Sara Baird tries out the Trekroll.
No matter how enjoyable your travels are, a poor night of sleep can impact how you feel and what you are able to do. I have spent my fair share of nights where I found the ground was too rocky, my sleeping gear was too warm, or worse, not warm enough. I know how much a great night of sleep can make a difference. The first night I camped with an inflatable sleeping mat I realized how incredible a night of camping could be with a little extra comfort. When
Amie Sparrow shares practical tips on protecting yourself from mosquitoes.
Use these tricks to stay bite-free
Nothing can ruin a relaxing outdoor trip faster than having to be constantly on guard to defend against mosquitoes. Unfortunately, they’re a fact of life for outdoor enthusiasts because the things we love doing most while camping, such as running, exercising and exploring are the very things that attract the pesky little buzzers.
Fortunately, there are some things we can do
Pauline Alba tries out and reports on the Kamui Sleeping Pad.
Sleeping anywhere other than your bed you struggle to get a good night’s rest. It can even be more difficult when camping when you need to transport and provide your own sleeping mats. Finding a product that works for you, transports well, and is easy to use can make the process easier. This review will focus on the self-inflating sleeping pads from Kamui.
This company was formed by Yumi Ohkura an outdoor enthusiast
Blogger Hannah Lehr shares the 5 Best National Parks to visit for Stargazing.
America’s National Park system has so much to offer when it comes to natural beauty. Taking a night to camp overnight in a park is a great way to turn a visit into a magical experience. Some parks are better than others when it comes to visibility when stargazing. These five parks are known for showcasing incredible illuminations at night.
Sarah Sheedy shares her Top Tips for Choose Your Holiday Destination
The holidays are approaching and you are still looking for the ideal place to go on a trip? Rest assured, you are not alone in this situation, and solutions exist! In this article, we give you all the best tips and inspiration for selecting your next holiday destination.
The first step in your thinking process is to establish what you want to do. Every country or region has different things to offer, so with a little
By Gigi Fulham.
Sometimes, all you need is a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. And what better way to do that than by going on a road trip? If you’re looking for some stunning scenery and breathtaking views, then check out these amazing scenic drives in California!
This stretch of highway along the central coast of California is definitely a must-see. With its winding roads and cliffside views, it’s no wonder this is one of the most popular scenic drives
By Hannah Lehr.
Zapata Falls is a 30-foot waterfall nestled in Colorado’s Sangre De Crisco Mountains. This hidden gem is 20 minutes away from the Great Sand Dunes National Park, and it makes for a great stop on the way to the park. This short hike will only take 30 minutes to an hour out of your day, depending on how long you take to soak in the views. Not only are the falls beautiful, but the hike also boasts incredible views of the San Juan Valley below.
The Zapata Falls trailhead
Mariam Simmons unpacks the secrets behind how to pack light.
Less is best when you hit the road on your own. Packing light makes it easier for you to move from place to place, from one type of transportation to another. There’s also less risk of you losing something along the way. But we all know how difficult it can be to properly pack for a trip – whether it’s for a vacation abroad, at a beach, or camping in the great outdoors. This is because what most of us think of as essentials
By Sara Baird.
Camping with young kids can be nerve-wracking. While at home you will have a way to hear and often see your child when they are alone in their room. Parents often don’t have access to the same technology you have at home while away so your choices often become going to bed when your child goes to bed or leaving your child alone and hoping that you can hear him or her if they wake up.
The Roar Baby Monitor seeks to solve this issue by creating a compact and rugged baby monitor
By Melissa Younger.
One of the best states in the U.S. for camping is Virginia. It has great camping locations all across the state, offering everything from camping near a beach, a pond, or waterfall in a beautiful state park to a glamping getaway near the cities.
You can camp in your RV, in a classy Yurt or a luxurious cabin. There are countless locations for traditional tent camping, or camping along the Appalachian trail.
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