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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...

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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!

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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...

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....

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?

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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!)

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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...

Going fishing? Read these 7 important tips first

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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

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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...

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