Easiest Way to Wash Dishes While Camping

How do you wash dishes while camping? Times have changed a lot since I was a Girl Scout and had my own set of dishes with a dunk bag! With the Leave No Trace principle that we are all working on, the last thing we really want to do is to dribble chemicals over our dishes and shake them around […]

Camping Food Hacks: Ultimate Camping Cooking Guide

Camping Food Hacks? Let’s face it – food is almost as an important part of the camping experience as the location and tent. As long as you plan to enjoy nature instead of hunting out the local restaurants, we should have you covered in our camping cooking guide. Camping Cuisine varies per person or family The type of food that […]

How to Plan a Family Camping Trip

Planning a successful camping vacation with kids involves finding the right campsite, remembering family routines, and planning fun activities for the kids. Have no fear: how to plan a Family Camping Trip is easier than you might think! Camping is a fun, budget-friendly way to holiday as a family. Seasoned campers and families going camping for the first time, need […]

How to Keep Good Hygiene When Camping

Camping and backpacking for a few days and nights can make a hiker dirty. Certain rituals to stay clean have been used and are known to work when you are looking at Good Hygiene When Camping. Enjoying the outdoors doesn’t mean being dirty. Backpackers and campers can stay clean enough to be healthy. Certain fungi and illnesses can occur when […]

All You Need to Know to Kayak Pictured Rocks

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is one of the most popular national parks for kayaking in the United States. Most of the rock formations, waterfalls, and sandstone cliffs are best seen from the water. If you’re a fan of outdoor sports and want to experience nature up close then a kayaking trip might be the best choice for you. Should you […]

The Ultimate Guide to Camping at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Camping is a great way to see Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. You can camp right in the park which means you’ll be close to all the attractions like waterfalls, rock formations, and the lake. Should you camp when you visit Pictured Rocks? Being close to nature lets you experience Pictured Rocks in a completely different way and will make you […]

The Best Must-Have Camp Cooking Gear: Utensils and Kitchen Aids

Most experienced campers know that mealtime is a lot easier when it is pre-planned and organized. This tip includes having the right cooking utensils and kitchen aids. Naturally, the best tools will vary with each camper’s cooking style. However, here are some items that most campers will agree are must-have camp cooking gear and kitchen tools that will make cooking […]

Common Camping Challenges And How to Remedy Them

Common Camping Challenges And How to Remedy Them? The most common mistake made by leisure campers is to be found unprepared in a tough situation. However, no matter the skill level or experience, anything can happen in the wilderness that requires quick thinking and a plan to solve camping problems. Firewood needs to be seasoned and completely dry before it […]

The Best Family Camping Tips and Tricks

The Best Family Camping Tips and Tricks? Camping with young children can be fun! Remember to plan, invite another family, leave toys at home, and plan age-appropriate activities. Camping can be an enjoyable experience for families with young children. Most kids are surprisingly adaptable, and happily accept a tent or trailer as their temporary home. The Best Family Camping Tips […]

The Best S’mores Bars Recipe You Have Ever Tried

Sometimes, when you plan a camping trip, you know there won’t be much time to cook over that roaring fire. My last trip was a great example – we were at Peninsula State Park in Door County, but we were doing research for my next book and ate out almost every meal. This S’mores Bars Recipe was my saving grace […]