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When it comes to the size of the tent, it is very important to select the right size for comfort and cost. Here are a few tips on how to choose the right tent to assure maximum comfort, ultimately to get the most out of your dollar.Once you have determined which brand of tent you want to purchase it's always a good idea to buy the next size or two larger to allow for additional space for sleeping and storage needs. For example, as a family of 4 when shopping for a tent keep in mind that a "4 person...

Now that the camping season is done for some of you, it's time to store your tent. Here are a couple tips to save you some time, effort and $$$$ Before storing your tent, ensure that it is completely clean and dry. Moisture wrapped up in your tent for extended periods will promote mildew growth. Your clean and dry tent can be stored in its stuffsack or loosely in a box or oversized cotton storage bag. Avoid sealing your tent in a plastic bag or any other airtight, confined space. Find a cool, dry spot to store your tent such...

Camp cooking over an open fire adds a unique and flavorful way to enjoy the camping experience at its best. To prevent soot build up on your cookware here's a helpful tip to keep your pots clean without having to wear your elbow and scrubber pads out, simply squeeze out a dime size amount of camp soap on a paper towel, rub the soap on the underside and sides of the cooking pot before you place over the fire. When its time to wash the dishes, clean up the utensils first leaving the pots that were used over fire for...

Are you ready to get out and enjoy the weather? The camping season is just around the corner, can hardly wait! Now is a good time to start planning your trips, here is a camping tip that will save you a lot of time and effort when it comes to packing your food items efficiently. Camping Tip: When preparing for a camping trip, take items from boxes and place them in zip-lock bags. This cuts down on weight. It reduces discomfort if you're backpacking, when a box rests against your back. It's also a good idea to take dried nonperishable...

I don't know if anybody would be interested but it's much easier to use the 5 gallon bucket porta potty with the toilet seat on it than to use the usual porta potty. With the bucket you can put two garbage bags together one inside the other and start with 4 plastic cups of kitty litter and just add to it as you use the potty. When it starts to get full you just tie the garbage bags closed and toss them in the dumpster. Much easier than having to go to the dump station and dump your porta potty....