Poorly staked tents are one of the most common camping fails. It will take the fun out of your trip in just one windstorm. In this post, you’ll learn how to stake a tent with beginner and pro tips. More reading: Guide to Setting Up a Tent in the Rain How to Stake a Tent…
Want to swim further, with less effort? Sounds like you need a pair of snorkel fins. In this post, you’ll learn how to choose the best snorkeling fins. Our guide will sort out the 3 types of fins (split, short, and paddle) and 2 types of fit (open heel and full foot). We cover adult…
Ah, campfire s’mores. What’s more typical for camping than making s’mores? Here’s how to make the classic s’mores recipe – plus 6 pretty incredible recipe variations. How to Make Campfire S’mores: Classic Recipe (and 6 delicious variations) Nothing makes life-long memories and says sun-drenched summers in the great outdoors like s’mores. Sitting around the campfire…
Learn about the best compact binoculars for hiking and bird watching. Which binocular model is best? This guide (with videos) explains the 6 basic factors to consider. Plus I cover the nine best compact binoculars. Let’s get started! 9 Best Compact Binoculars for Hiking and Birding In this post, you’ll learn how to identify the…
In this GoPro hiking guide, you’ll learn about the best settings, mounts/accessories, composition/storytelling skills, and tips you need to shoot compelling footage of your hiking adventures. GoPro cameras are perfect for hikers – they are lightweight, waterproof (and shockproof – you know you’ll drop it), and shoot in 5.3K video. GoPro Hiking Guide: Tips, Settings,…
You want to get outside, wake up to the sounds of nature, and make some good coffee, right?! Well, you’ll love this post, it’s all about how to make coffee while camping. And once you read the post, you’ll know the best way to make coffee when camping. Learn more about How to start a…
While it is amazing to see a bear in the wild, it isn’t so great to have one on your campsite. In this post, you’ll learn how to keep bears away while camping – with everything from choosing the best campsite, setting up safely, cooking, and tending to your pets. How to Keep Bears Away…
I know how it feels. You’re just about to leave for a weekend camping trip – and it just started raining. Should you cancel? Not so fast. In this post, you’ll learn how to set up a tent in the rain. These 14 tips will have you setting up a tent in the rain like…
Are you still hauling your drinking water to your campsite? In this post, you’ll learn how to purify river water for drinking. These 5 methods range from free to expensive – and from easy to time-consuming. But clean water is critical and worth the effort. More reading: Guide to Hiking Water: Hydration Tips, Gear, How…
If you’re human, you aren’t friends with mosquitoes. And if you’re like me, you probably don’t love the thought of putting poison on your skin. In this post, you’ll learn how to make homemade insect repellent that actually works. These DIY mosquito repellents are easy to make, effective, and will even save you money. 14…