Happy New Year
Sunday December 31, 2006
I apologize for not having a list of resolutions this year because my final resolution last year was "not to make any resolutions that I won't keep." That being said, ... Read More
The Best and Worst Campground Reviews of 2006
Sunday December 31, 2006
Hundreds of campers sent in campground reviews this year, and I enjoyed reading all of them. The review form changed this year allowing you to rate the campground and to ... Read More
National Parks and Forests
Friday December 29, 2006
The National Parks and Forests are popular family travel destinations, not only for their camping opportunities, but also for their cultural and natural heritage. To help kids learn and better ... Read More
Outdoor Events
Thursday December 28, 2006
Quartzsite Sports, Vacation and RV Show - RVers mark your calendars for the 2007 show scheduled in Quartzsite, Arizona. This is the largest consumer attended RV event in the US. ... Read More
GSI Waffle Iron
Tuesday December 26, 2006
Product Review - This non-stick waffle iron from GSI Outdoors works great. It'll make 2 waffles in 6-8 minutes over a camp stove. It has locking handles that keep the ... Read More
Winter Scenes
Tuesday December 19, 2006
It's October 10, 1981. I'm working in Sequoia National Park. The weather is mild and the ground is dry as I go to bed, but a cold front is approaching. ... Read More
Snow Caving
Thursday December 14, 2006
David Erickson's Web site, Outdoors With Dave, is all about outdoor education. Currently featured is an article by his son John about building, piling and choosing a good location for ... Read More
Weber Baby Q Gas Grill
Sunday December 10, 2006
Camping Gear Review - Weber has a winner in the portable grill department. The Baby Q Gas Grill is made of quality materials, and it has a large cooking surface ... Read More
Rain Gear
Saturday December 9, 2006
Camping Gear Review - If you spend enough time camping, sooner or later you are going to encounter rain. Don't let it dampen your camping spirits. One of the best ... Read More
Leatherman Multi-Tools
Friday December 8, 2006
Camping Gear Review - Leatherman makes lots of multi-tools. I like their pocket sized Squire P4 (shown at left). It has an anodized aluminum exterior, weighs just 2 oz., and ... Read More
eGear 15 LED Dynamo Lantern
Thursday December 7, 2006
Camping Gear Review - The eGear 15 LED Dynamo is a compact and versatile rechargeable lantern. Like its predecessor, the eGear 12 LED Lantern, the Dynamo is cool to the ... Read More
Photon Micro-Lights
Tuesday December 5, 2006
Camping Gear Review - These personal LED flashlights are affordable, durable and reliable. Photon Micro-Lights come in several different models ranging in price from $7.95 to $19.95, which includes battery, ... Read More
Judy's Pepper, Beef and Beans
Monday December 4, 2006
Camping Recipe(s) of the WeekSimple and quick. Perfect for camping.
Judy's Pepper, Beef and Beans - a recipe from Judith Cavender. "I used to cook this regularly on camping trips. It ... Read More
Woodall's Directories
Saturday December 2, 2006
Holiday Gift Idea - Woodall's is offering lots of specials on their campground directories. Now is a good time to order the latest version of your favorite. These make great ... Read More
AirZone Osprey 4-Person Tent
Friday December 1, 2006
Holiday Gift Idea - AirZone Recreation has replaced rigid-pole tents with their innovative inflatable air-pole models. The technology is simple. Inflatable air-poles are zippered to the tent seams. An air-compressor ... Read More