Hammock camping is when the traditional tent used for camping is swapped out for a hammock instead. It’s similar to cowboy camping, in that the hammock isn’t a covered piece of equipment and it mimics the positive effects of cowboy camping. Hammock camping, however, isn’t suited for all camping holidays due to the specific conditions…
Whether you’re a frequent camper, planning on getting into camping, or someone who camps at festivals or for other events, the chances are at some point you’ll have the pleasure of camping in the rain. Camping in the rain is very unappealing, as you’re much more exposed to it than you would be if you…
When you go camping, you want to make sure you can have the best experience you can possibly have. In a situation where you’re in the wilderness, every small decision you make can change your whole holiday. One of these decisions is deciding where to pitch your tent. Whether you’re going camping for leisure or…
Bed bugs are a nuisance that can make the areas they infest very uncomfortable. The truth of the matter is that bed bugs can infest anywhere indoors regardless of how clean your surroundings are. Whilst bed bugs can’t be picked up from camping, it’s certainly possible that they can make a home in your tent…
Canvas tents are popular for their durability and the protection that they provide from the weather. However, they can prove expensive sometimes – especially high-end ones. One of the worst things that can happen once you’ve bought an expensive or dream tent is to find a hole has appeared in it. Luckily, there are several…
A big part of camping is learning to be more resourceful and efficient. One thing you learn fairly quickly is that you need to make sure any and all space you are using to carry equipment is utilized fully. One way of making sure you’re using your carrying equipment to its full potential is by…
Camping is exhausting, not just physically but mentally too. Nothing beats getting to lie down after a long day of assembling tents, hiking and gathering equipment for a campfire. But what if you can’t sleep? No matter how much you reposition yourself, or your sleeping bag, you just can’t get comfortable? Luckily you aren’t alone,…
When camping, hiking or engaging in any outdoor activity, it’s always best to come prepared. Survival knives are multitools that are useful in a variety of different circumstances when camping. These circumstances can include construction, opening cans or packaging, cutting bandages, ropes or cloth, carving additional tools, preparing food or cutting wood. Different types of…
Camping in summer months is great due to the dry weather and the opportunity to get out and see more without the experience being spoiled by wind, rain or snow. A cool tent can be useful in a lot of different ways, including keeping your dog safe. However, one of the downsides to warm weather…
The buildup of dirt is inevitable when you use your camping equipment frequently. No matter how careful you are, mud will find its way into a tent, either through being walked in or during the process of setting the tent up. Damage to your tent can also occur from things you can’t control, such as…
