It is one of the most important pieces of equipment in your gear collection; sleep is the foundation of every adventure. Which makes the question of “how to choose a sleeping bag or quilt” a big one. A sleeping bag…
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Don’t let the winter snow keep you away from your favorite camp sites. Learn how to build your winter sleep system so that you rest better while snow camping.
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The days of bunkering down for the winter are behind us. It’s time to take advantage of the fourth season.
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In the natural world, winter presents an annual challenge. Temperatures can become unforgivingly cold, resources run scarce, daylight hours are constricted and the living breathing world settles in to survive. Yet, for us humans—even with the challenge of COVID—life goes on…
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The Lone Star state boasts 95 state parks and two national parks with extensive outdoor opportunities. You know the saying, “everything is bigger in Texas.” Well, the sheer size of the state means a lack of Yellowstone or Yosemite-like crowds.
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Learn how our USA built camping gear is made in market to ensure quality and a greener, more environmentally friendly product.
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Temperatures are cooling off, the sun is out and abundant desert magic is everywhere you look. Utah fall camping is some of the best camping in North America.
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This is quick overview of 5 organizations who are pursuing equitable outdoor access. Their work is what Making Camp for Everyone is all about. We hope they inspire you to add your voice and actions to making the outdoor community—and…
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With two-thirds of the world’s population living in urban settings, it is critically important that people find ways to get outdoors. Especially young people. Why? The WHO links urban living to diminished health outcomes, and calls on governments to deliver…
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At some point in your backpacking life, you will encounter rain. Here are five tips for making backpacking in the rain more than just soggy memories.
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An Interview with Megan Aranow, Director of Strategic Partnerships at BCM
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So you are taking your friend on their first backpacking trip. This is exciting! There’s nothing like introducing a friend to a new hobby and seeing their satisfaction when they successfully push themselves out of their comfort zone. These tips will help you pull off a successful trip for your friend.
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