How to Start a Campfire: Ultimate Guide (6 Fire Types, Safety, Gear…)

Learn how to start a campfire in almost any situation. In this post, you'll learn about the six best ways to start a campfire. And tips for ignition, smokeless fires, wet wood, wet days, fire safety, campfire gear and cooking tips. Read more…

How to Use a Compass Without a Map

So while getting lost probably isn't in your trip plans, things can happen. In this post, you'll learn how to use a compass without a map. Your GPS might konk out – or maybe you're a purist and want to explore without electronics. Whatever your situation, this post will help. Read more…

How to Keep Food Cold When Camping (9 Chilly Tips)

Planning a camping trip and want to keep you food nice and cold? In this post, you'll learn how to keep food cold when camping. Includes 9 tips to keep your cooler cold for longer, 5 food safety tips and 4 of the best camping coolers available. Read more…

Best Shoes for Hiking in Water: Trail Guide to Dry, Healthy Feet

Hiking in wet conditions takes a toll on your feet. Choosing the best shoes for hiking in water can make the difference of a successful hike or one that you might suffer through every step. Read more…

97+ Cool Camping Gadgets and Gear

So you're going camping? Great – but are you prepared? In this post, you'll find 97+ cool camping gadgets and gear that will make your next trip amazing! 

From portable bunk beds to s’mores inside the tent, look no further for the most unique products on the market! Check out the full list: Cool Camping Gadgets & Gear

Remove a Tick Head After the Body is Gone

So you met a tick. And then pulled it off. And the tick head remains. NOW WHAT? There are plenty of guides on the web about how to remove a whole tick; they make it sound so easy, don’t they? But all too often, you’ve followed the instructions to the letter but that darn tick head is still in there!

In this post, you’ll learn 6 ways to remove a tick head after the body is gone.

Best Heaters for Camping Tents

So you love camping – but hate being cold? This post is exactly what you need, you’ll learn about the best heaters for tents.

There is also a detailed guide to choosing (and using) safe heaters for tents. See the full guide.

How to Open a Can Without a Can Opener

In this post, you’ll learn how to open a can without a can opener. Sure, it’s going to be a little crude – but when it’s time to eat, it’s okay to go a little caveman.

So here’s the situation: You’re hungry. You have a can of soup. But no can opener. Has this ever happened to you? Here's how to get to the grub.