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10 Ways to Keep Animals out of Your Campsite

26Nov

By Adi LNo Comments

Safety, Outdoors, Survival

10 Ways to Keep Animals out of Your Campsite

We don't hold "exclusive rights" to nature; we share it with countless other critters, big and small. Animals are often best viewed from afar, but when they get too close to you, especially in your campsite, bad things start to happen. That's why it's crucial to learn how to keep animals out of your campsite. There are many animals you can encounter in the wild, but we will go over how to keep out the most common ones you will see. Note: Be sure to check with the park agency for information regarding animals usually seen in your area. Common animals you will find in the wild include: Bears RaccoonsRodentsSnakesWolves/Coyotes Luckily, you can use the following preventive methods for all the animals listed here. Use bear canisters or bear boxes to keep your ...

What Is The Difference Between Tinder and Kindling?

12Sep

By Adi LNo Comments

Outdoors, Other Skills, Survival

What Is The Difference Between Tinder and Kindling?

Tinder and Kindling are both of the two elements needed in order to start a fire. (Fuel, in general, is one of the three components of the fire triangle). But what exactly are these three fuels for a campfire, how much should we use, and what do they do? And most importantly, what is the difference between tinder and kindling? Learning the Difference Between Tinder, Kindling, and Fuel Learning the difference between tinder and kindling, as well as the types of firewood to use is one of four steps You Need To Take Before Starting a Fire. Tinder Tinder is the first step in starting a fire (more info on starting a fire here). Any small, dry, and natural material is considered to be tinder. It is the quickest and easiest to set on fire, and should be the first one you light. ...

How to Put Out a Fire With Safety and Care

27Aug

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Outdoors, Safety, Survival

How to Put Out a Fire With Safety and Care

Now that you've started a fire with How to Build and Start a Fire and enjoy it safely with Managing a Campfire, it's time for the fun to end. By this, that means we need to put out the fire. Putting out a fire can be very simple, but is important to know nevertheless the proper technique; you don't want to be the cause of a forest fire or worse! Step 1: Let the Fire Burn Out It is highly recommended that you follow this step and only put out the flame once it is dosed; it is much safer this way. This also makes your life easier, as it takes less effort to actually clean up. It also doesn't waste your wood. Step 2: Spread Out the Remains of the Fire Spreading out the fuel ensures no ember is left smoldering after you douse the fire, and saves water and time. Step 3: Dou...

The Ultimate Yellowstone National Park Travel Guide for Lodging, Restaurants, and More!

4Aug

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Travel, Outdoors

The Ultimate Yellowstone National Park Travel Guide for Lodging, Restaurants, and More!

NOTE: This article is written in first-person as one of our writers' experiences in Yellowstone National Park. This will include everything you need to know about Yellowstone National Park, including excursions and sightseeing, lodging/camping, weather and times to go, food, and other park facilities. AN OVERVIEW OF YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK: Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone National Park, the biggest attraction in the park Lodging: 4 out of 5 ★★★★ My family stayed at Canyon Village Campground, while the rest of our party stayed at Canyon Lodge. Campsite The campsite is very well kept. There is plenty of space to set up your tent, as well as ample privacy with the trees situated around your campsite. The bathrooms are amazingly clean. It’s prob...

23Jul

By Adi LNo Comments

Outdoors, Other Skills, Survival

How to Start a Fire Easily

Learning how to start a fire is one of the most fundamental skills of camping. But chances are you're doing it wrong! Understanding how to start a fire is essential, whether doing leisure camping or trying to survive in the backwoods, mastery of fire-starting is one of the best skills you can add to your outdoor skills toolkit. How to Start a Fire: Basic Information The most important concept you need to know in order to learn how to start a fire, no matter the lay or shape, is the fire triangle. The fire triangle is a helpful visual to show us the 3 essential "ingredients" of fire: fuel, oxygen, and heat. For more information about the fire triangle and what you need to know about how to start a fire, read What are the Components of The Fire Triangle? What is the Fire Triangle?. ...