Camping Tips & Advice

Days are getting longer, temps are getting warmer and summer camping season is officially underway. From eating s'mores by the campfire to exploring nearby trails, summer camping is not just a way to spend your nights — it's an experience in itself. So to make sure you have everything you need for a comfy and cozy night under the stars, we put together a list of essential items you don’t want to leave home without. CAMPSITE Blanket - For all the vanlifers, glampers and car campers out there who don’t have to worry about weight, our Original Puffy Blanket is ideal for camping in comfort. When it comes to multi-day backpacking trips and backcountry excursions, we’d recommend our Featherlite Down Puffy Blanket or Nanoloft Travel Blanket . Tent Sleeping Pad Stuffable Pillowcase - Doubles as a bag for your clothes and a pillow. Headlamp Camp Chair and Table Beer Blanket - To keep your beer cold and your hands warm. Shammy Towel Beer Blanket in De...

Conquering a thru-hike is - without a doubt - one of the most rewarding experiences ever. Believe us when we say - very few things in life come close to this feeling of achievement and exhilaration. Perhaps you've heard of thru-hiking before or you have a general idea of what it is; now you want to know all about these hikes and maybe even go on one. If that is the case, we fully support you, because completing a thru-hike is an experience of a lifetime. That being said, we want you to be prepared, both physically and mentally. These trails are not a joke; they require strength of character and serious physical power. Already got those? Perfect! Now it's time to learn about the other, less challenging necessities, such as: What equipment do I need for thru-hiking? How do I fully prepare? What options do I have? And a bunch of other technical stuff. We're going to address all of this and more in our super thorough thru-hiking guide. So, if you're co...

Is there a better way to enjoy nature and get your body moving than a good, long hike? We don't think so! Although for many, hiking is simply a delightful recreational activity that people enjoy on the weekends, it's so much more than that. Ask anyone with a sedentary occupation, and they'll tell you all the benefits they get from hiking - it's a natural form of exercise that promotes a healthy lifestyle, it's super economical and convenient, and anyone can enjoy it. We'll leave the choice of duration, location, and company up to you, but leave everything else up to us. We're here to teach you in this ultra-informative, detailed hiking guide. Even if you're just dipping your toes in hiking, don't sweat it. Hey, we've all been there! Our guide is beginner-friendly, and you can rest assured we'll answer all the possible concerns you may have as an amateur hiker (even those you never meant to ask but should). As for you, experien...