Camping in bear country is a topic that makes many new campers very nervous and can keep a lot of people from camping in the wilderness. With a bit of bear safety education, there’s no reason to be scared of bear encounters while camping. Bear Safety Tips for Campers With these tips, staying safe in bear country is easy to do. Black Bears vs. Grizzly Bears: Know the Difference The first topic to discuss when it comes to bear safety is knowing the difference between black ... Read More about Bear Safety: What You Need to Know About Camping in Bear Country
Beauty Products to Bring Camping
I don't know about you, but a camping trip is one time when I really don't feel like I have to present myself in a certain way- whether that is as a professional, a wife, or a mom. I can be relaxed and minimal, focused on fun and family. That said, I'm not an 'all natural' kind of gal. I pack a few beauty products to bring camping to protect my skin when we are exploring the great outdoors, but also to look nice if we happen to head into a nearby town for dinner or a grocery ... Read More about Beauty Products to Bring Camping
How to Make Smores Meltier
When you think of camping food one of the first treats to come to mind is smores. This gooey goodness of graham cracker, marshmallow, and chocolate has been delighting campers since at least 1927, when the first published recipe for 'some mores', appeared in "Tramping & Trailing with the Girl Scouts". Why are smores called smores? The contraction of 'some more' is said to be how kids asked for another. "Gimme s'more!" While no one knows who invented s'mores, the recipe is ... Read More about How to Make Smores Meltier
Backcountry Cooking 101: A Guide to Backpacking Food
Now that you’ve read up on Backcountry camping, your next question might be “what types of backpacking food am I going to eat out there in the woods?” Unlike RV camping or cabin camping, weight is the biggest factor when deciding how to cook and what to eat in the backcountry. This is not the trip for Dutch Ovens and two-burner Coleman stoves unless you are whitewater rafting. But it doesn’t mean you have to eat Beef Jerky, GORP, and oatmeal all weekend, either! Wait- what is ... Read More about Backcountry Cooking 101: A Guide to Backpacking Food
Backcountry Camping 101: Tips for Beginners
When it comes to camping, there truly is a style for everyone, from regal to rustic. Many folks start out tent camping and upgrade to RV’s or cabins. See our Tent Camping 101 tips! But those of us who really want to 'get away from it all' take an opposite approach. This is where backcountry camping comes in. Keep reading to find out what it is, and how to get started so you too can go “off the grid.” What is Backcountry Camping? Backcountry camping is defined as camping ... Read More about Backcountry Camping 101: Tips for Beginners
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