Written by Timothy Martinez Jr. Poison ivy is found across much of North America and can be a nuisance for hikers and campers. The following is information about the appearance, effects and treatment of poison ivy everyone should know. Just the name of poison ivy can strike fear into the most experienced camper. It’s oil […]
Written by Timothy Martinez Jr. Beach camping is one of the most refreshing camping experiences available. Beaches make fantastic spots for camping because of the variety of recreational activities they have to offer. With the ocean breeze, soothing sound of waves and smell of fresh air, beach camping is one of the most refreshing camping […]
Written by Timothy Martinez Jr. Whether you’re roasting marshmallows or basking in the warm heat, the campfire is a prominent staple of a memorable camping trip. Here are some tips for setting up a successful and safe campfire. Whether you’re roasting marshmallows or basking in the warm heat, the campfire is a prominent staple of […]
Written by Timothy Martinez Jr. Camping is a time when you connect with nature and embrace the solitude of life, but that experience is quickly ruined with a crowded campground. Following these tips will keep you as far away from crowds as possible. One of the major joys of camping is heading out into the […]
For a while now, I’ve been in desperate need of a good backpack, as all the ones I own are tattered old bags from my high school days long ago. Living in New York City,where traveling to nature requires a trip on public transportation through a painfully dense city, makes my backpack my livelihood. It’s […]
This is a guest post from Joe Amato. An avid traveler and outdoorsman, Joe lives to explore and discover the beauty of the world in all its forms. “Did you know there are mountains and waterfalls only two hours from here?” my friend Kyle asked. “Bullcrap,” I scoffed, seeing as how we live in New Orleans. […]
It can happen in an instant. One moment, you’re enjoying a romantic dinner for two beneath the stars and the next, you’re battling hundreds of unwanted guests. The arrival of merciless and bothersome bugs can quickly turn a fun camping trip or a relaxing time on your patio in New Jersey into an awful experience […]
by Timothy Martinez Jr. Deep in the heart of New York City, the most populous city in the United States, sits a group of people who are fending for themselves in the wilderness. This isn’t some metaphor for the city as a concrete jungle either. These are people surviving off the basics, finding food on […]
by Timothy Martinez Jr. We’ve all had that experience some time in our lives when we slept in a small yet bulky tent that could barely stand up on its own. Whether they are old and outdated or extremely cheap, some tents simply don’t cut it at the campgrounds. So, if you’re tired of your […]
by Timothy Martinez Jr. Few people are more equipped to handle survival situations than Scouts (and, of course, their Scout leaders). So, when a group of young Boy Scouts became lost on a camping trip on the border of Illinois and Wisconsin, I wasn’t the least bit surprised to learn they were found safe and […]
