There is a great deal of variety out there with regards to equipment. You will already have the equipment you need for a day walk, and you will naturally need all of this, so I will just cover the extra equipment you … Read more
Whether you are planning an afternoon of hiking in a popular state park, or planning a week long backcountry trip, you’re going to need something to store and transport the gear you bring. You’re going to need a pack. Packs Packs come … Read more
The list for the kitchen is somewhat dependent on the activities planned for the camping trip. If you are staying put for the entire camping trip, take all you need and you do not have to pack up and move during the … Read more
If you have yet to trek the wilderness with nothing but the contents of your backpack, you may dismiss backpacking as a simple and fun task. However, when you choose a destination and begin packing up your bag, all sorts of questions … Read more
Trekking poles have become standard equipment for hikers, backpackers, trekkers, and snowshoers. The reason is simple; they enhance your balance and support. When shopping for trekking poles, you should consider price, weight, grip, and shock absorbsion and pole material. Here’s the way … Read more
It’s best to go with the lightest hiking shoes for your trip! Hiking Shoes are best for day hikes. They are lightweight, flexible and low-cut. Hiking Boots are best for day hikes and week-end backpacking. Some flexibility and mid to high-cut for … Read more
Tents are one of the big three of basic camping gear: stoves, sleeping bag are the others. While just about everything else you can improvise, the big three are camping necessities. Now, before you think that you’ll just grab your sleeping bag … Read more
Special food is not necessary when camping. You don’t have to eat freeze dried meals or dine out of cans, nor even survive on grilled foods. Any recipe you use at home can be adapted to use when camping, although trying to … Read more
Tents are your home away from home and your personal castle in the campground. They come in many sizes, prices, shapes, and materials too. They provide a shaded, insect resistant, and hopefully waterproof refuge at the end of the day. Ground Cloth … Read more
Backpacks Backpacks are found in two basic types: internal frame and external frame. Internal Frame Backpacks Internal frame backpacks were originally designed for rock climbing and other types of hiking and climbing that required a narrower, more streamlined pack. Today, they are … Read more
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