David's Camping Blog October 2007 Archive

Portable Power
People may go camping to escape the routines of city life, but more and more of that city life is coming along on backpacking, camping and hiking trips than ever ... Read More

Tuesday October 30, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

Peanut Butter Fudge Cup
Camping Recipe of the WeekGreat recipe for camping and/or last minute treats to have with coffee. Peanut Butter Fudge Cup - a recipe from Pat Marion."My wife was furious with me ... Read More

Monday October 29, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Which sleeper are you?
I enjoy sleeping at the campground, because it is away from the noise and distractions of daily life. And since there is no computer, TV, telephone or refrigerator, what else ... Read More

Friday October 26, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

How To Purify Water
If you use nature's water when camping, then you need to purify it by killing any microorganisms, like Giardia or cryptosporidium, which can cause diarrhea, cramps, or other health problems. ... Read More

Thursday October 25, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

eGear K2 Grenade LED Lantern
Camping Gear Review - The eGear K2 Grenade LED Lantern is extremely bright for its small size. The Grenade uses a K2 Luxeon LED that puts out 85 lumens, and ... Read More

Tuesday October 23, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Larry's Soup
Camping Recipe of the WeekAn easy one-pot meal that you can make on a camp stove or in a Dutch oven. Larry's Soup - a recipe from Brian."Everyone seems to love ... Read More

Monday October 22, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Are You a Novice Camper or a Veteran?
I've been tent camping since I was 11. That was a long time ago, and I still take several camping trips every year. How many years have you been camping?1.) less ... Read More

Friday October 19, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Fall Foliage Reports
Mother Nature puts on a color show every fall, and it's free. So why not enjoy it? Late fall is a great time to go camping. The leaves may have ... Read More

Thursday October 18, 2007 | permalink | comments (2)

Grilliput
Camping Gear Review - The Grilliput is a stainless steel grill that stores compactly so that you can take it just about anywhere. Big enough (9 in x 10 in) ... Read More

Tuesday October 16, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Chicken Surprise
Camping Recipe of the WeekLooking for a simple recipe with quick clean up? Try this foil-wrapped dish that you can prepare over a campfire or on the grill. Chicken Surprise - ... Read More

Monday October 15, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Camping Gear Survey
What items do you consider necessary to take on a basic camping trip? Imagine that it's your first camping trip, and you want to make sure that you have the ... Read More

Friday October 12, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Spork
Camping Gear Review - The Spork is an innovative combination of spoon, fork and knife in one utensil. This tool is practical in many ways. It is durable, heat resistant, ... Read More

Thursday October 11, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

The Road Less Traveled
One of the joys of camping is the lack of urgency. There is plenty of time to relax and do things at your own pace. That includes the time you ... Read More

Tuesday October 9, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Cuban Pork
Camping Recipe of the WeekHere's an easy recipe for the Dutch oven. Cuban Pork - a recipe from Tere. "This is a true Taino Indian recipe from Cuba, which belonged to ... Read More

Monday October 8, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Fall Camping Poll
The weather is getting cooler up north, and many campers have already stored their gear. Non-snowbirds are making plans to winterize their RVs. Yet many campers find this time of ... Read More

Friday October 5, 2007 | permalink | comments (5)

Who's got the best deals on camping gear?
You'll have a hard time beating Wal-Mart's prices. I've surfed the Web searching for camping gear deals and comparing prices. If Wal-Mart sells an item, it's invariably cheaper than everyone ... Read More

Thursday October 4, 2007 | permalink | comments (3)

eGear XT-130 Polymer K2 Tactical Torch
Camping Gear Review - The eGear XT-130 is extraordinary. This torch uses a single Luxeon LED that is the brightest light I have ever seen. It is lightweight, rugged and ... Read More

Tuesday October 2, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Sweety Dogs
Camping Recipe of the WeekThese can be cooked at home in the oven or in foil on the grill. Sweety Dogs - a recipe from Rebecca Hill. "I got this recipe ... Read More

Monday October 1, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)