When taking a hike there are certain factors of your footwear you should take into account. First and foremost, make sure your boots actually feet your feet! If the back of your heel rises when walking it is likely that the boot is too big. Hiking boots that are too big could lead to blisters, [...]
The quality of your sleeping bag and ground pad is going to make the difference between hardly being able to get up because of soreness and having the good feeling of a great night’s sleep, particularly if you are above the age of forty.
Backpackers must consider weight as well as quality. Down bags are very [...]
Where you set out the picnic can have an effect on how much you enjoy the day. You want a place where you can spread out and everyone can enjoy themselves, but the first open spot might not be the optimal location. Two important factors to consider are the time of day and the surroundings.
If [...]
When planning an outdoor activity the fear of someone wondering off and getting lost is usually in the back of the mind. One may think that it can be easily overcome by just keeping watch over individuals. This is not always the most piratical approach. By practicing some simple techniques your next outdoor activity can [...]
So you’ve decided to take up hiking, picked up gear, and are getting ready to go. What should you wear? Hopefully you’ve picked up and broken in a good pair of hiking boots over the past few weeks. Even if you don’t intend to hike seriously, boots provide better ankle support and traction when on [...]
That’s right, especially in today’s economy you can make your money go longer and farther when planning out your next camping trip. Read our latest article to learn some tips and tricks to get the most out of your money when going hiking or to the outdoors:
Save Money When Hiking or Camping
It is fun to go camping and there are ways to make your camping experience more enjoyable. It is a good idea to bring games from home that can be played by all campers. Examples of these types of games would be with cards or the classic “I spy.” Some other games that can be [...]
My friend and I took a camping trip last year and had a wonderful experience. Since it was our first time camping-out on our own we had to purchase camping equipment. After a lot of research, we found the perfect tent. While you do not spend much time in the tent, you need to make [...]
If you look into the backpack of any serious camper you will see either a spool of rope or a bundle of bungee cords – and in some cases, both. But what material works better when securing tents, tarps and other material around the campsite? The answer is – both! Rope has many great uses, [...]