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What Is Equestrian Camping?

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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If you love horses, the idea of equestrian camping will surely intrigue you. This type of camping refers to camping with your horse! It can take various forms and there are many equestrian …

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How To Fly With Camping Gear

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Packing all your camping gear in your car and heading out to the great outdoors feels more convenient than having to take all that gear onto a plane in order to be able to fly to your camping …

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How To Dispose Of Camping Propane Tanks

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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When you’re done with the propane tank that helped you fuel your cooking flair during your camping trip, you might wonder what you can do with it especially if it's your first time. Maybe you’ll …

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How To Charge Your Phone While Camping

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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You’re out in the middle of nowhere and your smartphone battery is about to die. Although a camping trip is the perfect time to go offline and forget about your technological devices, it’s …

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How To Stay Clean While Camping

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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You’re heading into the outdoors where there’s not going to be much water supply, so naturally, hygiene will be a problem. This is especially the case if you’re going to be camping for several …

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How To Make A Camping Toilet

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Camping in the wild is fun and challenging, but some challenges are ones you really don’t want to have to deal with. A prime example is using the toilet when there are no bathroom facilities in …

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Elevate Your Camping Experience: Discover the Best Ways to Brew Coffee Outdoors

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Outforia Quicktake: Key Takeaways You probably know all about the kind of coffee you’re used to when camping: it’s diluted and doesn’t taste that great. This is usually because you don’t have …

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Camping For Beginners: Tips and Guide in Setting Up Your First Campsite

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Camping is fun and exciting, but let’s be honest: it can also feel a bit overwhelming. If you don’t have any experience with setting up a campsite, you might not know how to go about it. This …

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What Is A Walk Up Campsite?: Your Camping Questions Answered

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby is a professional Outdoor Educator, Climbing & Polar Guide, and Wilderness Medicine Instructor. Expert in Backpacking, Skiing, Climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, and Wilderness Medicine. AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider. Master's degree in Outdoor Education from The University of Edinburgh. Experienced in leading Arctic & Antarctic expeditions. Freelance writer, coffee enthusiast, and French existentialism reader. Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies from Hamilton College. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Making reservations for a campsite at a popular campground is no easy feat. Some of the most popular scenic campgrounds in US National Parks, National Forests, and other major outdoor recreation …

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Camping Vs. Backpacking: Which Adventure is Right for You?

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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Getting outside is one of the safer activities in today’s world, spending time camping or backpacking. You get to celebrate nature while potentially getting some face-to-face time with people you …

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Stress-Free Camping: Fast Pitch Tents vs. Instant Tents

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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Picture the last family camping trip. Some might smile at that and sigh, imagining a peaceful trip outdoors. Others feel the tension in their shoulder blades grow, thinking back to the shouting and …

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Smell Fresh in the Wilderness: How to Clean a Tent that Smells

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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Getting ready for the new summer season means nights out under the stars for many outdoor fanatics. There aren’t many more disappointing things than pulling out your tent and finding that it fills the …

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20 Camping Gift Basket Ideas To Surprise Your Favorite Camper

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby is a professional Outdoor Educator, Climbing & Polar Guide, and Wilderness Medicine Instructor. Expert in Backpacking, Skiing, Climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, and Wilderness Medicine. AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider. Master's degree in Outdoor Education from The University of Edinburgh. Experienced in leading Arctic & Antarctic expeditions. Freelance writer, coffee enthusiast, and French existentialism reader. Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies from Hamilton College. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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An outdoor-themed gift basket is a sure-fire way to bring joy to any camper in your life. Finding unique camping gift basket ideas, however, can be a tricky and time-consuming affair. To make the …

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26 Camping Gear Storage Ideas To Stay Organized Outdoors

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby is a professional Outdoor Educator, Climbing & Polar Guide, and Wilderness Medicine Instructor. Expert in Backpacking, Skiing, Climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, and Wilderness Medicine. AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider. Master's degree in Outdoor Education from The University of Edinburgh. Experienced in leading Arctic & Antarctic expeditions. Freelance writer, coffee enthusiast, and French existentialism reader. Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies from Hamilton College. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Camping is a gear-intensive pursuit, so it comes as no surprise that many of us are on the lookout for ways to stay organized. Thankfully, there are plenty of great camping gear storage ideas out …

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15 Romantic Camping Ideas for Couples Who Love to Snuggle

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Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer Schultz
Jennifer is a professional outdoor guide, instructor, and naturalist with a passion for helping people get outside.  She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out in nature and enjoy the great outdoors.
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Camping is one of the most romantic things couples can do. Spending a night away from home and hanging out in nature brings couples closer together. Being outdoors refreshes the mind and body, and …

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How Much Water Should I Bring Camping?

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Amanda Readman
Amanda Readman
Amanda is a writer, avid climber, and outdoor enthusiast. She has traveled extensively, around the U.S., throughout Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Everywhere she treks, she takes time to enjoy the outdoors. She works through writing and leadership to educate people on the link between the outdoors to mental and global stability.
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When going on a car camping trip, you need to bring approximately 2 gallons of water per person per day or about 7.5 liters. Bringing this much water means you should have enough drinking water, water …

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15 Campsite Lighting Ideas To Illuminate Your Night

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby is a professional Outdoor Educator, Climbing & Polar Guide, and Wilderness Medicine Instructor. Expert in Backpacking, Skiing, Climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, and Wilderness Medicine. AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider. Master's degree in Outdoor Education from The University of Edinburgh. Experienced in leading Arctic & Antarctic expeditions. Freelance writer, coffee enthusiast, and French existentialism reader. Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies from Hamilton College. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Sleeping out under the stars is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. However, finding innovative campsite lighting ideas is essential if you don’t want to spend your entire camping trip …

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The Ultimate Guide To Winter Camping

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby is a professional Outdoor Educator, Climbing & Polar Guide, and Wilderness Medicine Instructor. Expert in Backpacking, Skiing, Climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, and Wilderness Medicine. AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider. Master's degree in Outdoor Education from The University of Edinburgh. Experienced in leading Arctic & Antarctic expeditions. Freelance writer, coffee enthusiast, and French existentialism reader. Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies from Hamilton College. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Looking to go winter camping, but don’t know where to start? Worry not, you’re in the right place. When most people think of camping, they think of sunny skies, warm weather, and stunning …

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Ultimate Camping Checklist – Complete Guide to Everything You’ll Need + Printable PDF

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Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson
Gaby is a professional Outdoor Educator, Climbing & Polar Guide, and Wilderness Medicine Instructor. Expert in Backpacking, Skiing, Climbing, Mountaineering, Sailing, and Wilderness Medicine. AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor Course Provider. Master's degree in Outdoor Education from The University of Edinburgh. Experienced in leading Arctic & Antarctic expeditions. Freelance writer, coffee enthusiast, and French existentialism reader. Bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Environmental Studies from Hamilton College. She enjoys helping others gain the knowledge and experience they need to get out and adventure in the mountains.
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Camping is a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors. But, camping and backpacking are also gear-intensive activities, so it can be hard to know what to bring on your first trip. We know how …

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