Tarp shelters can do a great job of protecting you from the elements so you have a nice night’s sleep – but only if you tie the tarp out correctly. Below, I’ll go over the methods you can use to tie the tarp ridgeline and guylines, what to do if a grommet or loop breaks, […]
How to Tie Out a Tarp (Step-by-Step with Pictures) Read More »
Most people lace their hiking boots with the “criss cross” method. It’s quick, easy to tighten, and works well enough for all foot types. But there are actually a lot of different ways to lace hiking boots – and some of them have a lot of benefits for solving foot issues like heel blisters, pinched
How to Lace Hiking Boots: 15 Different Methods for Solving Foot Issues Read More »
My older daughter is 13 now. By some miracle of adolescence, we still get along. But she is at an age where camping is a LOT more fun if she can bring a friend.
12 Tips for Taking Someone Else’s Kid Camping or Backpacking Read More »
If you are camping at a paid campground, the campsites are probably nice and level. But, if you are wild camping or backpacking, you’ll quickly realize how difficult it can be to find level ground for pitching your tent.
How to Camp on Uneven Ground: Tips That Actually Work Read More »
I honestly don’t wash my hands often when camping. A bit of alcohol hand gel after going to the bathroom and that’s it. But then there are moments when I know I’ve been touching nasty stuff all day (my kids touch nasty stuff too but my hands usually end up worse than theirs :)). For
DIY Camp Sink/Hand Washing Station (Designs + Instructions) Read More »
Considering how much useless stuff they make for pregnancy and new parents, there surprisingly aren’t too many options for jackets. Especially if you are outdoorsy and want to do something like backpack while pregnant, hike with your baby or take your baby outdoors in cold weather.
Pregnancy and Babywearing Jackets for Hiking or Cold Weather? 3 Good Options Read More »