Free camping in the US? Yes there really is free camping located throughout the United States. The western United States is filled with federal lands that have plenty of opportunities to camp for free. So if you are looking for free camping than you need to start heading west to find a place. What should you be looking for when looking for a place with free camping? You need to be looking for Bureau of Land … Read entire article »

If you plan on hiking up a mountain and spending some time, it is essential to have the right mountaineering equipment with you. You need to have gear that you would take on a winter camping trip. In addition, you need the items normally seen for backcountry travel. That is on top of the equipment you will see on a normal mountaineering expedition. Mountaineering is not a simple hike up a mountain. It is a … Read entire article »

Even experienced backpackers and climbers need to know what to bring when hiking or camping in Alaska. Though the place is not scary or very dangerous however, when you decide to experience the wild in Alaska you should be prepared for anything. It is better to be ready anytime, all the time for anything. The tough terrains of Alaska can give you a good challenge, the temperature can be really freezing and an unexpected avalanche … Read entire article »

Camping in BC is well known for the various interesting options it offers, but camping in the Monashees takes it to a higher level. The Monashee Mountains are part of the Central Columbia Mountain Range in British Columbia, Canada, and offer people one of the best experiences of camping that they can get. In fact, staying in the Monashees is an experience unlike any other because of the wild expanses of wilderness this place offers. … Read entire article »

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is the top recreation Forest in the nation. Home to world-renowned ski resorts and the birthplace of Wilderness, the White River has something to offer every outdoor enthusiast. The Silver Bell campground located in the White River National Forest is one of the most beautiful campgrounds we have ever camped in. The area can definitely get busy as it is … Read entire article »

We recently purchased two of the Suisse Sport Everest Adult Mummy Double Layer Sleeping Bag so we could see how some low cost sleeping bags would actually perform in colder weather. Not everyone can afford top of the line sleeping bags and the Everest sleeping bags have a price tag that should fit just about any budget. The one thing most people always worry about when purchasing low cost camping gear is quality. How is the product … Read entire article »

If you are planning on camping anywhere near bear country (which is most of North America) than you need to be aware of the risks and how to stay safe while out in the woods. Bears don’t only hang out in the backcountry, they will also come into well populated campgrounds and knowing how to react can save both the bears and your own lives. There is so much we could cover when it comes … Read entire article »