Food safety is an often overlooked discipline when it comes to family camping in the backcountry. At least until somebody gets sick, that is. Most food poisoning is caused by bacteria, which is in the soil, air, water, and the foods we bring camping with us. In small quantities these bacteria are harmless, but when conditions are right the bacteria can rapidly increase in number to a point where they can cause illness.
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10 Outdoor Headlamps for Under $30
Headlamps are the new flashlights and if you haven’t tried one out yet, then you are really missing out. Headlamps allow you to keep your hands free, if you are carrying gear or trying to hammer a tent stake, which is a real plus. Also, the light is shining in the right direction whether you are walking or reading a book inside the tent. Best of all, competition continues to bring the price down and the features up, giving you more for your money. Here are ten headlamps for under $30 that can replace that old flashlight.
What to do if your spouse won’t camp
Let’s face it, spending a weekend in the woods with no showers or heat or big comfy bed is not everybody’s idea of a good time. Many parents today were not raised with a strong outdoor experience, themselves, which makes it difficult for them to appreciate the experience now. So what can you do if your spouse is not interested in camping?
Hybrid Down Bag for Camping and the Home
A few weeks ago I talked about the little Kotey bag that I carry in my daypack. On the opposite end of the scale is our big, puffy, rectangular Downliteâ„¢ sleeping bag. The Downlite is one of the most flexible pieces of gear that we own, because it zips completely open into a down comforter which is great around the campfire and even on our bed. What other piece of camping gear gets regular use in your home?
3 Camping Trips to Enjoy With Your Family This Summer
We have enjoyed a week of 80-degree weather, here in San Jose, and it has got me thinking about what kind of camping trips I want to plan, this summer. It’s a lot of fun to try different things and camping is no different. If you are just starting out, it makes sense to plan your first few trips close to home, just in case you forget something, or the weather takes a turn for the worse. As you gain experience and confidence, though, you are going to want to venture out and explore some new areas. Here are three ways to camp this summer that will keep your family excited about the outdoors and the camping experience.