You may be planning a once in a lifetime trip, a couple of days in the country or a day trip. Whichever it is, it’s useful to master the art of rucksack packing. You can fit a lot into a rucksack so it’s important to have some order in the contents. Items which you may need during the day should be at the top, and the whole rucksack should be packed with comfort in mind. … Continue reading
An excellent way to do something other than the regular routine of your life like working, going to school, eating & sleeping is to go camping. It affords the opportunity to connect with nature in a way that the majority of us simply are not able to do on a daily basis. How to choose the perfect camping location? Before you can pick an actual camping site, you first have to do research on campgrounds … Continue reading
More and more people cut back on vacationing abroad during slow economic times. Many of these people find a great (and inexpensive) alternative closer to home in camping. If you don’t mind reconnecting with nature, then you should consider a camping trip for your next vacation. Camping Safety Camping can be great fun, but the basics are often overlooked. Follow these six essential camping tips and you’re off to a great start! Do not leave … Continue reading
Viewed from the outside the Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico are not much to look at and consist of a few gray rock formations and a little scrub brush covering a less than impressive cliff. But, inside this is one of the most extraordinary landscapes anywhere on Earth and, with over 100 limestone caves for you to explore, you could wander through the caves for years and not see the same thing twice. If you … Continue reading
Shenandoah National Park is a marvel of nature with outstanding surprises and amazing opportunities hiding around every bend. Here you will enter a world of scenic natural beauty and old-fashioned charm that you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else in the United States. Located a mere 75 minutes from Washington, DC, Shenandoah National reflects such an antithesis of the hurried lifestyle of our nation’s capital that it almost seems impossible that these two … Continue reading
Camping can be a fun filled pursuit. Enjoyable camping trips undertaken at a young age remain etched in the memory for a long, long time. There is no age for undertaking camping trips though. Such trips can be planned at any time as per convenience. Such trips may also be arranged in small or large groups as desired. Arranged outdoors and far away from modern habitations, such trips help create a special bond with the … Continue reading
For many people, the African continent has a special draw and attraction that no other location on earth can compete with. The sights and sounds, smells and wonders of the various regions of this amazing land can often be experienced and enjoyed through African safari tours. Such safaris allow people to experience the real Africa in a way that is just not possible by watching a video or looking at photographs. Even the very best … Continue reading
Some camping purists say you’re not really camping at all unless you use a tent. A hybrid camping trailer or caravan simply doesn’t count. In fact a hybrid camping trailer could in many ways be a better choice for you, especially if you have a family. A camping trailer can usually accommodate more people more comfortably than standard tent, and will also offer far more storage. Although all of the main tent components are stored … Continue reading
Hiking is an adventure sport that requires serious preparation for safety and care. Many people love hiking, not only because it provides exercise and satisfaction, but also because it involves a feeling of freedom and one-ness with nature; hiking is one of the best ways to experience nature and the outdoors. Until recently, hiking was done with the help of indigenous ways of orientation, and with the help of local guides who knew how to … Continue reading
Camping equipment is a broad word that applies to camping supplies required during camping trips. Coleman camping equipment refers to an extremely well-known and reliable brand of camping gear. Coleman camping stoves are available for many types of fuel sources and some may use more than one type. Some camping stoves burn propane, some gasoline, some butane and some a propane, butane mix. Camping stoves should be light and robust and fuel efficient. Stoves such … Continue reading
