Robin's Adventures In Camping Equipment

Cheap Family Vacations

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:15:38 PDT

By Steven GillmanThe real secret to cheap family vacations is to be opportunistic. When a friend offers you their cabin on the lake, say yes. Can you have as much fun at the cheaper, closer amusement park? Then that's where you need to be. Do the kids like the idea of cooking dinner over a campfire? Drive right on by that reastaurant. Find out what everyone really enjoys. It's sad to spend MORE

Camping on Catalina Island

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sun, 24 May 2009 12:14:16 PDT

By Laura EggersPreparing for a Catalina Island camping trip requires some careful planning and packing, as you won't have your car or RV with you.Since the Santa Catalina Island Conservancy owns most of Catalina, the natural beauty is well preserved, so you are in for a real treat.There are five campgrounds on the island, not counting the boat-in campsites. Most people arrive by ferry or private

Camping in Islamorada, Florida Keys Campgrounds

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:11:55 PDT

By Carlos AguaronCamping in Islamorada and the Florida Keys campgrounds in general is a wonderful experience that provides relaxation, and breathtaking views. Imagine setting up your tent or RV in one of the many campgrounds that offer waterfront sites and you will feel like you own a portion of this beautiful Caribbean place, enjoy snorkeling in the turquoise waters, take a short trip to the

BC Camping Guide For The Exciting Whistler Corridor Of Beautiful British Columbia

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 09:33:02 PDT

British Columbia is one of the best camping destinations North America has to offer. That being said, the Whistler corridor from Vancouver to Lillooet is the icing on the cake. This is where we offer our information as to what we found as we camped over the years.Welcome to the BC camping information site for the Whistler corridor.First, let's take a look at what we mean as the Whistler

Adirondack Campgrounds

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 18:00:29 PDT

By Richard ChapoThe Adirondacks are legendary amongst outdoor enthusiasts in the northeast. One of the best ways to experience them is through the plentiful campground facilities.Adirondack CampgroundsThe popular Adirondack mountain range is located in the northeastern part of New York. It runs through the Essex, Lewis, Clinton, Franklin, Hamilton, Fulton, Warren, Herkimer and Washington counties

62 or Older? Enjoy the Best Bargain in the USA!

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:07:29 PST

By Keith A. WilliamsIt's easy to understand the benefits of this pass. Simply stated, the benefits are free admission to many Federal recreational facilities and 50% discount on many other charges, including camping fees at U. S. Army Corps of Engineers (CoE) campgrounds! This makes it of great interest to many RVers!It's easy to become confused by this new pass; maybe this little bit of history

Beans Or No Beans in Your Chili Recipe

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:20:11 PST

By Jim WoolsChili with Beans? This is often a controversial topic. The mere thought of using beans in a chili dish brings up the ire of a lot of people. After all, chili is often referred to as Chili Con Carne (Chili with Meat) but rarely as Chili Con Frijoles (Chili with Beans). But just as there are chili recipes with no beans, there are just as many recipes that include beans that turn out

Planning Your Camping Food

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 13:09:34 PST

By Alison StevensCamping food for many people has come to mean granola, oatmeal, and more granola. Camping food can range anywhere from veggies or hot dogs – great for roasting over an open fire – to a steak-and-baked-potato dinner and one-pot meals. Freeze-dried camping food is great for hiking, backpacking, or camping meals because you don't have to keep it cold to avoid spoiling. Camping food

Family Camping Tents are bigger and better

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 12:15:01 PST

By Jake SwinglerBack when I was a kid what we considered a family camping tent was a huge military surplus tent that was big enough for 25 soldiers and their equipment. It was olive green, poorly ventilated and very hard to set-up and stake down. The Idea of a family camping trip was not so fun for adults back then. Over the years though many improvements have been made to the family camping tent

Winter Camping Tip

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:32:47 PST

Its that time of year again. I don't think I've ever done any winter camping myself.My son's have done a lot over the years, with the scouting program they were in. They always seemed to have a great time. I remember one long weekend in May a few years back.It was cold, snowy and miserable. We even had a layer of snow on our tents one morning.At least I can say the fishing was great, the weather

Family Camping Tents

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:36:16 PDT

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How To Cut Down The Cost Of Camping Equipment

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:14:03 PDT

By Jeff MarshallTent Camping is a wonderful out-of-the-ordinary experience which can be enjoyed by anyone. Unfortunately, one of the disadvantages of Tent Camping is the high initial cost of buying camping equipment. Sadly, this hurdle keeps some people from ever even going tent camping. The good news is this does not have to be the case at all. With a little planning and effort, you can buy

Portable Water Purification Systems

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 09:14:00 PDT

By Trent BarrettWater is a basic necessity of life. You simply cannot survive more than a few days without it. More than half your body weight is water. Every cell of your body uses it. Your body fluids, including blood, are mainly composed of water. As water travels throughout your body, it carries nutrients, oxygen and wastes to and from your cells. Many parts of your body, including your heart

