I like to think of campgrounds and state parks as my second backyard. If you’re at all like my family, you probably spend a lot of your summer in a tent or camper. Nature can be unpredictable, so check out the tips in the articles in this section to make sure you’re prepared for anything.
Hiking, swimming, making s’mores, singing campfire songs: we all know that camping can be a lot of fun and a great experience overall. There are several common problems that many campers face, though, and it helps to be prepared for them. With a little bit of forethought and preparation, you’ll be able to avoid many…
Camping is beneficial for all of us, regardless of age. You really can’t go wrong with fresh air, time out in nature, and exercise. Camping, and the typical camping activities such as hiking, fishing, and exploring, have many benefits for youth in particular though, and that is what we are going to focus on here….
There’s no doubt about it: children love camping. The wide-open spaces, fun activities, and opportunities for new adventure around every corner are undeniably enjoyable. This isn’t the only way that camping benefits kids, though. The camping experience also teaches quite a few important life lessons that your child will carry with them for years to…
Typical camping foods aren’t generally that pricey individually, but once everything is added together, the food budget for a simple camping trip can actually end up being quite hefty. This is unfortunate since one of the great perks of camping is that it is one of the cheapest vacation options. The good news is that…
Sleeping bag liners are popular items to make sleeping bags warmer in colder weather. People often question whether or not they are effective. The answer is that they can be effective but it depends on a variety of factors. Sleeping Bag Liner Materials Different sleeping bag material liners will have different levels of increasing the…
Have you introduced your toddler to the fun of tent camping? It’s never too early to get started, sharing good times with your family as you camp in nature. But it can get cold at night no matter the time of the year you’re camping. Even during the hot summer months, nights in the wilderness…
Did you ever see Fred Flintstone with a bag of charcoal or a tank of propane gas? Granted, you wouldn’t have seen him with a Weber or a Big Green Egg either but that’s getting away from the point of mastering how to grill without charcoal. Charcoal and gas are the go-to fuels for modern…
Getting away with your family for the weekend on a camping trip is priceless. You get to spend quality time together without the interference of daily life at home. It’s your break away from work and school. And there’s lots you can do to get the most out of your camping trip! Here’s our list…
It can be difficult enough getting your toddler to sleep well when you’re at home. Getting her to sleep at all when you’re camping is another challenge. Don’t let this stop you from going camping and spending quality time as a family. Let’s look at some of the things you can do when camping with…
When you are camping, you want the best gear, but it needs to be functional and easy to carry. Today, there are many options for your sleeping gear. People camp year round, and different seasons, altitudes, and geographical locations might require different types of sleeping gear. With all of the choices that are available, many…