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Camping Dan's Outdoor Tips Archive Page
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
If you get a little extra mud and dirt inside of your tent on a camping trip it can be a little difficult to clean out if you do not know how to go about it. I always turn my camping tent inside out and let the mud dry; from there it is usually very easy to shake the excess off to remove it. Of course it is still not a good idea to put it away even just a little dirty so I use a soft wet sponge to clean the dirt out of my tent. Then I allow the tent to hang until it is completely dry before I roll it up and store it away in its stuff sack.
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Monday, September 29, 2008
For those who love the Coleman Road Trip Grill there is now a Road Trip slow cooker to make those wonderful easy slow cook meals no matter where you are. This crock-pot for camping is perfect for dropping in something to for dinner than not worrying about it again as you enjoy the day. When you return that night you will have a hot one-pot dinner that is not only delicious but a snap to clean up from as well. Made with all the same features that make the Road Trip Grill such a success such as stainless steel and insta-light technology this is a perfect camp-cooking tool.
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Sunday, September 28, 2008
As we get into the fall with the beautiful fall colors many backpackers are preparing to head out on trips to enjoy the cooler temps and beautiful scenery. These cooler temps also mean cooler nighttime temps, which means these backpackers will need slightly warmer sleeping bags and tents to sleep comfortably through the night. Many are surprised to find out that Coleman camping tents and sleeping bags come in very lightweight models for backpackers who pride themselves on packing a light backpack that is easy to carry on longer treks. Having a light pack makes the whole trip not only more comfortable but more enjoyable as well.
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Thursday, September 25, 2008
Despite the cooler temperatures it is still important to make sure the food you take to tailgating parties and picnics stay chilled. This most effective way to transport that food and make sure that it does stay cool is by using a Coleman cooler. There is a size available that will fit most any need from a picnic for two to a large cooler that will hold the food needed for a large tailgating party before the football game. There are also Coleman coolers with wheels for easy transport and even thermoelectric for use in an recreational vehicle.
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Wednesday, September 24, 2008
For some parts of the country the hunting seasons are starting to begin and for many families who love to participate in this sport to get meat to put on the table now is the time to gear up. The cost of having that game processed is going up quickly so maybe hunters should consider getting the Camp Chef meat processing equipment they need to do it themselves. These grinders, mixers, and more are all professional grade level and made with easy clean up stainless steel. Amaze everyone you know by creating your own sausage and jerky with these tools from Camp Chef.
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Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Camping grills and stoves have come a very long way over the past few years and leading the pack is the Coleman Road Trip Grill. These grills from Coleman are as easy to use as your stove at home, maybe even easier. With InstaStart matchless lighting and easy cleanup stainless steel this camping grill takes all the hassle out of cooking when you are in the outdoors. These Coleman grills come with a stand but can be used on a table top and are lightweight making them easy to transport and use on the go. Once you cook on one you may even want to use it at your home.
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Monday, September 22, 2008
Most sleeping bags come with two stuff sacks and it can be confusing why to those who have never spent a lot of time camping before. The smaller stuff sack is the one you use when you are heading out on a camping trip. This back is smaller and condenses the sleeping bag down to a size that does not take up a lot of space when you are traveling. While the larger stuff sack is the storage sack which will take proper care of your bag when you are not using it. This bag will allow your sleeping bag to remain fluffed up and aired out while it is put away until you get to head out again.
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Friday, September 19, 2008
It is football time and this means keeping the team hydrated during games and practice. Water bottles are just too expensive and not good for the environment so a better solution is to use beverage coolers to bring lots of water for the team to drink while they play. These Coleman coolers have a handy removable lid that makes fill up easy and a drip free spout to make getting that cup of cool water a breeze even for the youngest of players. Keep your team on top of their game with plenty of water to drink to stay hydrated.
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
By adding a griddle to your Camp Chef grill you can make some mealtime easier on your next camping trip. These griddles are polished steel and come in different sizes so you can choose how much cooking surface you want to have on your grill. These griddles are perfect at breakfast time for making eggs and many have a grease drain, which will make cooking your bacon even easier. These grills for Camp Chef stoves are also great at dinner time allowing you to cook vegetables, meat, and so much more all on one evenly heated cooking surface that is easy to clean up afterwards.
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Wednesday, September 17, 2008
For years I always folded my tent the exact same way, it is the way I knew it would fit into the stuff sack if folded like this. Little did I know that I was actually creating creases in my tent, which created weak points in the shell and rain fly. For the best care of your camping tents when putting them away after each use you should put them away differently each time you are done using them to avoid creating these creases. It will prolong the life of your tent and ensure you have many years of fun camping out of it.
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Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Many tents are still in perfect condition when they are retired from use, and this is many times do only to zipper failure as opposed to the tent no longer keeping the user dry. Of course there are some things you can do to help that zipper last longer so you can get several more years out of that camping tent. Simply by making an effort to make your zipper stays clean on the tent will go a long way to helping it work smoothly for longer. Grime and dirt can cause the teeth on the slider to function incorrectly, simply keep them clean with a mild soap or a special zipper care solution and your tent will last many more camping seasons.