Camping Green - How To Enjoy The Outdoors Enviro-Friendly

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:36:18 PDT

By Ben AntonFor some people, camping is a way to get back to nature while for others it means bringing out the big toys and having some fun. For the people who bring out the big motor home equipped with satellite television, cook tops, refrigerators and other neat gadgets, camping can leave a negative impact on the environment. For the people who wish to camp and do so while leaving the smallest

Will Gas Prices Stop Camping

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sat, 31 May 2008 09:01:34 PDT

By Brenda WilliamsGas prices continued to rise again today as oil hit record high today on the first day of a long weekend. There are millions of people traveling out to their cottages this weekend and with gas costs running high it's strange that not many people would rather stay in over paying high gas prices.The cost to have fun is becoming highly unmanageable for some and it could pose a

Camping - The Truck Bed Tent Camping!

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sat, 26 Apr 2008 13:56:00 PDT

By Abhishek AgarwalIf you are planning for great outdoors trip in a convenient,simple and inexpensive way, then it's better to consider a truck bed tent camping for this. This type of camping (truck bed tent camping) is a new concept of camping which allows very convenient way of vacationing outdoors. This truck bed tent camping has many benefits without letting any hindrances to come your way

Cold Weather Camping Tent - Feel Snug As A Bug In A Rug

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 09:15:59 PDT

By Abhishek AgarwalKeen on holidaying in Karakoram and the mighty Himalayas or other such snow-bound areas? Then you need the basic multi-layered clothing and camping kit to keep the chill at bay! This includes packing smart bedding and a sturdy cold weather camping tent of which the new-age, easy to assemble all-season Expedition tents are! It's your choice whether you buy or rent out a light,

RV Spring Preparation Checklist

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 13:58:24 PDT

By Mark PolkYour RV has been sitting idle over the winter. Now the early signs of spring are here and it's time to take it out of storage and prepare the coach and chassis for this years camping season. If you're like me, you want to have some type of logical sequence to follow rather then haphazardly checking the unit out. I made a simple checklist to use so that nothing is overlooked. I prefer

Winter Camping Meals

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:57:10 PST

By Nicole MunozCold weather camping is much more harsh on your body than camping in warmer seasons, so it is important to place extra attention on taking care of yourself by staying warm and eating the right foods. If you are camping in cold weather, you should allow yourself an additional 1,000 calories per day in your diet. Winter camping meals and snacks should be very high in carbohydrates to

Family Camping Tents

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 11:50:48 PDT

Many people might think choosing a family camping tent is a difficult process. I am telling you that it doesn't have to be a difficult process. I recommend going to the camping supply store armed with what you are looking for to simplify the process. There are several steps to take to help narrow it down before you start looking.First, decide weather you will be backpacking, weekend camping, or

Camping Vacation Fun

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 11:28:40 PST

By Robert J. CarltonYou will find that when it comes to camping, you don’t just want to sleep in an tent, but you will want to get a commercial RV and use the commercial campgrounds as an alternative camping experience. You will want to make sure that you think about the alternative camping ways to the sleeping tent. You will want to make sure that you think about some of the basic tips to

Glamping Is Camping With A Twist

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 11:31:11 PST

Have you been out glamping lately? I know I sure won't be anytime soon.Who wouldn't like to be pampered while camping? At least once.Having a camp butler to build my fire, cook my s’mores. A maid to look after my down filled comforter, a chef to prepare my fit for a king breakfast.I think I'll stop dreaming and wake up to reality. At a cost of only $595 a night, plus $110 per person I'll keep

Camping Safety Tips: Part 2

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 11:32:48 PST

Camping Safety Tips: Part 2 – Camp Fires, Wild Animals, Dangerous Activitiesby: Mike FosterCamping provides a great temporary escape from the stresses and dangers of suburban and urban life. However, the camping experience is fraught with its own set of dangers. The wise camper must take these into account and prepare in advance how to make safety in the woods a high priority and counter the

Camping Safety Tips

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Sun, 05 Aug 2007 13:27:45 PDT

Camping Safety Tips: Part 1 – Food, Water, Ticksby: Mike FosterCamping out in the woods can be one of the most gratifying experiences available for those who stress over the hustle and bustle of daily life in or near a city. The dangers of contemporary lifestyles and environments can themselves drive people to the slow pace of the woods. Crime, careless drivers, pollution, identify theft. Who

White Water Rafting For Beginners

noreply@blogger.com (Robin) — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 14:39:06 PDT

5 Rafting Trips For Families And Beginnersby: Shari HearnWhitewater rafting can be fun and exhilarating. It can also be scary and dangerous if you venture out by yourself in an area that's rated way above your experience level. But, are there rafting trips which offer fun and excitement, but still mild enough for beginners and children? Absolutely. Here are a few you might consider.1. Little Gore