E159: How to Choose Camping Gear
Listen in as we sit down with our resident camping gear expert. We'll deep dive to answer all your questions on the best camping tents, sleeping bags, and more. Listen now...
Exped Ergo Hammock Tent
For those of you that like hammock camping today's gear report features the Exped Ergo Hammock. I was introduced to hammock camping several years ago. While I still prefer a tent, hammock tents offer a light weight alternative. As a…
Emberlit Stove
Wood burning camping stoves usually don't produce a lot of exciting news. However, a reader recently submitted a new piece of gear I had to share. Exquisite form meets exceptional functionality in the Emberlit Stove ($35 Steel - $55 Titanium)…
E35: Camping Basics
Hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss the basics of camping and camping gear. Camping is an excellent opportunity to test gear, skills, and be reminded of life without most modern conveniences.
Coleman PerfectFlow 2-Burner Stove Review
After five plus years of use, my Coleman PerfectFlow 2-Burner Stove has held together through numerous camping trips, car trips, and Project Appleseed shoots "“ but it's not without its short-comings. The fuel is relatively cheap. At roughly $6 a…
Fire Pit Construction
The Essentials to Safer & Longer Lasting Fires
Fires are essential for surviving in almost any environment. Fire is required to purify water, cook food, create warmth, signal for help, and protection from wildlife. Therefore it is essential to learn the various methods of constructing fires.
Makeshift Covers for Tents, Canopies, & Caves
Some situations in life leave you exposed to the elements and away from pre-built man made shelters. In such situations, knowing how to build a quick shelter can mean the difference between surviving the night or not. There are 3 basic methods that can be erected for your safety and shelter in a matter of a few minutes to an hour or two.
Makeshift Sleeping Bags
Surviving life in today's modern setting can be a real challenge with insurmountable bills, taxes, politics, and sometimes, an annoying neighbor. But, what about real life "“ have you ever been stuck outside in a snow storm? Lost in the…
