There are lots of reasons people go hiking. Some plan a hiking trip to take in the beauty and peace of nature, for the adventure, the experience, or the fauna and flora, while others do it just to have fun. Whatever your reason for hiking, the one thing that should always remain of paramount importance is hiking safety. Apart from making sure that the weather is ideal for hiking the trail you’ve chosen, you need to always remember to … Continue reading
If you’re new to hiking, then making an effort to learn as much as you can about your new hobby is the best thing that you can do when getting started. Before booking an actual guided hiking trip or calling your friends to join you, it won’t hurt to understand the basics that all hikers use all the time in order do survive and have fun. Here is a brief list. The first point to note is to never … Continue reading
Aside from making sure that the weather is ideal for hiking and the trail is set, hikers should always remember to pack the right hiking gear. Not only will it make their hiking trip more fun, it will also make it safer. If you’re clueless when it comes to hiking gear, here are some of the things that you shouldn’t leave home without. Start with basic gear. Always pack food and water stored in spill-proof containers. Carry additional clothing … Continue reading
RV camping is a rewarding and fun experience, especially if you choose your RV campsites well. A good RV campsite that provides top quality amenities can lift your RV experience from ordinary to spectacular! Some of the things to expect in a RV campsite can include: 20/30/50 amps power cable TV hot showers dumping station wifi/internet access laundry grocery store pull-through parking pets allowed handicap access outdoor kitchen grills rec center flush toilets hiking fishing … Continue reading
Custom made Limmer hiking boots are American made, traditional style hiking boots for outdoor adventurers. Why Are Limmer Boots Special? Peter Limmer Sr. arrived in the USA in 1925 bringing with him his traditional craftsmanship. The Limmers’ great reputation is based on just one thing – this hiking boot which is made from one single piece of leather and has only one seam. Although it is an expensive and time-consuming way to create a hiking … Continue reading
Camping was previously done with tents which make you vulnerable to different weather conditions. Tiring of that, some people opted to rent cabins in select locations instead. Out of the elements, true, but you were still away from home without the creature comforts you were used to. Today, people rent RVs to vacation in, they bring the best of two worlds together when they visit the right camping sites. If you want to give your … Continue reading
Long time campers know that costs can quickly mount up when purchasing camping gear. Durable equipment is a must, because you want this purchase to last a long time. Food and other more expendable supplies, on the other hand, are a recurring cost because they have to be bought over and over again. If you can save on the cost of supplies, it will earn you more money for more trips. Make a list of … Continue reading
Many campers who already have children think that they can no longer enjoy their favorite hobby. This is simply not true. Camping with kids can be even more enjoyable than before, especially when you introduce your love of nature to your children, and see their eyes light up with all the fun they will have. The age of your child is a big factor when deciding whether it is time for you to take them … Continue reading
Although it is something that most people will never try, snow camping offers an exciting experience and different activities to camping in summer. You should be aware, however, of some definite ‘must haves’ to take along on your snow camping trip. The list presented here is meant, for the most part, for those first time campers who want to try snow camping. Generally speaking, this camping equipment can be carried in one pack. You need … Continue reading
Camping guides previously tended to be written only by those with military experience, and often were too technical for the average camper. Today’s camping guides usually take a more friendly approach, and now provide for the wider range of interests of the average camper. There are several genres of camping guides available, covering most of the specialist concerns of today’s campers. One genre is the total guide. These camping guides are the next generation of … Continue reading
