Gear Tips
Understanding the Camp Quilt
Jim Meyers | July 13, 2023
If a standard sleeping bag is causing you to overheat, sweat and then catch a chill, a camp quilt may be right for you.
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If a standard sleeping bag is causing you to overheat, sweat and then catch a chill, a camp quilt may be right for you.
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Move over Sprinter vans, there’s a new gang in town. Take a look at these tips below to maximize your car for tent-free weekend adventures.
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We get it – light and fast backpacking is all the rage. It seems like all we hear about these days is thru-hiking, section hiking and fastest known times. We understand that sacrificing a bit (or a lot!) of comfort…
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Bigger. Better. Faster. We get lost in the in this track of progression, not only in our daily lives, but even during our adventures. Sometimes, it’s important to slow down, to stop and smell the literal roses.
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Before a planned backpacking trip, we make a list of all the essentials we need to have a comfortable and safe time. This is no different for dogs. Here’s a list of the 10 Essentials for Backpacking with Dogs.
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Car camping is not just for beginners or Sprinter-equipped hardos. Use these 14 tips for an epic weekend of the four-wheeled variety.
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Being motivated to get out on the weekend can be a challenge, and planning and packing is an overwhelming task. Here are six tips to get you out the door with energy to spare on Friday afternoon.
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A knock on my window jolted me into consciousness. A gruff voice came from the darkness: “Police, open up. You can’t camp here.” My heart raced. I was parked at a trailhead where camping was previously allowed. But during the…
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Whether you call it dispersed camping, boondocking, guerilla camping, frontcountry camping or otherwise, finding a free place to camp away from the crowds of developed campsites is one of the great privileges afforded by America’s vast public lands. As more…
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I’m not much of a planner. Though I love spending time in nature, it’s not in my style to always carefully plot out the trip ahead of time. Venturing out into the wilderness does require some degree of decision making—there…
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When we think about camping, there are so many things that are deemed important that we may not think about in day-to-day life. Things like access to water, sufficient fuel for camping, first-aid, etc. However, the one thing that remains…
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Whether you’re seeking the relaxation of nature or setting up a hub for a few days of hiking and mountain biking, your car camping sleep system ensures that you are enjoying better, more comfortable nights under the stars. Are you…
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