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The Camping Life: Beginner’s Guide to Outdoor Bliss & Adventure
The Camping Life: A Beginner’s Guide to Outdoor Bliss (and Mild Chaos) Camping isn’t about perfection…it’s about getting outside, trying new things, and laughing through the chaos. This beginner’s guide will help you prepare for your first trip, choose the right gear, and embrace the fun (and mishaps) of outdoor life. Camping looks perfect on…
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5 Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Camping Trip | Honest Beginner Tips
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Camping Trip My first camping trip was a comedy of errors. Here are the five things I wish I’d known to make it easier, more comfortable, and a lot less stressful for any beginner camper. The first time I went camping, I thought I was prepared.…
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Meet Bevs, My 1965 Frolic Camper Who Refuses to Retire
Meet Bevs, My 1965 Frolic Camper Who Refuses to Retire Bevs is a 1965 Frolic camper with more attitude than storage space. She has survived bad upholstery choices, decades of neglect, and an electrical system that looked like someone tried to wire it during a tornado. When I found her, she was tired, dented, and…
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Cold Weather Camping Clothing: Why Cotton is Dangerous & What to Wear
Why Cotton Will Betray You in the Cold (and What to Wear Instead) Cotton might feel comfy, but it’s a major risk for cold weather camping. Here’s why you should leave cotton at home, plus what clothing to pack to stay dry, warm, and safe on your next adventure. Cotton is the fabric of our…
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7 Ways to Light Your Campsite (Without Accidentally Summoning Moths the Size of Your Face)
7 Ways to Light Your Campsite (Without Accidentally Summoning Moths the Size of Your Face) Darkness outdoors is not the same as darkness in your bedroom. At home, you know the walls are still there, your phone glows in the corner, and you can probably find the bathroom blindfolded. In the woods? The second the…