The summer is heating up and so is tent camping — literally. Some tent campers skip the hot temps of mid-summer and pitch tents when the temps drop a few degrees. Other tent campers brave the hot…
Backpacks are one of the most fundamental pieces of outdoor gear. No other device lets you carry all the items that you need to be comfortable and equipped outdoors. Packing all of this stuff into…
You know how it goes. You're outside with friends and family and you're getting eaten up by mosquitoes, while some of your friends never get one bite. Ever wondered why? A blog by Lisa Collier Cool…
It can happen to the best outdoorsman: the trail disappears, directions get confused, a change in the weather forces you away from familiar landmarks. You can't seem to get your bearings. Suddenly…
The group of campers, also devoted bird watchers, captured a few photos before the songbird flew from the branch and disappeared into the woods. Before the group continued the hike, the leader…
Camp gadgets are the rule rather than exception in modern campgrounds.
Today, many enthusiastic campers actually make trips to campgrounds and backcountry campsites to test, try and enjoy their…
Having a peaceful sleep is important to stay rested, alert and relaxed, but getting enough shut-eye can be challenging beyond the walls of your home. Investing in a quality cot, mattress or sleeping…
There was a time when camp stoves tended to clog, flare or go out at inopportune moments. Thankfully, those days have passed. Push-button ignitions, flame-control adjustments, self-cleaning fuel jets…
The 4th of July is much more than fireworks, parades, picnics, baseball games, and family cookouts.
Sadly, a lot of people have forgotten why we really celebrate this day. The 4th of July should be a…
My late aunt, whom I highly respect, gave me a line of advice the year prior to my wedding — 25 years ago. Her words of wisdom rang through my mind numerous times since my wedding bells did. She said…
Like so many purchases today, buying a pair of hiking boots may seem easy, but one quickly learns that finding boots to fit your feet and your hiking needs is time consuming. Buying the right boots…
In 2009 I purchased the original GoPro Hero camera for kayak fishing because of its waterproof housing and compact design. It performed well and helped me capture some great images and videos. The…
