7 Camping Tent Kitchen Accessories I’d Never Camp Without

Camping is a fun outdoor activity. You are going to be in the fresh air and active each day. Healthy, tasty meals are essential for your fun and energy levels. Preparation can be much easier with a well designed camping tent kitchen and the right kitchen accessories. When you are camping in tents, preparing meals […]
12V Portable Camping Fridge Coolers

A cold beer is one of the joys of a family camping trip. 12V Portable Camping Fridge Coolers provide the ultimate in freedom from ice chest coolers. There is no need for ice – so all of the space in the cooler is available for your food and drink. Unlike thermoelectric coolers, fridge coolers can […]
How to Make Tent Camping Even More Comfortable?

Family camping tents have improved dramatically over the last few years. No longer is tent camping a case of roughing it with minimalist comfort and of the luxuries enjoyed by the RV crowd. With a little knowledge you can make the experience even better. How to Make Tent Camping More Comfortable? To Make Tent Camping […]
How to Get Fresh Water While Camping

Fresh water is the most important thing you need to have on a family camping trip. Trouble is, family camping can consume a lot of water very quickly. The most you are likely to carry with you is a filled 5-gallon drinking water container. Even that takes up quite a lot of space which could […]
Art and camping

For the art lovers among us, a camping holiday can be the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time painting and drawing. Knowing what kit to take with you can be a real challenge. In this article from my Wife, Jo, she takes a close look at the joy of art while you are on […]
Similarities in Camping and Hiking

Our article on the differences between camping and hiking is, much to our surprise, one of the most popular articles on the whole web site. In this article, I want to turn things around and look at the Similarities in Camping and Hiking. If you have read many of our articles, you will know the […]
Where to Go Tent Camping: A Coast to Coast Adventure

Where to go tent camping is a question that crops up frequently. In reality, as seen in the article below, you can just set out and camp where your feet, truck or car take you. The guys in the story below each took their own light weight tent. You can do the same thing with […]
Will a Hairdryer Drain a Car Battery While Camping?

Will a Hairdryer Drain a Car Battery While Camping? Getting your hair dry while camping is a challenge. Your standard home, handheld hairdryer will be rated at 1200-1600W. For a 12V car battery that will draw 100-130Amps – roughly the same current it takes to start a small car like a Toyota Corolla or a […]
Is It Safe To Have Electricity in My Tent

It is completely safe to have electricity in your tent provided you follow a few, simple safety precautions. A 2018 report showed that there were 5000 cases of electrocution in the US. Just 200 of these were in the home. None were from people camping in tents. We are assuming that by electricity we mean […]
What To Do About Mosquitoes When Tent Camping | 3 Proven Methods

Mosquitoes can, literally, be a pain when camping. Knowing what to do about mosquitoes when tent camping is essential knowledge to ensure you enjoy your trip no matter where in the US you are camping. Dealing with mosquitoes falls into 3 interlocking approaches: Prevent them from getting access to you and your tent Keep them […]
How to Get Started With Photography When Camping

Camping is a fantastic opportunity to get started with photography. You will have a wealth of subjects, events and scenery that you simply have to record for later enjoyment. No matter what your experience level, we have got some tips and ideas in the this article to help you get started with your own camping […]
Are Double Sleeping Bags Good to Sleep in When Camping?

Double sleeping bags can be good to sleep in. They enable you to sleep close to your partner – much as you might do at home. Double sleeping bags : are warm enable you to easily share your body heat with your partner can be small, lightweight and easy to carry. When you first go […]
How Do You Dry Your Hair While Camping?

If you have long hair, knowing how to get your hair dry while camping is a big deal. If you have spent time researching the question, you will have come across lots of suggestions about not washing your hair, or to use dry shampoos. That is all good information but pretty much misses the point. […]
What is Best for 2 People to Sleep on While Camping

If you have taken a look at our ‘about us’ page, you know that this website is all about family camping, in tents, in lots of comfort. Nowhere is this more important than ensuring you have a sleeping system that ensures that you can sleep as comfortably as when you are at home. Our choice […]