White-tailed deer fatten up as it begins to get colder outside. This helps them throughout the colder months when food is scarce. What do deer eat in the winter? Here are the rules for feeding deer in the USA and Canada. Deer eat woody browse in the winter. This can be leaves, berries, saplings, bulbs,…
Learning how to measure ice thickness will help you stay safe. Here are five ways you can test the thickness of the ice to ensure you stay safe. Including devices and tips to get an accurate measurement. Five of the best ways to test for the thickness of ice are cordless drills, wood augers, ice…
What is a safe ice thickness? Before you step on a frozen lake, check that it is safe for your activity. Here is a safe ice thickness chart and factors affecting ice strength. Do not attempt to stand or walk on ice that is less than four inches thick. Ice fishing can be safely completed…
Ice fishing is a great outdoor activity, and while parts of it are similar to regular fishing, they aren’t the same. What is the best time of day to ice fish? Here are 3 times to consider. And a breakdown of the best time to ice fish for 6 common species. The best time of…
If you don’t have an electricity hookup for your camper, there are still several different ways you can effectively heat the space. This can be useful if you’re out in the backcountry and don’t have access to a campground with utilities or a generator. Below are some of the ways that you can heat your…
Roughing the winter in your camper doesn’t have to be rough. You’re only a few steps away from enjoying winter in your camper—rather than enduring it. To winterize your camper for full-time winter living, you can make a few essential preparations. Make sure you keep the wet bay above freezing. Insulating exterior pipes and vents…
Putting antifreeze in your RV as part of the winterization process is sad for two reasons. First, your summer of fun is coming to an end. And second, because it can be expensive to pay someone else to do. It’s an easy process that RV owners can do without taking the vehicle to a shop….
One benefit of RVs is that you can use them any time of year to travel to almost any destination. However, one thing to keep in mind is you and your passengers’ safety in an RV if you plan on camping or driving during harsher winter months. RV camping is a very popular activity during…
A pipe bursting from freezing temperatures is one of the quickest ways to total your RV and permanently ruin your camping trips. It’s important to winterize your camper if you’re parking it in a location that gets below freezing in the winter. If you skip this step, your RV is at risk for major damage…
Heading out for a weekend of winter hammock camping? Very nice! Here are 14 practical tips to help you stay warm and safe. You’ll also find a 9-piece gear list to make your winter hammock camping trip more comfortable. Here are some general winter camping tips for freezing temperatures. Guide to Winter Hammock Camping Camping…