TALES FROM THE CAMPFIRE

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Camping Coolers

Tim Berr

Nov 184 min read

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Camping Coolers

How to stay cool while you camp – long term.

BEST TENTS FOR BEGINNERS, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS

Stargazin'11

Nov 102 min read

BEST TENTS FOR BEGINNERS, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS

Three great tents for newcomers to the great outdoors – as recommended by experts!

Best tents for families – 8 things to consider

WhistlersFather22

Oct 152 min read

Best tents for families – 8 things to consider

Looking for the best family tent for your future camping trip with parents, kids, the dogs – and grandma, too? Check out these top tips!

Uncharted Territory: 7 Easy Ways to Keep Your Family Safe While Camping

HelenaBadPlaceToBe

Sep 43 min read

Uncharted Territory: 7 Easy Ways to Keep Your Family Safe While Camping

Camping can be an incredible experience – filled with the sweet sounds of nature. But do it safely, OK?

Camping with dogs: how to keep your hound safe and happy on a trip

*TheEverglade*

Jan 25, 20232 min read

Camping with dogs: how to keep your hound safe and happy on a trip

Taking a dog on a camping trip can be brilliant fun or horribly stressful, depending on multiple factors, including: * You. * Your beast....

Camping and stargazing: how to experience the night sky

HelenaBadPlaceToBe

Jan 15, 20233 min read

Camping and stargazing: how to experience the night sky

One of the biggest joys of camping is that it will often afford you the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of the night sky....

Camping and photography: hints and tips for getting it right

HelenaBadPlaceToBe

Jan 15, 20232 min read

Camping and photography: hints and tips for getting it right

Camping and photography go hand in hand. The great outdoors offers endless opportunities for stunning photos – from breathtaking...

WhistlersFather22

Jan 15, 20233 min read

How to camp when you don't have a car

Camping and the great outdoors should be available to everyone – but it sometimes doesn't feel that way if you don't own a vehicle that...

'A night on cold rocks with no roof?' These 5 cool camping essentials will change your mind!

WhistlersFather22

Jan 15, 20232 min read

'A night on cold rocks with no roof?' These 5 cool camping essentials will change your mind!

Camping is a great way to disconnect from the daily hustle and enjoy the great outdoors, but newcomers often wonder if they'll struggle...

The absolute beginner's guide to buying a tent

*TheEverglade*

Jan 14, 20233 min read

The absolute beginner's guide to buying a tent

If you're new to camping and in the market for your very first tent, you're not alone in thinking that the process can seem pretty...

Need a camping buddy? Here's 5 proven ways to find one

HelenaBadPlaceToBe

Jan 10, 20233 min read

Need a camping buddy? Here's 5 proven ways to find one

Camping is a great way to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors, but it can be even better when shared with someone else....

The Importance of Campsite Planning: how to choose the perfect spot for your tent

*TheEverglade*

Jan 10, 20232 min read

The Importance of Campsite Planning: how to choose the perfect spot for your tent

You'll probably only pick the wrong spot once, but if you do get it very wrong, it can be a disaster (3am flash flood, anyone?)....

Camping with kids: how to keep them safe & entertained in the great outdoors

HelenaBadPlaceToBe

Jan 10, 20232 min read

Camping with kids: how to keep them safe & entertained in the great outdoors

Ah, kids and camping trips. The promise not to whine on the drive down... the packing of bits of LEGO in a rucksack the size of mum's...

Staying safe on the trail: follow these 10 steps (hint: ALL of them could save your life)

HelenaBadPlaceToBe

Jan 9, 20233 min read

Staying safe on the trail: follow these 10 steps (hint: ALL of them could save your life)

Hiking is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy the beauty of nature... and to pretend for a few hours that you're not tied to a job...

So what, exactly, constitutes an ultra-light tent?

Stargazin'11

Jan 9, 20232 min read

So what, exactly, constitutes an ultra-light tent?

An ultra-light tent is a type of shelter designed specifically for backpacking, climbing, and other outdoor activities where weight and...

The 15 packing essentials for your first camping trip (For beginners!)

HelenaBadPlaceToBe

Jan 9, 20233 min read

The 15 packing essentials for your first camping trip (For beginners!)

Congratulations – you've declared to the world that you're going on your first camping trip. Now what? While a camping trip can – and...

*TheEverglade*

Jan 8, 20233 min read

Why your 28 sqft might not be enough...

We've all been there – shoes parked at the side of the tent in the camping store while we shuffle about inside, padding out the bare...

*TheEverglade*

Jan 8, 20232 min read

What's that ringing in your backback?

Rugged phones, also known as tough phones or durable phones, are built to withstand harsh and demanding conditions. When on a camping...

Going fishing? Read these 7 important tips first

Stargazin'11

Dec 8, 20223 min read

Going fishing? Read these 7 important tips first

Going on a fishing trip can be a fun and relaxing way to spend a day – you might even catch a free, edible supper. But it's important to...

Staying safe in the wilderness – 6 tips that could save your life

*TheEverglade*

Oct 12, 20223 min read

Staying safe in the wilderness – 6 tips that could save your life

Everyone knows that the great outdoors can be both beautiful and dangerous. Whether you're backpacking through the mountains or camping...

Revealed! The difference between cotton and nylon tents

Stargazin'11

Feb 9, 20222 min read

Revealed! The difference between cotton and nylon tents

Spoiler alert – unless you're a circus performer from the 1920s, your tent probably won't be made of cotton. There are a wide variety of...

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