Have a case of wanderlust? It’s time for a hike! Prepare for hiking season with my essential hiking packing list—a comprehensive guide for beginner hikers. Use this list for a safe and enjoyable hike wherever you may wander. Tolkien famously said, “Not all who wander are lost.” An amble into nature can do wonders for …
Road Trip Essentials for the Whole Family
Before taking off on your next adventure, ensure you have the essentials down! I have all the road trip essentials you’ll need to keep the whole family happy until the very end of your trip. Learn important car checks and essential packing items to ensure an amazing drive, no matter where the road takes you. …
One-Pot Camping Meals: 10 Camping-Friendly Recipes
Leave the kitchen at home with these one-pot camping meals. Each one of these camping-friendly recipes is quick and easy to make (and super tasty!). Feed yourself and the whole camping crew with these one-pot camping meal recipes! When you’re camping, every item counts! With limited trunk space and the potential task of hiking to …
19 Space Saving Camping Organization Ideas
Have you ever had to squeeze the last bit of your camping gear into your car? Had barely enough room in the backseat for the kids or the dog? If you struggle with getting your packing gear to fit or can never find anything when you need it the most, it may be time to …
Nature Calls! Best Viewpoints in Vancouver for Nature Lovers
Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Vancouver always has something new in store and adventure around every corner. It’s a nature lover’s paradise! Here are some of the best viewpoints in Vancouver for those with the outdoors on the mind! There’s a reason people call Vancouver one of Canada’s most beautiful destinations. It’s rare …
Halloween Camping Ideas to Set a Spooky Mood
If you plan a camping trip near the end of October, make sure to set the spooky mood! It’s easy to feel eerie and festive while out in the woods, especially when incorporating some of these Halloween camping ideas into your plans! I love camping in the fall. The busy season has come to a …
Herbs that Keep Mosquitoes Away (Must-Try Camping Hack!)
Don’t let mosquitoes ruin another beautiful night under the stars. This simple camping hack shows you how to burn herbs that keep mosquitoes away naturally. You should be able to enjoy your peaceful night mosquito-free! I despise mosquitoes. And I know I’m not alone in that not-so-hot take. Mosquitoes have a nasty habit of ruining …
High-Protein Oatmeal Recipe for Camping
Ditch the instant pouches or the plain and boring oats. Add pizazz to your camping oatmeal with mashed bananas, zesty turmeric, chocolate protein powder, fresh blueberries, and more. This is the ultimate high-protein oatmeal recipe, perfect for campers! I don’t know about you, but breakfast tends to be at the bottom of my priorities while …
Stay Warm With These 15 Winter Camping Tips
Winter camping isn’t as hard as you may think! When you come in prepared, it can be easy to stay warm while camping so you can enjoy the quiet of the off-season. Here are some of my tried and true winter camping tips so you never catch a chill! If you’ve never tried cold weather …
26 of the Best Vancouver Camping Spots (No-Ferry Required!)
Nestled between mountains and the ocean, the Vancouver area is home to many wonderful campsites for all campers. Whether you’re looking to tent for a couple of days on the weekend or want to hunker down in your 5th wheel for a month, there’s an amazing campsite waiting for you. Find some of the best …
Harrison Lake Camping Review: Bear Creek
Not quite a provincial park and not quite a private campground, Harrison Lake camping is one of those hidden gems for campers in the lower mainland. Here’s everything you need to know about reserving a site, what to expect when you get there, and if it’s worth booking! Do you remember how hard it was …
25 Inventive Dollar Store Camping Hacks
When you’re camping on a budget, the dollar store has plenty of amazing products you can bring with you on your trip to the great outdoors. This list covers some of the best products you can find as well as the best dollar store camping hacks you may not have thought of! The dollar store …
