Archive for the ‘Camping’ Category
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Thyme Time
Thursday, September 24th, 2009
Our friends at Lebanese Thyme recently turned us onto the benefits of thyme. This is not a fad but a timeless tradition used in many different cultures. Its use dates back to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. With a sweet smell it was often used as incense and believed to give courage.
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Canoeing with Kids
Sunday, May 3rd, 2009
Canoeing is a great activity. If your kids are a little younger it can be kind of difficult to keep them entertained without tipping over the boat. Typically, younger children have difficulty rowing and you’ll want to keep them occupied so they don’t turn into a trip hazard. Some good ideas include [...]
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Favorite Spring Spot
Saturday, March 21st, 2009
Now that Spring is here, do you have a favorite place to camp in the spring? One of the tricky things about spring camping is that sometimes the ground can be wet from all the snow melting. If you have a favorite spot you can comment with the latitude and longitude coordinates. That [...]
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Camping Water Filters – What to Look For
Saturday, February 21st, 2009
If you are travelling a lot around the world and never certain whether the local water will be safe to drink or not then getting a portable filter can be a great solution. Not only will you be able to drink the water safely but it’ll also taste a lot better too!
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Using Stuff Sacks For Your Sleeping Bag
Tuesday, February 17th, 2009
When I was just starting out hiking and camping I used to pack my sleeping bag loose into the backpack or even tie it on the outside. It took me 3 trips before I started using stuff sacks to store my sleeping bag. These cylindrical shaped nylon, usually waterproof, enclosures protect your bag from unnecessary [...]
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Don’t Get Caught in the Rain – A Cautionary Tale
Sunday, February 8th, 2009
Can a camping tent survive Hurricane Cheddarwurst? Here’s a funny story for you… Last year, my friends and I found ourselves at Sunset State Beach in California. The campground is called Sunset because it arguably has the best sunsets over the pacific ocean, in all of California.
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Campfire Poker Required
Saturday, January 31st, 2009
I loaded up my campfire poker two days ahead of time for our semi-annual fishing trip, because I did not want to forget it. This is our first trip of the year, so I’m very excited about it. When packing for a trip in haste, something is usually forgotten and I will not forget to [...]
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What To Eat While Camping
Saturday, December 20th, 2008
One of the most fun times you can have while camping is cooking for the group. Cooking is generally done over a fire or on a grill. You should bring foods that are easy to store and keep fresh. You should include snacks for the trail as well as foods to prepare for each meal. [...]
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Camping Tips To Help Make Your Camping Adventure Tons Of Fun
Friday, December 12th, 2008
The best camping tip you can get is to abide by the Boy Scout motto and “be prepared.” There are all sorts of things that can happen on a camping trip so expect the unexpected. Make lists of items that you should bring and pack all the essential equipment. Take into consideration the area where [...]
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Hiking Off-Trail – What’s the Big Deal?
Tuesday, November 4th, 2008
I’ve often seen signs that say, “Stay on designated trails.” I’ve also come across people who say, “Hike on durable surfaces”. I’ve often thought to myself, “What’s the big deal”. Does it really matter if a few blades of grass get bent a little? I want to check out that cool thing over there. I’ve [...]
