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Six Games I Want to Take Camping This Year

Another day with temperatures below 0 degrees Fahrenheit has me dreaming of six games I want to take camping this season. While I enjoy camping, another hobby I have is board gaming. What is a better way to pass the time than playing a board game, and why can’t we enjoy board games outside? Well, … Continue reading

Canister Stoves for Camping

Food is always on my mind when prepping for camping. The minute I start planning a trip, it’s usually “mmm, what are we going to eat?!” With food being such a big part of the experience making sure you are able to make it is pretty important! My favorite way to cook our food while … Continue reading

Get Your Gear Ready For Spring

Ahhh, spring is in the air! The itch to get back on the trail is definitely getting stronger, and while, there is still snow on the ground, there are a few things to get gear ready for the year. Here are four pieces of gear I look over every spring: pack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, … Continue reading

Planning a Camping Trip

If you’re reading this chances are you love camping, and would like to go on as many camping trips as possible. Life is busy, so to fit in a camping trip it helps to plan! As much as I love the idea of an impromptu trip to the forest, I know that for me it … Continue reading

5 Camping Hacks for Adults

Here are 5 camping hacks for adults that can help you optimize your fun and relaxation in the woods. Carry your shampoo and body wash on a lanyard – finding a place to keep your shampoo and body wash at a camp shower or in a body of water isn’t always the easiest thing to … Continue reading

Kids Camping – Tips and Tricks

When you are camping with kids there are some things that make it much easier. Here are some tips and tricks to help keep everyone comfortable and safe in the woods. Bring Water Guns – Having water guns not only are a form of the game tag or many other games. It also helps in … Continue reading