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Bear Vault - Bear Resistant Food Canister Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Bear Vault bear resistant food storage canister offers the best weight to volume ratio of any bear canister on the market. And with its transparent polycarbonate housing , it is easy to see the...
Goal Zero “Nomad 7 Solar Panel” Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Goal Zero Nomad 7 portable solar charger is ideal for campers, backpackers and travelers who want to use the sun's energy to keep their small electronic devices charged.
Mountain Hardwear Wandrin 48 - Backpack Review Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Mountain Hardwear Wandrin 48 is one of the best backpacks for backpacking. This lightweight pack is designed for multi-night backcountry camping trips.
Osprey Aura 65 - Backpack Review Created: Sunday, March 31, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Osprey Aura 65 is one of the best backpacks for women. This lightweight backpacking backpack is designed for multi-night backcountry camping trips.
Nite Ize - Nite Dawg LED Dog Collar Created: Friday, March 29, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Nite Dawg LED Dog Collar by Nite Ize is designed to make your dog visible at night. The dog night light is integrated into the collar for easy viewing after dark and is useful for camping dogs.
SteriPEN “Freedom” Water Purification System Created: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
With its use of ultraviolet light, the SteriPEN water purification systems destroys bacteria that can cause serious illnesses. The Freedom is the newest and smallest portable water treatment system...
Safari Chef - Portable Camping Grill Review Created: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
CADAC Safari Chef is a versatile camping grill with five interchangeable cooking surfaces. Full guide review.
Coleman Instant Tent Created: Sunday, December 18, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Coleman Instant Tent is an ideal family camping tent for camping road trips. The Instant Tent is quick and easy to set-up.
REI Hobitat 4 Camping Tent Review Created: Saturday, December 17, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The REI Hobitat 4 is a spacious family camping tent for car camping with plenty of space and an optional storage garage. The camping tent is constructed well and is expected to last for many campin...
Easton Mountain Hat-Trick Camping Tent Review Created: Friday, December 09, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Easton Mountain Products Hat-Trick tent is a great mountaineering or camping tent that is extremely lightweight, yet spacious and comfortable.
Coleman Fold N Go InstaStart Grill Created: Monday, November 28, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
The Coleman Fold N Go InstaStart Grill is a compact portable grill. The camping barbecue burns hot and is great for cooking hot dogs and hamburgers at the campground.
Black Diamond Skylight - Camping Tent Created: Sunday, November 20, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
A review of the Black Diamond Skylight, three-Season camping tent. This tent is lightweight, durable and ready to got to your favorite alpine camps.
Freedom Tray Created: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Freedom Tray is useful around the campsite or even on the beach and other places where you don't have a table.
Montana Canvas Wall Tents Created: Thursday, November 25, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Review of Montana Canvas Wall Tents
ICON Rogue Dual Output LED Flashlights Created: Tuesday, May 11, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
These LED flashlights are bright and light, with low and high beams, and a nifty design. Read my review.
Kodiak 10x10 Deluxe Flex-Bow 6-Person Canvas Tent Created: Thursday, November 15, 2007 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Review of the Kodiak 10x10 Deluxe Flex-Bow 6-Person Canvas Tent
North Face Bedrock 3-Season Tent Created: Friday, October 25, 2002 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Review OFthe North Face Bedrock - a luxury 3-season family tent that is made of quality materials.
Paha Que' Pamo Valley Family Tent Created: Friday, October 25, 2002 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Review the Paha Que' Pamo Valley - a spacious family tent made of quality materials and ready for foul weather.
Camping, Simple and Cheap by Patrick J. Smith Created: Thursday, July 15, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Book review - Camping, Simple and Cheap is a great little book loaded with practical advice. A must-read for first-time campers.
Tanknanny Created: Monday, July 05, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Product review - Tanknanny - Transport Propane Safely
ThermaCELL Patio Lantern Created: Tuesday, June 15, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Product review - ThermaCELL Patio Lantern Mosquito Repellent.
Buying A New Camping Tent? Features of Camping Tents Created: Sunday, April 10, 2005 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Buying a new camping tent? Here are some tips that will help you look for features in camping tents that will let you enjoy the use of that tent for many years to come.
Should I stake my tent? Created: Wednesday, May 11, 2005 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Stake your tent to keep it from sliding around and possibly causing rips and tears in the floor.
Best Outdoor and Camping Apps - Campground Finder Apps Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
A list of the best apps for camping and the great outdoors including iPhone and Android camping apps.
Best Stocking Stuffers for Outdoors Aventurers – Gifts for Camping Created: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Are you looking for the perfect gift for your favorite camper or outdoors adventurer? There are a lot of great camping gifts on the market and we’ve selected our favorites for stocking stuffe...
Best Gifts for Campers Created: Sunday, November 20, 2011 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Find the best gifts for campers with About Camping's guide to camping gifts. Holiday gift ideas for campers and outdoors people.
Canvas Camping Tents Created: Wednesday, November 24, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Shopping for a new canvas tent? Product reviews and price comparisons of popular makes and models of canvas camping tents.
Family Camping Tents Created: Saturday, November 27, 2010 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Shopping for a new family tent? Product reviews and price comparisons of popular makes and models of family camping tents.
Outdoor Games and Toys Created: Sunday, June 08, 2008 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
Bring your own recreation to the campground with these outdoor games and toys.
Portable Grills Created: Friday, June 15, 2007 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
If you love to camp and cook outdoors, then you will appreciate a grill that is portable and does the job well. Whether you're looking for a grill to take camping, tail-gating, or picnicking, here ...
Your Favorite Android Camping and Outdoors Apps Created: Wednesday, May 08, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 08, 2013
Share your favorite camping apps and outdoors for android operating systems with other campers on this forum.
America's 10 Most Endangered Rivers Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The Colorado River tops the list of America's Most Endangered Rivers®, an annual report by American Rivers, which shines a national spotlight on excessive groundwater withdrawals by irrigation...