Camping Buying Guides

Explore Zelene Pleso in Slovakia for serene camping with stunning turquoise waters, hiking, and calming solitude.

A camping kettle is essential for quickly boiling water for sanitation, beverages, and meals, offering efficiency and comfort that enhance your outdoor experience. Select lightweight, durable materials and pack smartly for a hassle-free adventure. Happy camping!

Choose a camping jacket based on your climate needs: the Slate for layering in variable weather, the Glacier for warmth without layers in cold conditions, and the Torrentshell for comfort in mild climates despite lacking pockets.

Plan a 2-week camping trip in the USA with options like exploring from San Francisco to Seattle, Bozeman to Seattle, or round trips from New York to Portland or San Francisco. Travel in late August to early September, balance quality exploration time, manage crowds, and book accommodations early. Pack layered clothing, durable footwear, and essential gear, and respect wildlife and park rules.

Master knottying with the WildKnot app to enhance your camping skills; secure tents, create shelters, and manage emergencies with ease through detailed tutorials and offline access.

When prepping for camping, using dryer lint as fire tinder has both benefits (easy, flammable, portable) and risks (toxic fumes, melting) due to synthetic fibers; consider safe collection methods or alternatives like cotton balls in petroleum jelly, birch bark, and dry wood shavings for a better experience.

Select a Thermacell device based on area coverage, portability, and battery life for your camping or beach trip to effectively repel mosquitoes.

Wax outdoor gear for water repellency, stain resistance, and durability, especially on canvas.

Minimalist camping emphasizes utility and skill over excess gear. Focus on the 10 Cs: Cutting tool, Combustion device, Cover, Container, Cordage, Cotton bandana, Cargo tape, Compass, Cloth sail needle, and Candling device—supplemented by experience and tailored to your specific trip.

Get a rugged, reliable watch for outdoor adventures: G-Shock for durability, Citizen Promaster for solar efficiency in diving, Garmin for feature-rich tracking, Fenix for premium durability, or Apple Watch SE for smart connectivity.