Archive for May, 2009
Camping Can Take You To Any Corner Of The Globe
Camping can mean many different things, from a state of the art mobile home, or a camper van decked out for intrepid adventures or even the lowly camping tent. Although the latter too, is much more lightweight and more practical, than it ever used to be. It all started in the early 1900s when tourists [...]
Go Camping In Alabama Parks
Many of the State Parks of Alabama offer primitive camping along with modern camp sites. You can find amenities such as bathhouses, camping pads that are spacious and many camp sites that are on the water. Camping in Alabama is fun and you can even find a campground that will welcome your pet as well. [...]
When Camping Don’t Leave Anything Behind When You Move On
A big part of camping is respecting nature and the environment around us, in terms of keeping the surroundings litter free and cleaning up after your self is all about leading by example. There will always be a certain type of person who does not care and will leave a mess behind them. It is [...]
Simple And Effective Trangia Camping Stoves
The basic requirement for any camping equipment is that it must be reliable; being stuck without a stove to cook while in the middle of nowhere can be pretty unpleasant. Trangia produces what is commonly seen as the best camping stove available in the world. This Swedish company was founded by John E Jonsson back [...]
Books For Camping Enthusiasts
No matter how much you think you know you can always learn more. You can learn a lot from other people’s experience and expertise and their nuggets of wisdom can be found in a variety of books. Here are some suggestions of books for campers that you may want to check out before your next [...]
How To Deal With Bears When Camping?
While it is unlikely that anyone camping in the continental United States would see a lion or a tiger, it is perfectly possible to run into a bear. It is important to take precautions for the safety of humans and bears alike. Bears are found in most areas of North America and are even becoming [...]
Helpful Tips On What To Pack For Your Jungle Camping Experience
There are many sources out there advising what to pack for general camping to make your camping experience as comfortable as possible. But what do you pack if you choose to spend your camping vacation deep in the middle of the rainforests in some far away country? The following tips and guidelines should provide some [...]
Planning A Hike Along The Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a wonderful place to backpack and hike. It is not only beautiful but it is an important part of the conservation effort in the United States. Each year people plan their hike along this scenic footpath. If you are considering joining them, planning your hike before you get started is always [...]
Sharing The Wonders Of Camping In Your Own Backyard
Last Saturday, how many people were cleaning out the garage and came across their old camping gear? You know the camping gear that’s been packed away for the last ten years. In the old days, people loved to go camping; that is, before the house, kids and the honey-do lists. With busy lives, it can [...]
Out In The Great Wide Open: Going Green While Rving
Unbeknownst to the general public, RV travelers have been ‘green-conscious’ while on trips for quite some time now. Some of the green activities that RV travelers adopt include minimizing water usage, recycling, using solar-powered equipment when possible, using non-toxic cleaning and laundry supplies, among many others. 94% travel with at least 2 – 7 people [...]
