Many campers prefer the relative comfort of an air mattress as opposed to a sleeping bag when they’re in the woods. Whether it be for health reasons, or just to feel refreshed in the morning from a night of quality sleep, a good air mattress is a godsend for some campers. But bringing an air …
The Wildest Places in North America
If you’re looking for uninhabited and extensive wild places, North America isn’t a bad place to start. In fact, the two principal countries of the continent – the U.S. and Canada — have some of the most varied and well preserved outdoor areas in the world. From the ancient forests of the northern sections of …
Outdoor Safety: Insect Borne Diseases
Though somewhat rare and not very often serious, campers and hikers should nonetheless be wary of insect borne diseases. Along with the pleasure of outdoor activity comes the risk of being bitten and infected by a disease carrying bug. And while many of these illnesses are confined to tropical and subtropical climates, the potential for …
Outdoor Activities: Shed Antler Hunting
When thinking of deer antlers, the first thing that naturally comes to mind is deer hunting. Campers and outdoor lovers who don’t hunt typically disregard them. There are, however, ways to indirectly interact with wildlife that don’t involve waking up before dawn or firearms. The endeavor I’m talking about is surprisingly popular; it’s called shed …
5 Small and Convenient Items for Your Survival Kit
As a sharp and prepared outdoor adventurer, odds are you probably have an emergency kit stashed away along with all your other gear. It has the typical items – fire starters, flashlights, an MRE or two, and maybe even a bottle of water. But no matter how full it might seem, you could probably fit …
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Tips for Sleeping Better on Your Next Camping Trip
Though many find the outdoors to be a place for peace, rest, and relaxation – actually getting to sleep while camping can be pretty difficult. There’s no cozy beds or temperature controls to help lull you to sleep, just you, your tent, and a sleeping bag. But even the fussiest sleepers can find a way …
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How to Start Surf Fishing
With warmer temperatures on the way and many cooped up folks beginning to look forward a trip to the beach, the opportunity for you to learn how to surf fish on your next vacation to the coastal outdoors is ripening quickly. Because it doesn’t require a boat – just special tackle and a solid casting …
Outdoor Tips: Camping in a Severe Spring Storm
Camping in the Spring is really enjoyable. The sun’s out, the weather’s warming up, and local critters have come out of hibernation and are beginning to explore. Unfortunately, though, Spring brings with it some pretty intense weather patterns – especially in the Midwestern and Eastern portions of the United States. Freak storms not even associated …
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A Guide to Outdoor Knives
If there’s ever a situation when an outdoor enthusiast could be overwhelmed with choices, it’s when deciding on a knife to buy and/or use. As simple a tool as a knife might be, there are many variations with functional differences that alter a knife’s intended use and performance. Skinning a freshly caught fish, for example, …
5 Creative Camping Tips
So, you’ve become a master at the art of camping. Your checklist, itinerary, and packing routines have all been whittled down to a science. You’ve got an outdoor emergency kit always at the ready, and you can set up the tent or build a fire blindfolded (though it’s not exactly recommended). You’re confident that no …