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Monday, September 15, 2008
As the temperatures begin to fall and the leaves start to change colors many families put away their camping gear and declare the camping season over until next year. These families do not realize that they are missing out on some of the best times of year to be outdoors. Of course camping in these cooler temps requires small changes like making sure your sleeping bags are warm enough, your tent has a good rain fly to keep out those cool fall showers, and you have plenty of hot chocolate to make on your Camp Chef stove while you sit around the campfire enjoying the evening.
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Friday, September 12, 2008
Shopping for the right sleeping bag for the given temperature you will be experiencing can sometimes be a little tough. Do to the varying materials used in sleeping bags and most importantly to the varying ideas by people of what is cold the rating that may work for one person may not work for another. Therefore the temperature rating on a sleeping bag should be considered as a guideline but not an absolute. If you tend to sleep cold than you may want to get a sleeping bag that is rated for lower temperatures than someone who does not. My personal general rule is I would rather have more sleeping bag warmth than I need on a trip than not enough.
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Thursday, September 11, 2008
If you have not looked into camping sleeping pads in awhile you will be pleasantly surprised with the newest models and the comfort they can provide during the night. For backpackers a lightweight yet comfortable sleeping pad is essential for a good nights rest. The latest camping pads are now self-inflating making them more than just a piece of light foam under your sleeping bag in the night. This will place a cushion of air between you and the ground to keep you not only more comfortable but insulated from the ground adding more warmth to your sleeping bag.
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Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Of course the best way to clean a down filled sleeping bag is to pay a cleaner who is experienced in cleaning things filled with down. Of course this can be expensive or not available in your area depending on where you live. It is possible to wash one of these sleeping bags in a washing machine that does not use a agitator in a mild soap. The trick to getting it cleaned properly is to make sure all the soap gets thoroughly rinsed out so run the bag through the rinse cycle several times. After that dry on a very low heat setting, make sure no hot spots develop, with a couple of tennis balls in the dryer until completely dry.
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Tuesday, September 9, 2008
No matter how hard you try and keep a synthetic sleeping bag clean it will inevitably get dirty enough that a cleaning is needed before you will want to sleep in it on your next camping trip. You can wash a synthetic bag in the wash on a gentle cycle with cool water and a very mild detergent. Also make sure that it is not a agitator type washing machine as this can damage the shell on the bag. Once washed tumble dry on a low setting and make sure the bag does not get too hot in the process by checking it frequently.
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Monday, September 8, 2008
If you own your tent for several years and use it often, even if you thoroughly dry it after each use it is still probable you will start to develop mildew. You will know this based on the smell your tent starts to permanently have no matter how much you air it out. If this is the case you can still save the tent by stripping off the urethane coating and reapplying a new one with a after market product. This sounds like a lot of work so it is a decision you will have to make on whether the tent is worth the effort of saving or if it is time to get a new camping tent.
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Friday, September 5, 2008
If you own a Camp Chef grill you already know how easy they are to use on your camping trips to make a great meal. Many do not know that they can also get a polished steel griddle for their camping stove to make your Camp Chef stove even more versatile for making your dinner on when you are out camping. These handy griddles sit easily on the burners of the grill, are easy to clean up after use, and have a grease drain to handy runoff from your food without making a mess.
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Thursday, September 4, 2008
Everyone loves to have hot dogs cooked over a campfire but roasting them can be kind of tricky especially if you have kids who want to do it themselves. Trying to use a stick to roast them just means your food ends up in the dirt. Other long handled spears are too dangerous for excited kids to have around a campfire especially when emergency help is not close by. Luckily Camp Chef has a great solution, cast iron hot dog irons. These irons will securely hold your hot dogs and without a sharp point and with wooden handles this is a cooker you can trust your kids to use themselves safely.
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Wednesday, September 3, 2008
It is commonly misunderstood that sleeping bags are supposed to make you comfortable when you are sleeping on the ground on your camping trips. To some degree this is true, sleeping bags do keep you comfortably warm but for protection against the ground you will need a sleeping pad. These pads add extra cushion between you and the ground to essentially create a mattress for you wherever you may find yourself in the outdoors. Make your sleeping bag much more comfortable with a quality self-inflating camping pad that is perfect for general camping or even backpacking.
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Tuesday, September 2, 2008
With the cost of gas going up taking a road trip with the family is getting more and more expensive. You can still go on that cross-country trip a good way to save some money is to buy your food at grocery stores and not restaurants. Coleman coolers such as a thermoelectric model are perfect for keeping food exceptionally cold over several days even under the warmest conditions. By saving some money on your food bill you can better afford that gas to take the family on the big trip camping across the United States.
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Monday, September 1, 2008
Space is always an issue when you are backpacking; you want everything to be as light as possible yet you want to retain as much comfort as you can. Many lightweight camping tents that are designed for backpacking are not as roomy as other types of tents. Of course this saves weight that you would ultimately be carrying on your back, but it can also be an inconvenience. One simple way to add a little extra room for gear into a lightweight camping tent is to use a gear loft. These handy little items add a simple hammock style shelf to the inside roof of your tent where you can stow extra gear during the night while you are out backpacking.
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