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Pitch a tent, start a campfire, roast some s'mores. Camping is a great activity for families and rugged outdoorspeople alike. Whether you're car-camping or backpacking, our expert campers will teach you all they know about the great outdoors.

How To Light a Fire in the Rain When Backpacking

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
Rain and other types of wet weather can make it quite difficult to warm a backpacking camp site if your fire can't be started in the rain.

How To Load a Musket

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
Upon learning these steps, you can be confident enough in loading a musket in any situation.

How To Keep Camping Children Safe

 
 
 
 
 
November 12, 2009
In addition to the fun opportunities there are for camping children, there are also hazards. Camping for children's safety includes a variety of considerations and practices.

How To Have Fun Catching Sunfish

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
Sunfish are abundant in fresh water fisheries and are lots of fun to catch!

How to Fashion Your Own Emergency Whistle

 
 
 
 
 
October 22, 2009
If you need to call for help but do not have any whistles at hand, you can easily fashion your own emergency whistle.

How To Make Sure You Have the Essential Outdoor Equipment

 
 
 
 
 
October 18, 2009
If your family loves the outdoors, you have to make sure that the essential outdoor equipment is ready.

How To Compare Digital Compass Models and Prices

 
 
 
 
 
October 4, 2009
Are you planning on buying a digital compass but do not know where to start? Three factors should come to mind: cost, function and add-ons.

How To Find a Summer Camp

 
 
 
 
 
September 22, 2009
Have nothing to do for the summer? Then attending a summer camp is a good idea. Be ready to learn, play, laugh, and experience a whole lot of new things.

How To Cook Food in Outdoor Survival

 
 
 
 
 
September 3, 2009
This guide will help you to know how to cook food and other basic skills that will help you survive in the wilderness for several days.

How To Follow a Wilderness Survival Guide

 
 
 
 
 
September 1, 2009
Be prepared for the outdoors. Here are some of the important things that a wilderness survival guide will list.

How To Use a Digital Compass

 
 
 
 
 
September 1, 2009
A digital compass is a compass that uses sensor technology instead of the magnetic pointer that is used in manual compasses. Learn how to use a digital compass.

Trusted Compass Brands for Camping and Hunting

 
 
 
 
 
August 28, 2009
Compasses can be used for many different things. They are especially useful when you're away from civilization. Here are some of the best compasses for campers and hunters.

How To Choose Sleeping Bags

 
 
 
 
 
August 17, 2009
The first step in choosing a sleeping bag for you is to decide what you are going to use this sleeping bag for. Are you going mountain climbing? Camping in the desert?

How To Select a Camping Headlamp

 
 
 
 
 
August 15, 2009
Choosing which camping headlamp is the best one for you is really a matter of what kind of performance you expect out of your headlamp.

How To Stay at a Camp Ground

 
 
 
 
 
August 15, 2009
If you have decided to stay at a camp ground on your next camping trip, there is some planning you must do beforehand.

How To Find Cheap Tents

 
 
 
 
 
August 15, 2009
Tents are important equipment for camping and hiking, and can be found at bargain basement prices with just a little work on the part of the buyer.

How To Buy Family Tents

 
 
 
 
 
August 15, 2009
Buying the perfect family tent is a big responsibility. Take the time to look for a tent that meets your family's needs.

How To Use a Camping Lantern

 
 
 
 
 
August 14, 2009
Many families love spending time together camping in the great outdoors. One of the many items needed for a successful trip is a camping lantern.

How To Build a Fire Pit

 
 
 
 
 
August 14, 2009
Whether you are outdoors on a camping adventure or just want to experience one at home, fire pits are easy to build and will provide hours of warmth and enjoyment.

How To Buy Camping Chairs

 
 
 
 
 
August 14, 2009
There are many reasons to purchase camping chairs; it's important to keep the chair's intended use in mind when buying a camping chair.

How To Do Luxury Camping

 
 
 
 
 
August 13, 2009
You can choose how to make a camping trip a luxury camping trip, whether you "glamp" or "rough" it.

How To Do Discount Camping

 
 
 
 
 
August 13, 2009
Don't give up on your holidays, learn how to do discount camping.

How To Buy Camping Cookware

 
 
 
 
 
August 13, 2009
Learn which essential cookware basics to buy for camping.

How To Know what Camping Gear you Need

 
 
 
 
 
August 12, 2009
Learn how to get organized with the essential camping basics.

How To Make Fire Starters

 
 
 
 
 
August 12, 2009
There are many different items you can use when creating fire starters. Learn how to make fire starters with items found in or near your home.

How To Find Camping Locations

 
 
 
 
 
August 11, 2009
Use these tips on how to make your camping trip enjoyable by finding the perfect camping location.

