you need to find the best bear canister. A bear canister is a locking container that’s responsible for safely storing your food overnight. Not only does it lock your food inside the container to prevent bears and other animals...

If you’re going camping and want to cook over a camping fire pit with your own firewood in a firewood stand, you need the best campfire tripod to help you. Memories of camping follow you for a lifetime. One of the best parts of camping is sitting around a campfire you’ve built yourself and enjoying...

The best hiking compass is a necessity if you plan on going hiking in the wilderness instead of playing card games around a camping table. It’s a scene from countless movies: the hero is lost in the woods, but just when the audience thinks she’s done for, she pulls out a compass to guide her...

All dogs need the best dog hiking boots if you want to take them hiking with you. If you love camping and own a dog, there’s a good chance you’ve brought your dog with you on a camping trip, or at the very least, thought about it. Bringing your dog camping can be a lot...

Every camper needs a pair of hiking boots, but instead of boots made with leather, consider getting the best vegan hiking boots instead. These days, vegans aren’t just concerned with consumables. We use items such as beauty products, cosmetics, and outerwear that are made with animal-free products, and the same goes when we’re looking for...

A few hours spent hiking in nature is all some need to relax and refuel. However, those new to hiking may not be aware that some trails may be deemed more difficult than others. From length to gradient and more, there are a number of factors that may make for a harder hike. Those with...

What parent hasn’t expressed aloud, or at least to themselves, “Stop growing up so fast!”, when talking about their children? The reality is, parents are busy today and that can contribute to the speed of our available time. That’s why it’s even more disappointing when you have a family camping trip get cancelled because of...

Buying a recreational vehicle comes with a number of considerations as owners often have to learn how to drive the vehicle and perform basic maintenance. However, many owners appreciate the advantages of owning an RV and the ability to plan for long road trips including great camping and a good number of the comforts they...

Every destination has hidden delights and unexpected treasures that are easy to miss if one pre-programs every minute. Although it’s always wise, not to mention fun, to do some initial research before setting out for a new destination, it is often a mistake to plan so many activities that spontaneity is impossible in your visit...

Mountaineering is undoubtedly one of the most exciting activities that a person can take up, but it’s also one of the more dangerous things a hard-core outdoors person can do. Just one fall can result in a severe injury and potentially even call for emergency responders to visit the scene. Luckily, bringing the right tools...

Since the creation of the National Park System in 1916, millions of outdoor enthusiasts have conquered trails, waters, caves, and peaks, and rested their heads amid these preserved wilderness areas. Because each park has so much pristine beauty and adventures to be enjoyed, camping or glamping for a few nights, enjoying morning coffee brewed with...

When soaking in the glories of the great outdoors, campers are living in the home of Mother Nature and wildlife. These spaces should be treated with the utmost courtesy. Furthermore, these areas are shared with other campers, who also deserve to be respected. By following these few simple tips for camping etiquette, individuals and groups...

All hiking boot manufacturers tend to make similar claims, so it can be difficult to choose the best hiking boots for each hiker’s chosen excursions. To make it worse, personal reviews can be time-consuming to comb through when everyone has their own preferences (and of course, foot shape.) And just like other camping equipment consumer...

Most people know from an early age that having a quality backpack can make a difference when it comes to going on a hiking trip and carrying essential camping equipment. Essential camping equipment like tents, a good camping cookware set, food, water, and a map of the area so you can avoid getting lost in...

Almost everyone knows about the Appalachian Trail, Glacier National Park, and the Pecos Wilderness, but for anyone who loves blue sky, great scenery and a good workout, there are dozens of other opportunities to hit the trail during any season. State and National Parks are, of course, a great resource, and almost all feature well-marked...

When overnight outdoor excursions become stressful, it tends to negate the intention of most campers—to decompress and relax amid the peaceful great outdoors. Our busy work and family life often cause our stress levels to go way up. To handle the stress, many people turn to gyms, eating out or other things in an effort...