A camping cot can make all of the difference for getting a good night’s sleep in a tent. This is especially true if you have back problems or are a side sleeper. Camping cots also have other benefits, like giving you extra storage space, a place to sit, and helping with temperature regulation.
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Last summer, my family (two adults, a baby and a toddler) went on a 10-week camping trip. I really didn’t want to sleep on the ground for this entire time. I researched camping cots that can bunk and found the Disc-O-Bed. Here’s what we thought of the camping bunk beds and whether they are worth
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Camping in hot weather can be miserable without a fan (it’s a lot easier to deal with cold than heat when camping!). You’ve basically got five options for tent fans: using a normal portable fan at a campsite with an electrical outlet, USB-powered fans, rechargeable battery fans, battery-powered fans, and jobsite fans.
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A lot of popular campgrounds and National Parks need to be booked months in advance. And not all of us have the luxury of changing our vacation dates or plans. So, what do you do if a heat wave hits during your planned camping trip? Instead of canceling, here are some expert tips on how
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As a mom of two, I can tell you that hiking with toddlers or really little kids isn’t always easy. There are a lot of hurdles to overcome and your hikes are probably going to be a lot different than in your pre-parent days.
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If you toddler is doing any activity near open water, they need a life jacket. Period. Unfortunately, a lot of water activity operators (think kayak or canoe rentals) don’t have toddler-sized life jackets: you’ll have to bring your own.
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