Florida camping by season: the wet and dry seasons, hurricane season dates, how far ahead state parks take reservations, and how to handle heat, insects, storms and alligators. Continue reading Florida Camping Seasons: When to Go and What to Expect
Camping Gear Care: Cleaning, Drying and Storing Tents and Sleeping Bags
Camping gear care made simple: how to clean, dry and store tents and sleeping bags, plus care routines for pads, stoves, coolers, lanterns, tarps and cookware. Continue reading Camping Gear Care: Cleaning, Drying and Storing Tents and Sleeping Bags
RV First Trip Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Common RV first-trip mistakes and how to avoid them: weight limits, tires, hitching, propane and carbon monoxide, setup, tanks, route planning and an overpacked schedule. Continue reading RV First Trip Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Camping With Dogs: A Practical First-Trip Guide
How to camp with a dog: choose a pet-friendly campground, prepare your dog, pack the right gear, manage leashes, heat, wildlife and nights in the tent, and leave no trace. Continue reading Camping With Dogs: A Practical First-Trip Guide
Leave No Trace for Campers: The 7 Principles in Practice
A practical guide to the seven Leave No Trace principles for campers: planning, durable surfaces, waste, leaving what you find, campfires, wildlife and courtesy. Continue reading Leave No Trace for Campers: The 7 Principles in Practice
Campsite Safety Basics: Wildlife, Weather and Carbon Monoxide
Campsite safety basics from federal agencies: store food to protect wildlife, know what to do near bears, avoid carbon monoxide, plan for lightning, and keep your group prepared. Continue reading Campsite Safety Basics: Wildlife, Weather and Carbon Monoxide
Campfire Safety: How to Build, Manage and Put Out a Campfire
Campfire safety for campers: check the rules, pick and prepare the site, keep the fire small, cook safely, and put it out with the drown, stir, drown, feel method. Continue reading Campfire Safety: How to Build, Manage and Put Out a Campfire
Camping in the Rain: How to Stay Dry, Warm and Safe
A practical guide to camping in the rain: pick a better pitch, set up a dry camp, keep gear and clothing dry, cook safely, and know when to leave because of lightning or flooding. Continue reading Camping in the Rain: How to Stay Dry, Warm and Safe
27 Cool Camping Gadgets to Take in the Wild
When that long-awaited camping trip finally pops up, make sure you add these cool camping gadgets and accessories to your packing list, and you’ll have the time of your life. From a groundbreaking portable stove to the ultimate tree tent,… Continue reading 27 Cool Camping Gadgets to Take in the Wild
Top 25 Premade Meal Ideas For A Camping Trip
Who really wants to spend their whole camping trip trying to whip up gourmet meals? At the same time, hot dogs on a stick and cans of beans get boring quick and won’t keep your family well fed for very… Continue reading Top 25 Premade Meal Ideas For A Camping Trip
How To Make Coffee While Camping
You may have to sacrifice flush toilets, daily showers, sleeping in a bed, or your access to wifi, but you should never, ever have to forgo your morning cup of joe. That’s why how to make a cup of coffee… Continue reading How To Make Coffee While Camping
20 Fun Camping Games for Kids and Adults
Camping games are a great way to get creative with family time and get everyone involved in the fun! There are plenty of classic and original camping games for kids and adults to enjoy. Here’s a selection of games to… Continue reading 20 Fun Camping Games for Kids and Adults