If you’re going camping, the mosquitoes will be there right alongside you. Do your best to prevent bug bites while chilling out at the campsite with these homemade outdoor citronella candles. Once upon a time, I bought a pack of cheap citronella candles. And boy, did they ever STINK! I put them in a bin …
The Best Firewood for Camping (And How Much You Actually Need)
If you want to have the best campfire, you’re going to need the right wood! Today I’m talking about the best firewood for camping so you can have little smoke, lots of heat, and a slow burn. Camping just wouldn’t be the same without sitting around the campfire. You just haven’t camped if you haven’t …
Lemon and Pine Biodegradable Dish Soap Recipe for Camping
Nobody wants to do dishes while camping, but it’s got to be done! While we’re enjoying the great outdoors, we want to treat it with as much respect as possible. This means making sure we’re leaving as small of a footprint as we can. Biodegradable dish soap is a good place to start! Over on …
How to Care for Camping Cookware
Eating in the great outdoors is certainly a unique treat. Cooking utensils are a very important (and sometimes annoying) part of camping. If you want them to last until next season, you will have to know how to care for camping cookware. If you’re just starting out, chances are your cookware is nothing fancy. I …
Camping First Aid Kit Must-Haves
Sometimes cuts and scrapes can become a part of the camping experience. Bummer! Though most camping injuries are minor and do not require emergency medical attention, it is important to keep your camping first aid kit stocked with the right essentials so that you can keep wounds clean and dry and avoid infection. The number …
How To Avoid Common Camping Mistakes
As a new camper, mistakes are unavoidable. Any new hobby or experience always includes a learning curve. The trick is to make it a nice low arc rather than a steep incline! Avoid common camping mistakes with this list of tips. 6 Common Camping Mistakes The biggest camping mistakes people make include getting lost, getting …
Plants to Avoid Completely When Camping
Hiking and camping are fun and educational, but not all greenery people encounter is especially friendly or welcoming. Some plants have certain characteristics that are not exactly compatible with human skin or human digestion. Let’s break down some plants to avoid on your next camping trip. Know Before You Go Before you head out camping, …
How to Waterproof a Tent
Before you head out camping, do you check the weather? I bet the answer is yes! We always cross our fingers and wish for sun, but we’re not always that lucky. In the event that there are rain clouds in the forecast, make sure you follow these steps on how to waterproof your tent beforehand. …
How to Practice Bear Safety While Camping
Thinking about camping in bear country? Don’t worry one bit! By being a smart camper, you can avoid bears and bears will avoid you. Follow these bear safety rules while camping to keep you and the bears safe. Seeing a bear in the great outdoors is nothing short of magnificent. I am very guilty of …
Cheap Camping Supplies: How to Camp on a Budget
Camping is on the rise! Many people are taking up camping as a hobby as it is an affordable way to get away and destress. Getting all the right equipment for camping does cost a few bills, however. Here is how to camp on a budget if you’re just getting started. Camping can be one …
Camping Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules of Being a Good Camper
While camping is a wonderful way to get away from the busy schedule of city living, it doesn’t mean that we can leave our manners behind as well. These camping etiquette tips will help you fit right into your campground so you, and everyone around you, can have a great time outdoors. As a seasoned …
Camping Necessities for a Successful Camping Trip
There is nothing like camping to get upfront and personal with nature, but if you haven’t camped before, you will need a list of what to take on a camping trip. Today, let me break down all the camping necessities you will need for a successful camping trip. While camping is stripping down and reconnecting …