What is the Difference Between Hiking and Camping

Hiker carrying camping gear on his back

Hiking and camping are very tightly related. Hiking is a long, vigorous walk, usually on trails or footpaths in the countryside. “Hiking” is the preferred term in Canada and the United States; the term “walking” is used in these regions for shorter, particularly urban walks. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hiking Camping is the process of sleeping in the outdoors […]

Go Anywhere – Ultimate Guide to Camping With Kids

Happy Children Camping and cooking smores on campfire

Life with kids can get overwhelming–the daily routine, the afterschool events, the daily bickering and complaining about homework or chores can get to be too much.  Camping is a great way to escape the stress of modern life.  But if you’ve never camped before, it can seem daunting.   The good news? It’s actually easy to […]

7 Ways to Make Great Coffee While Camping

Coffee Pot Over Campfire in front of tent

How To Make Great Coffee While Camping The ability to make great coffee while camping is a make or break decision point for many. Many of us hear the daily call for a cup of coffee. Whether it be a morning ritual or just a means to get through the day, that daily cup of […]

Do I Need a Tarp When Tent Camping?

Looking out over a lake from underneath a camping tarp

Most family camping tents include waterproof tub floors and rain flies so it’s fair to ask, “Do I need a Tarp When Tent Camping”. The short answer is no, you don’t need a tarp. The longer, and better answer is that a tarp is one of the most useful bits of kit you can take […]