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Tips on Buying Folding Campers

Nov-25-2008 By travel

Folding campers are classified as recreational vehicles that can be towed. The interior is made of fabric roofs and walls suitable for camping nights or short stays. They are also known as tent campers or popup campers. The exteriors are usually made of canvas or fiberglass. The best folding campers are spacious and fully-furnished. The best manufacturers are Palomino, Pennine, RV-n- motorhomes and Conway.

Folding campers are sleep-off-the-ground recreational vehicles. They are more luxurious than tents but cheaper than caravans. They are towable by car, truck or SUV. They weigh less and need no special side view mirrors. However they are not so perfect for windy and stormy weather.

Folding campers at a glimpse: One must have a big car to tow it. Consider noseweight and towing capacity. Tow weight must be… Continue reading

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The camping tent is one of man’s best achievements. Not only is it simple but effective shelter it also is portable and durable. Shelters of this sort (with supportive frames and a fabric) date back centuries. This earlier version of a tent was used by groups like the Romans, the Greeks, the Persians, and so on; as it was effective and could be dismantled and set up quickly.

Romans and other forces mainly included camping equipment in their travels at wartime. Their camping gear though was nothing compared to what ours is today. It usually involved a large sheet of fabric along with support frames. Although these frames were often times just made on the spot where they were.

Once they established a border and a ground to camp; they would… Continue reading

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Our life is comparable to that of a gypsy traversing every nook and crevice of the Earth. Traveling has always been a wonderful experience to us. It gives us complete control of ourselves and appreciation for the beautiful places and wonderful culture all around us. Long drives, camping and beach trip to nearby cities alone or with friends and family compose my weekend plans if my time and resources don’t allow me to travel that far.

These activities have always been successful and don’t necessarily cost that much as long that we plan ahead of time and buy things that could last until our next adventure. Aside from my music player and digital camera which are always must-haves in any of my trips, my sturdy Coleman coolers will definitely be on… Continue reading

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Basic Camping Gear For the Family

Nov-25-2008 By travel

Camping with family is the best way to tighten your bond with them. Not only can your kids learn a lot about nature tripping, you can also build up memories from this and your kids will surely remember the fun they have experienced on this trip. But if it’s your first time to experience such adventure, you need to learn about camping gear just to make sure you’re family has everything they need when coming to camps.

Camping gear nowadays vary from small to big items. It’s really important to know what gears you should be getting and to know if your vehicle and bags could accommodate all of your stuff. But of course you have to consider the important stuff so as not to overload your ride. Basic camping gears… Continue reading

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Solitary Getaways

Nov-25-2008 By travel

Unwinding is every person’s goal. We unwind to relax our minds, to relieve our daily stresses and even for the sake of just getting lost. Taking short trips to the country, sitting by the beach while watching the waves hit the sand, long walks in the park or as simple as reading a book on a green, cool, grass.

We can take some time off from the hustles of life and different forms of leisure can be taken. Mine, is just a moment of silence, being one with nature and enjoying beautiful scenery. You can take solo picnics almost everywhere. You can bring a deliciously home-made sandwich, pack up a salad and never forget the refreshments.

It’s easy to prepare for a personal picnic, when you want to just take off and… Continue reading

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Man doesn’t live by bread alone, a famous saying goes. Imagine eating the same food or doing the same thing every day. If ever you’re the kind who’s into the usual 8 to 5 job routine and the repetitiveness is killing you, then it’s time to head out for the great outdoors. The world is such a wonderful place to discover, so kick out boredom and get out into the wild. The wilderness is a truly exciting place to go, particularly for those who sit on their desks all day and poke their fingers at the computer. Getting out of the office or the city and heading into open skies, clear rivers, and steep mountain peaks can truly be a rejuvenating undertaking, as well as a nice way to release… Continue reading

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The best things in life can be found in small coolers. Well, fresh fruit juices, canned beers, ice cream and ice pops are nothing but ordinary stuffs inside your good old fridge. At the comforts of your own kitchen, there is nothing marvelous about a cold bottle of fresh milk or beer.

For the sake of argument, imagine yourself thirsty after a hot and spicy lunch right in the middle of the Sahara desert under the African sun. How you wish for an ice cold beer or for a glassful of cold fruit juice. Perhaps, you would not think twice swigging a bottle of lukewarm beer. It goes without saying, there are places and occasions that brings out the best in something. In the case of fruit juices and beers, they… Continue reading

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Backpacking? Scouting? Planning a camping trip for the whole family? Whatever journey you decide on, it is essential to choose the right equipment before you begin your expedition. Sleeping bags should be on top of your list. It is particularly important you select one that will suit all your needs.

Like any other equipment, there are different designs and high-tech materials available. It mainly depends on your budget and how you will use it. So decide on your preferences and consider the following questions to make a smart choice before you go shopping for the perfect bag.

1.What is the coldest temperature you will expect to encounter?

Season and temperature range are often considerations in choosing the ideal bag. You will need a warmer bag if you plan to take a trip in… Continue reading

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How Tents Are Evolving

Oct-21-2008 By travel

When you think of a tent, what is the first image that you get? A quiet serene setting in the woods by a lake on a camping trip with friends? That is what millions of people think of when it comes to tents. It is the perception that millions of people have. However, these days, tents are used for many other functions other then camping.

Believe it or not, tents have come a long way since their first use hundreds of years ago.

In the past, tents were often big and bulky and very awkward to carry. They were cumbersome and that deterred people from really enjoying the hike to the campsite.

Over the years, tents have been redesigned many times. New materials were used to make them lightweight and easy to carry… Continue reading

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I am a big fan of camping, at least until I get out to it. Usually, my biggest gripe with camping is trying to get a campfire lit to take the chill out of the morning. Everyone is huddled around a dead campfire, teeth chattering, waiting for something to happen so they can warm up after a cool night in the tent and start making breakfast.

It never fails, the campfire takes longer than it did the night before but if you have the camper’s secret weapon, wax fire starters, you can get those campfires going in no time. Not only are the wax fire starters weather resistant and handy, they are also a great way to get rid of your excess candle wax that you have lying around the house.

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