How To Use Camping Stoves

 
 
 
 
 
August 11, 2009
Learn about the different types of camping stoves, their benefits and how to use them.

How To Set Up Camping Tents

 
 
 
 
 
August 11, 2009
Use these tips to know how to set up a camping tent in a safe and comfortable way.

How To Choose Camping Tents

 
 
 
 
 
August 11, 2009
Consumers should consider several scenarios when shopping for camping tents.

How To Take Kids Camping

 
 
 
 
 
August 11, 2009
Use these tips on how to create some great childhood memories of camping out.

How To Avoid a Grizzly Bear

 
 
 
 
 
August 9, 2009
Although camping in the wilderness can be fun, it's important to stay safe as well. Follow these tips to avoid an encounter with a Grizzly bear while you're on your hike.

How To Survive in the Wilderness

 
 
 
 
 
August 9, 2009
If you plan on going hiking in the wild, make sure you know some basic survival skills first. Here are some of the survival skills you'll need to survive in the wilderness.

How To Pack for Camping Trips

 
 
 
 
 
August 8, 2009
There are so many things one needs to think of when you pack for camping trips that it's easy to forget something.

How To Do Camping Activities

 
 
 
 
 
August 8, 2009
Camping is a great way to enjoy the outdoors as well as visit with family and friends. The number of activities to do while camping is endless.

How To Build a Fire

 
 
 
 
 
August 8, 2009
This writer was homeless in England for five years. I survived by camping by railroad tracks. I would not be alive today if I hadn't known how to build a fire.

How To Choose an Outdoor Storage Cabinet

 
 
 
 
 
August 1, 2009
The following steps can help you choose the outdoor storage cabinet so that your overnight vacation plans will surely go on without a problem.

How To Go Car Camping

 
 
 
 
 
July 31, 2009
An alternative for people who cannot hike but still want to go camping is car camping. This is ideal for families with small kids and for those limited by physical conditions.

How To Survive an Encounter With a Mountain Lion

 
 
 
 
 
July 5, 2009
If you encounter a cougar while camping, the right actions may save your life. Educate yourself on surviving an encounter with a mountain lion.

How To Use a Compass

 
 
 
 
 
July 5, 2009
Finding your way with a compass can be very challenging if you don't practice the skill first, but it isn't very difficult to learn how to use a compass.

How To Stay Warm in Your Sleeping Bag

 
 
 
 
 
July 4, 2009
When camping, you'll want to make sure you can keep warm at night. Here are some pointers for staying warm inside a sleeping bag on a cold night.

How To Clean Dishes in the Wilderness

 
 
 
 
 
July 3, 2009
Maintaining clean pots and pans in the wilderness can be important for your survival. Learn tips for keeping your dishes clean in the wilderness.

How To Find Discount Camping Gear

 
 
 
 
 
July 2, 2009
If you need to purchase camping gear, check out some of these places where you can find cheap and discounted gear.

How To Prepare for a Great Camping Holiday

 
 
 
 
 
June 20, 2009
While spontaneity is fun, it is absolutely not a good idea when it comes to camping.

How To Make a Sleeping Bag

 
 
 
 
 
May 22, 2009
Camping out is a popular activity for many Americans. But with the cost of camping supplies, some may feel that it's just too expensive to venture out their own front doors this...

How To Get Yourself in Shape for Backpacking

 
 
 
 
 
April 9, 2009
Backpacking is a very strenuous and at the same time, fun activity that can be done by either an individual, or with a group. It is a great escape from your dreaded work and the...

How To Cook in the Rain While Backpacking

 
 
 
 
 
April 9, 2009
A lot of people love to go out camping and explore the wild. However, many of them are stuck in situations where they stay in tents and end up going back to their homes because...

How To Stay Clean in the Outdoors

 
 
 
 
 
April 9, 2009
Clean is a word that means neat or organized. Staying clean in the outdoors is not an easy task if you don’t prepare properly. However, staying clean does not only need proper...

How To Deal with Ants in Camp

 
 
 
 
 
April 9, 2009
I have here some tips that you might want to consider when you are out at camp, in order to avoid these tiny creatures that make themselves a giant nuisance.

How To Maintain a Clean Camp Site

 
 
 
 
 
April 9, 2009
One of the “not cleanest activities” is camping, so the idea of a clean campsite may seem to be a counterintuitive to some people. After all, camping is the idea of being...

How To Tell Directions Without a Compass

 
 
 
 
 
April 1, 2009
There are a lot of signs or clues from nature that can signify your heading, in case you get lost in the woods, in the middle of the ocean, at the desert, or anywhere, for that...
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