When most people think of going camping, they think about one of two kinds. Tent camping and trailer camping. One of the newest styles of camping is what is called portable cabin camping. Let’s look at the difference about these three styles and why portable cabins are on the rise in popularity.The tent is the most common style of camping, and probably known as the pioneer of camping itself. There are all kinds of tents available ranging in price and materials used to make them. Some tents even have divided rooms that will let you have bedroom like privacy. Of course, the sound proofs in a tent, well, let’s all agree that there isn’t any. One other major problem with tents is keeping it insulated for warmth and/or cold. With a basic R-rated insulation of 0 it’s hard to do. However, with tent camping you do get the feeling you are one with nature. For that reason alone, many people choose tent camping. Tent camping also gives you the freedom to set up camp any place you like and still be protected from the weather somewhat. It’s
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Make your kid feel like Bear Grylls, the ultimate outdoorsman and adventurer. Camping Gear-Kids style is just the thing to make your child feel responsible and special during your family camping trips. Even if your camping trips involve setting up tent in the back yard, your kid will feel like you’re in the Yellowstone with some cool camping gear of his own.You don’t have to buy top of the line camping equipment, after all your child doesn’t know the difference between brand names and off brands… so don’t go crazy. This is a learning experience to help your child to grow into an adventure, feel a bit of responsibility and feel like Bear.Some kids get dress up clothes… consider their first camping gear dress-up stuff. To really see if camping and the outdoors is something your child wants to pursue. And like all other young hobbies, with time start adding the nicer camping gear into the pile.So what is some of the camping gear kids should start with? The little tools: compasses, small Swiss army knife (depending on the age of course), whistles, wildlife books, etc.Bigger tools
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One of the great pastimes of all time has to be the camping holiday. So many of us work at the same old job day in and day out going through the same old routines time and time again. We long for the day when we can hang up that apron, pack everything we need into a back pack and head out onto the open road. At least some of us do.Camping holidays vary greatly. To some camping may be sleeping rough next to the camp fire with only the stars for a roof. To others camping may be a luxury safari in Kenya where everything is meticulously planned right down to the champagne on ice and after eight mint on the pillow. Whatever our dream camping holiday may be, we should remember that we are no longer in our natural environment. We can no longer say that we are entirely suited to living out in the open. The days when our distant ancestors were hunter gatherers are long gone and the level of natural immunity that they possessed we can only wish for.When we are in
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The Pacific Northwest offers endless opportunities for enjoying the great outdoors. As you bike, swim, and hike your way to a fantastic adventure, it’s important to remember that even the most innocent-seeming outdoor activities pose hidden dangers. By remembering a few simple safety procedures, you can guarantee a safe and fun experience. First, become aware of potential hazards. Keep abreast of what threats are specific to the area you will be enjoying. Aggressive wildlife, unpredictable weather, and dangerous terrain all pose serious safety threats.Wildlife Cougars. If you cross paths with a cougar, make yourself appear larger by standing tall and raising your arms and/or jacket over your head. Do not run or turn your back. Talk calmly and firmly to the cougar to make it think you are a predator, not its prey. If the animal becomes aggressive, shout at it and throw rocks and sticks to make it clear that you are a threat, not food. If you are attacked, fight back with whatever is handy (big sticks work well), and try to stay on your feet.Bears. Most bear encounters happen in campsites, where bears have
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