Get The Best From Your Camping Equipment
Tuesday, March 11th, 2008The best and most memorable camping trips rely on great gear and reliable camping equipment.
Some pieces of outdoor camping equipment can be quite expensive, but they will last you a long time if you look after them properly. Whether you go camping once in blue moon or whether you want to be out in the open every chance you get, you do much better if you have the right camping gear. Common tent camping equipment includes :A tent, lean-to or other shelter device . A sleeping bag for warmth. .A sleeping pad or air mattress is often placed underneath the sleeping bag for cushioning from stones and twigs as well as for insulation from the ground. A portable stove to prepare hot meals and/or drinks where campfires are forbidden or impractical. A lantern or flashlight. A hatchet, axe or saw for cutting firewood (where allowed; see campfire) or constructing camp gadgets. Various types and sizes of ropes and tarps for stringing clotheslines, sheltering dining areas, and other purposes. Buy the best supplies that you can afford and then look after it.
Much of the remaining needed camping equipment is commonly available in the home, like dishes, pots and pans.
Preparing A Camping Supply List
Monday, March 10th, 2008Have you ever left on a camping trip and realized you forgot one or more essential items? You had to drag yourself to the nearest store (20-30 miles) to find that item you forgot. This should be a reminder to check your supplies carefully before leaving next time. First time campers may not know what essentials to bring on their first trip so I have prepared a few tips that might save the heartache (and extra gallons of gas) of driving to the nearest store.
Guide To The Blue Ridge Parkway - Hiking Trails In Virginia Iii
Thursday, March 6th, 2008Continued from part 2
MP 91.0 A moderate 1.9 mile portion of the Appalachian Trail, leading from the VA 695 to Sharp Top Mountain overlook.
MP 92.5 The Sharp Top Mountain to Harvey’s Knob section of the Appalachian Trail is a 2.9 mile moderate hike along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
MP 95.4 Harvey’s Knob overlook to Montvale overlook portion of the Appalachian Trail is also moderately challenging, but is only a .6 mile hike.
MP 95.9 This mile long stretch of the Appalachian Trail runs from the Montvale overlook to Taylor’s Mountain overlook and is a moderately strenuous hike.
Safety Tips For An Enjoyable Camping Trip
Wednesday, March 5th, 2008Have you ever been on a camping trip and had an unexpected event or weather surprise you? Many people have and some of those even lost their lives because they did not know what to do or did not have a plan. Camping trips require preparation beyond packing your sleeping bag and camping tent. Several necessary items to have before going on a camping trip are first aid supplies and knowledge, knowing where the nearest emergency medical facility is located, and having a contingency plan for bad weather. These are all items that can save your life and make your trip much more enjoyable.
Proper Care And Storage Of Your Camping Equipment
Thursday, February 21st, 2008After you have invested in the right camping tent, sleeping bags, and the other gear you and your family need for an enjoyable and relaxing camping vacation, it is important to properly care for your camping equipment so that it gives you plenty of years of use.
You should take the time to clean and inspect all of your camping gear after each trip before putting it away for your next adventure, but it is especially important to pack things away the right way at the end of the camping season to avoid damaged, useless equipment next camping season.
The Perfect Tent - 3 Tips On Choosing The Ideal Tent For Your Camping Adventures
Tuesday, February 19th, 2008Getting the right kind of basic camping gear is of utmost importance in determining the fun factor in your outdoor vacation’s success scope and knowing which is the best type of tent for camping outdoors in a particular season is the best way to begin narrowing down your search.
More About Creating A Camping Supply List
Friday, February 15th, 2008There is more to a good camping checklist than a tent, sleeping bags, and clothes. (Read the first part of Creating a Camping Supply List for more info on these items.) You will also want to include the right food, cooking and kitchen supplies, and a variety of other camping items on your checklist.
Camp cooking and preparing your favorite camping recipes is one of the best parts of a camping trip. Take care to include everything you need to prepare your meals, eat, and clean up. Many campgrounds provide charcoal grills at each campsite as well as picnic tables. If you are planning to use the facility grill, remember charcoal, and bring a table cloth, as well as table clips for breezy days.
Colorado Camping - The Perfect Destination Year Round
Sunday, February 10th, 2008The diversity of Colorado promises plenty of outdoor fun and relaxation whether it’s cold and snowy or in the heat of summer. From snowmobiling and skiing to hiking and horseback riding, Colorado promises year round fun for any nature lover. Camping in Colorado is just as diverse. There are 41 Colorado state parks, 15 national parks and recreation areas within the state, and more than 100 other public campgrounds managed by the USDA Forest Service, as well as hundreds of private campgrounds throughout the state.
Washington State Parks
Thursday, January 31st, 2008The state of Washington offers an extremely diverse landscape. From the temperate rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula and the moderate Pacific coast in the west to the high peaks of the Cascade Range and the dry deserts of the west, it is no wonder the beauty of Washington state parks attracts visitors from all around.
There are 120 Washington state parks and recreation areas with a wide variety of amenities, attractions, and activities. Windsurfing, rock climbing, skiing, and snowmobiling, Washington state parks offer plenty of activities to suit every outdoor lover. There are also plenty of historical sites, cultural exhibits, and interpretive centers for educational opportunities.
Which Recreation Camping Style Do You Prefer?
Saturday, January 12th, 2008At one point, the only recreation camping opportunity on offer was tents or the open air. A century ago, you would have been privileged to own a canvas tent. Camping, as a vocational pastime, truly took off approximately fifty years ago. At that time hundreds of trucks were equipped with a camper shell; however, the sleeping space was still rather cramped.
Nowadays, there are a variety of choices available to build a home away from home.
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