Outdoor Tips

News & Tips: How to Easily Break Camp Without the Stress...
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How to Easily Break Camp Without the Stress

August 15, 2014
The planning of nearly each camping trip focuses on the where, when and what, with only a dab of thought to packing up at the end of the trip. Deep sighs and moans of realization that it's time to…
News & Tips: The Importance of Timing Your Hike Right...
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The Importance of Timing Your Hike Right

August 8, 2014
Just like your mother told you before you left the house for an evening of fun with your buddies: "Be back on time or else!" She was adamant about being on time for several reasons, primarily for…
News & Tips: Portable Water Filter Options & Tips for Using Them...
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Portable Water Filter Options & Tips for Using Them

August 4, 2014
If you hunt, fish or backpack out west, having enough water is a serious issue. You'll be sucking dry air and will need to consume a lot of water. Years ago we'd throw a canteen in our backpack, then…
News & Tips: If You’re Ever Lost in the Woods, Remember to STOP...
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If You’re Ever Lost in the Woods, Remember to STOP

August 1, 2014
    If you have ever been lost, you know the rush of emotion that overcomes you when the trouble is realized. At the exact moment when being lost is confirmed, a person will either make the…
News & Tips: 6 Tips for Choosing the Proper Hiking Boot...
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6 Tips for Choosing the Proper Hiking Boot

July 28, 2014
For my outdoor activities I’ve got to have five different types of footwear with 75 percent of the wearing time going to my hiking boots. When I think of hiking boots, I’m thinkig boots I'm going to…
News & Tips: 5 Tips to Keep Your Gear Safe From Theft at Camp...
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5 Tips to Keep Your Gear Safe From Theft at Camp

July 25, 2014
As the camper from the neighboring campsite approached, his facial expression revealed obvious concern. He introduced himself and we shook hands. Before I finished informing him of my name, he asked…
News & Tips: Everything You Need to Know About Headlamps Before You Buy...
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Everything You Need to Know About Headlamps Before You Buy

July 25, 2014
Headlamps are basically flashlights that provide the convenience of hands-free operation. Strapped on the head or clipped on a hat brim, they are excellent to use when performing tasks such as…
News & Tips: A Look at the Most Popular Knives and Their Uses...
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A Look at the Most Popular Knives and Their Uses

July 21, 2014
I've tested hundreds of knives, written a million articles on them and conducted knife seminars from Alaska to Texas. At the end of every seminar I'm always asked, "What is the best knife to buy?" No…
People sleeping in a tent in a grassy area
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3 Tips to Choosing the Right Tent Size for Your Camping Style

July 18, 2014
Camping tents come in dozens of shapes and sizes, designs and intentions. So do campers. I recently observed a perfect example of this at a state park campground, at neighboring campsites. On one…
News & Tips: Spraying With an ATV: Get Results With These 5 Steps...
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Spraying With an ATV: Get Results With These 5 Steps

July 11, 2014
ATVs can help you do a variety of work on your property and ATVs like the Arctic Cat have many models capable of heavy-duty tasks as well as a range of tools, accessories and attachments. One of the…
News & Tips: Not Ready to Commit? Test Drive Camping With a Rent-A-Camp...
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Not Ready to Commit? Test Drive Camping With a Rent-A-Camp

July 11, 2014
How many times have you tried something, which afterwards, you wished you could have only sampled it before jumping in? I have plenty of times. Negative results leave a bad taste that is tough to…
News & Tips: 12 Tips for Packing a Backpack (video)...
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12 Tips for Packing a Backpack (video)

July 9, 2014
You've planned for weeks, taken time off work and organized all your gear for several days of hiking through the wilderness. Now comes the moment of truth: fitting it all in your backpack.  We…