Camping Buying Guides

Choose a backpack based on your activity (e.g., hiking, camping), ensuring it’s comfortable, durable, and well-organized.

Choose gear wisely for outdoor activities; well-known brands aren’t always best. Research ownership, read reviews, seek niche brands, and look for high-end products. Shop smart to save money.

Plan wisely, invest in quality multiuse gear, prep meals in advance, use public transport, and consider wild camping to save money on your adventure.

Prepare well, stay flexible, and enjoy the journey—each step is a unique opportunity.

Keep your campsite clean, store food securely, know bear species differences, and stay calm if you encounter a bear—never turn your back.

Pop-up campers offer affordability, comfort, and storage ease for extended stays, while rooftop tents provide quick setup and mobility for spontaneous adventures. Choose based on your camping style: stationary comfort vs. on-the-go flexibility.

Uncovering untouched camping in the PNW requires a 4×4 vehicle, topographical maps, and Leave No Trace principles; timing trips wisely and seeking less-traveled paths is essential for avoiding crowds and preserving nature.

Boating and camping in Tennessee offers tranquility and excitement with diverse lakes for activities like fishing and hiking; ensure boat registration, safety gear, and permits are in order for a memorable, safe adventure.

Use essential camping accessories like sunglasses straps, protective gear, organizers, multitools, and first aid kits for a safer, more enjoyable trip.

Camping offers a perfect escape to connect with nature, enjoy simple pleasures like card games and drawing, get creative with photography and sketching, delve into nature with bird watching and plant identification, savor campfire cooking, practice mindfulness, and explore local attractions. Happy camping!