If you do any winter camping, you likely know the challenges of preventing your food supply from freezing. While the cold weather is helpful in preserving perishables, there is a likelihood that your food reserves will freeze, which may ruin or spoil some things. If you plan to camp, use care to prevent your food from …
If you enjoy hiking, you likely are familiar with gaiters. Gaiters are items that you wear over your pants and shoes, that protects you from the elements. These are fabricated from many different materials including canvas, nylon, and polyester — a lot of horseback riders wear leather gaiters. Did you know you can create your own gaiter, …
You can go camping without a generator, but why would you want to? With a generator, you can run appliances, the converter charger on your RV, or extra lights around the campsite. A generator is a handy item around a campsite, and those without them think the same. The problem with generators is they are …
Hiking in California is not simply about putting on a pair of shorts, a vest, and some sneakers and hitting the trail. Think about the sun, weather, and type of trail. Then, what to wear will be clearer. What to Wear Hiking in California When it is very hot in California, choose long, loose …
Dogs generally have a greater tolerance for cold weather than humans. Even so, a dog can still get cold at some point. Their natural fur coat only goes so far. How to Keep a Dog Warm Camping Keep the dog inside the tent or camper with you. Some breeds prefer colder temperatures and are …
If you camp, you probably have at least one propane tank hanging around — but what is the best way to store them? Does propane degrade when stored? Remember that propane is a flammable gas that should never be stored indoors. Storing your propane from camping? Learn how to store your tanks safely in this article. …
If you are like me and you’re very attached to your cast iron cookware, you won’t let anything happen to it. Even while you’re roughing it on a camping trip. Not only that, but you also want to preserve that hard-earned seasoning that you’ve spent so much time building up. That being said, how exactly …
Camping is a great adventure, but it can also involve a lot of work! One task that is a bit tougher in a tent is washing dishes while camping. That is, it can be difficult to know how and where to dispose of the dishwater that you use to clean up after a meal without …
For those who love being in nature, a camping trip’s the best. However, the last thing you want is to get ill from spoilt food, so how can you prevent this? The key to success when it comes to food safety during camping is good planning. With correct tools at your disposal and a few …
What’s a camping trip without that vital component that is camping chairs? Personally, I love reclining in the sun with a drink in one pocket or enjoying the fire from the comfort of my seat. Needless to say, I feel like camping chairs inevitably become a bit of a casualty in the cleanliness department, particularly …