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user-avatarLyzaHayn/09-05-2023

Best Free RV Campgrounds in the Buffalo National River Area Want to do the Buffalo on a budget?  You’ve come to the right place.  There are plenty of campgrounds on the Buffalo River, but many are costly or inaccessible with an RV. Finding beautiful free campsites where you can safely bring your rig can be tricky, especially without local knowledge.  Luckily, I’ve got you covered. Read on for a complete guide to the best free RV campgrounds in the Buffalo National River area, incl...

user-avatarAlice/08-01-2023

With more than half a million acres of Appalachian landscape to explore, Pisgah National Forest is a nature lover’s paradise. Nestled in the westernmost part of North Carolina and wrapping around Ashville, Pisgah is home to jaw-dropping mountain views, whitewater rivers, towering waterfalls, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.  Pisgah was the first tract of land purchased under the Weeks Act , which authorized the federal government to buy private land to preserve and protect r...

EmoryOakley/07-04-2023

Who doesn’t love a hot cup of coffee first thing in the morning when camping out in the woods? As a regular camper and a faithful coffee drinker, it’s essential for me to find ways to brew a good cup of coffee while camping.  Here are the common ways of brewing coffee during your outdoor adventures for you to try, and, of course, I will tell you what my favourite method is.  Campfire Brewing This traditional method involves boiling water over a campfire and adding coffee grounds direct...

user-avatarjenpeng/06-21-2023

LAKESIDE CAMPGROUNDS AROUND LAKE TAHOE     The jewel of the Sierra, Lake Tahoe is renowned for its stunning scenery, with clear blue waters, snow-capped mountains, and towering pine forests. The largest and second deepest alpine lake in the country, it offers 72 miles of shoreline, beaches and parks, and hundreds of miles of trails. Camping is a great option for experiencing Lake Tahoe. And while there are more than 15 campgrounds around the lake, only 9 are truly lakeside, where you w...

EmoryOakley/06-19-2023

5 Lazy Rivers in BC - The Best Lazy Rivers and Camping Getaways in BC  BC is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, and what better way to immerse yourself in the serenity of this province than by leisurely floating down a lazy river while surrounded by stunning landscapes?  Whether seeking a tranquil escape or an adventure-filled getaway, BC offers an array of lazy rivers that will fulfill your desires. From the vibrant Okanagan region to the lush forests of Vancouver Island, w...

EmoryOakley/06-13-2023

Why I Love Camping Off Season It’s June, and with current weather conditions, we have already reached the time of the year when there is a campfire ban in British Columbia. Of course, campfire bans make sense, and I am happy to do what I can to prevent forest fires, but I can’t deny how not having a campfire impacts my experience camping. Campfires aren’t the only reason, as an outdoors person, I love camping off-season. Here are some reasons why camping off-season is better, in my opinion: Fewe...

user-avatarBMcCoy/06-08-2023

Critters in the Camp Various critters can invade a campsite, and the actions to rid them and the level of concern for health issues may vary. Here are some common critters you may encounter while camping and what to do about them: Mosquitoes: Mosquitoes are common in many camping areas and can spread diseases, including West Nile virus or Zika virus. To protect yourself, use insect repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, and set up mosquito netting around your sleeping area. If you develop sympt...

user-avatarBMcCoy/06-08-2023

"Lost? Not Anymore! Harnessing the Power of Compass in Camping and Hiking" In the past 50 years, technology has opened us up to life-changing advances. From long 50, feet curled phone chords to speaking to people around the world with a watch. While watching Get Smart, we never thought our lives would resemble the crazy inventions they used, but here we are. I remember all of my teachers demanding we be able to do percentages and long division because we would not always have a calculator. They ...

EmoryOakley/05-31-2023

If you’re living in Vancouver, there are likely times when you want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and take in all the natural beauty the province has to offer. Camping is a great way to get away for the weekend and give yourself the time to slow down and reconnect with nature. Of course, you can rent a cabin if that’s your vibe, but there’s nothing quite like pitching a tent and experiencing nature. So, let’s look at the best places to go tent camping in Greater Vancouver. Before ...

AKwriter/05-18-2023

Imagine this: You purchase a secondhand RV in beautiful condition. It's been inspected and cleared as good to go. Your first few hundred miles of adventure are blissfully smooth... then comes a mechanical breakdown, followed by the painful discovery that instead of buying your dream home on wheels, you purchased a nightmare that is riddled with hidden problems. That happened to me. And while it's tempting to say I was a fool for being — well, fooled — the truth is that a whole lot of used-RV buy...

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