Camping Gear Outlet

Dealing with camping gear anxiety

Buying camping gear can be a tough task. There are often hundreds of options to choose from, whether you’re searching for a new camping sleeping bag or a scrumptious MRE. I have a brother-in-law who works at an outdoor store and he told me that sometimes he feels more like a therapist then a camping gear […]

How To Clean And Store Your Tent

How To Clean And Store Your Tent Written by Dan Lawton Proper cleaning and storage will ensure that your tent will last a lifetime. Do it wrong and you'll be buying another tent soon. Nobody thinks about tent maintenance when they’re buying one, but the bottom line is that properly cleaning and maintaining your tent […]

How To Handle a Bear Encounter

Written by Dan Lawton One of the biggest fears many campers have is coming face-to-face with a bear. Although bears are frequent guests in many campgrounds, they are rarely aggressive toward humans. One of the biggest fears many campers have is coming face-to-face with a bear. Although bears are frequent guests in many campgrounds, they […]

5 ways to make camping romantic

Written by Dan Lawton Looking to add romance to your camping trip? Here are five tips for making your camping excursion a passionate one. Camping has many functions. It can be a break from the monotony of urban life, a reminder of the peacefulness of nature, or even a test of survival skills. But, there’s […]

How to pick a good campsite

Written by Dan Lawton Picking a good campsite is one of the most important components of a fun camping trip. There are a number of variables that factor into whether or not you will have a successful camping trip, but none is more important than the campsite. Picking a good spot to pitch your tent […]

Camping Backpack Buying Guide

Written by Timothy Martinez Jr. Purchasing a camping backpack can be intimidating. Not only are there hordes of different models to choose from, but there is also a big range in prices. Here are some tips for picking out the right camping backpack. Buying a camping backpack is not always a walk in the park […]

Yurt Camping

Written by Dan Lawton Yurt camping is a great way to enjoy the fun of camping during the winter without braving the elements. Yurts were first used by nomads in Central Asia, but can now be found in state parks and camping areas across the U.S. For novice campers who are not yet willing to […]

How to Make a Latrine

Written by Dan Lawton When you’re camping in the wilderness without a camping toilet, you’re unlikely to stumble on to a bathroom. For a group of people planning to stay together at a campsite, the latrine is the best option to do your business in a way that’s ecologically responsible. Here are some tips on […]

How to Prepare for a Hurricane

Written by Dan Lawton A hurricane is a traumatic event that can have a catastrophic effect on you and your family. Learn how to prepare yourself by purchasing cots, blankets, MRE’s and other supplies ahead of time. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, hurricane preparedness has become a priority for states, cities and families across […]