Building a campfire is one of those basic skills that we all should have, even if retreating into nature is not our favorite pasttime. Do we always take the time to build a campfire, fireplace fire, or BBQ or smoked meat fire correctly, even if we know how—no, we do not for our own reasons,…
The holiday season is upon us, which means that we are officially in winter. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get outside and have some fun. Despite the cold weather, you can spend as much time outdoors as you would like, if you plan well and dress properly. When it comes to choosing your base…
Last weekend we had such a pleasant weekend at Lake Lewisville in North Texas that I just had to share it. We had planned an October lakefront camping weekend with some friends back in August, and was looking forward to some cool fall weather and campsite fun. Well, the weather showed up in true Texas…
No matter what activity you are enjoying on or around the lake, a quality pocket knife can be the single most handy tool you can carry on you. It can even be a life saver on occasion. Preparedness leads to peace of mind when having fun, and a pocket knife is the cornerstone to being…
Camping on a budget is one of the most exciting ways to get away. Camping used to be a necessity, a way to go fishing and hunting, how people vacationed on a budget in the U.S. or where people go to be free. Free of the city in some cases, and in these times, free…
Summer is a time to explore, to hit the road, find new places and experience the great outdoors. But let’s face it… summer can be just plain hot sometimes! Camping near a swimming hole sure helps, but what else can a camper do to beat the summer heat? Camping in the Summer Heat There are…
Bucket Journals, what are they? They are a new concept in camping accessories. If you love visiting national parks, and other places outdoors, and you want to visit them all in the U.S. or your state, Bucket Journals are journals that help you keep your memories alive for years to come. They also become a…
What people want in a camper that will fit their needs and wants covers a broad range of features. This article focuses on campers, not motorhomes. Recreation Vehicle, or RV, covers all terms including motorhomes, camper trailers, popups, etc. RV is used to describe all of these vehicles. A camper trailer is a trailer pulled…
When exploring the great outdoors, people have to plan on having enough water for drinking. If you are taking long hikes where there is no water, you have to carry your own, and water is heavy. If you plan on hiking around lakes and rivers, there are a few ways to make that water potable. …
Replacing the lights on your trailer isn’t hard, but it can be a little scary if you don’t know what you’re doing. The good news is that replacing trailer lights doesn’t require any electrical experience or special skills, and it can be done in just a few simple steps. The first step to replacing your…