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Through the years I have experienced camping in a variety of settings. Weather conditions can play a huge role in the outcome of a successful camping trip. Growing up in Boy Scouts and now in leadership through a Christian based Scouting program Royal Rangers, I have come to appreciate "great" camping gear. Providing quality gear for the boy's helps them experience all the outdoors has to offer, and makes for a more pleasurable experience. I have always preferred canvas tents, they have a reputation for long lasting performance, and with proper care and storage you could easily use a canvas...

Yes it is! Looking back at the good ole days when folks would sit on the front porch and talk about life in general, well within the past 10+ years friends and family are beginning to enjoy the great outdoors in a similar fashion, camping has the perfect combination of recreation and relaxation for all ages. Here in Illinois there was a budget cut that involved closing some of our state park locations to reduce spending? go figure. There is no better place than away from the hustle and bustle of the city to gather your thoughts and spend time...

Camping Trends: "Car Camping VS Overland Camping" How camping has evolved from the campground to the outback. In this issue we will be addressing the question "How is car camping different from Overland camping?" Both require vehicles, however, there is a big difference between loading up the standard SUV to camp at the local campground, and using an Overland vehicle that's been upgraded for off-road use and is equipped for driving into remote areas. These vehicles require more than just off-road tires When car camping your more likely to stay at a campground with all the modern conveniences of home...

* Adding a ground sheet to your camping gear will provide additional protection for your tent floor in the event there was a sharp object underneath that could possibly cut through the tent floor, it is cheaper to dispose of a ground sheet than to repair or replace your tent. * The ground sheet provides a barrier between your tent and the ground to assist in easier & faster tent clean up when time to pack up, also by having the ground sheet properly fitted under tent allows for moisture & rain to remain under the ground sheet and not in your...

With the camping season upon us it is time to take advantage of the great weather, "your equipment is only as good as it has been maintained" is a wise saying when it comes to camping with your OzTent, or any other gear you are relying on for maximum performance and comfort. The OzTent frame is the heartbeat of the quick set up design. Follow these steps for continued performance all season long. Maintaining & Proper use of Guy Ropes: * Once your OzTent RV has been erected, it is recommended to stabilize your OzTent to reduce unnecessary seam and...