In theory, there is no problem camping in 50-degree weather. After all, there are people who go winter camping when it is below the freezing point. That’s why summer camping is fine for amateurs but camping in the fall as the nights get chilly may be inadvisable unless you’re experienced and have the right equipment …
How Cold Is Too Cold For Tent Camping?
There are lots of variables you should take into consideration when determining how cold is too cold to go for tent camping. Basically, nighttime temperatures of 30° or 40° Fahrenheit are too cold for tent camping for those who are inexperienced and have amateur gear. Nighttime temperatures of 50° to 70° Fahrenheit are most comfortable …
How Many Lumens Do You Need For Camping
The night is much darker than we’re used to once you get away from the city. This increases the need for lighting. Yet you don’t want to make things so bright it bothers other campers. So, how many lumens do you need for camping? For camping you will need between 35 and 65 lumens for …
How To Keep Your Face Warm While Camping
When you’re camping, keeping warm is critical. And you lose a third or more of your body heat through your head. The hard part is protecting it without impeding your view or becoming uncomfortable. Here are a few tips on how to keep your face warm while camping, whether you’re hiking or sleeping in your …
How Do You Insulate A Camping Tent For Winter?
You do not really need a 4-season tent to stay warm during winter camping. You can just add insulation like a tarp under your tent to prevent moisture from seeping through. For comfort and warmth, you may place some sleeping pads on top of your air mattress. You may also cover your tent’s floor with …
Why Does My Tent Get Wet Inside?
It happens to almost every camper—even the highly experienced ones. One night you will wake up to find your tent dripping from inside. Checking the seams, they are perfect. Checking your roof is not leaking. But, the drops continue. Do not worry. Whatever you are experiencing is a normal phenomenon that follows a basic law …
Can You Pitch A Tent In The Rain?
Pitching a tent in the rain is difficult, particularly if you don’t have prior experience. Aside from the inconvenience during the process, setting up your tent in this kind of weather condition could compromise ventilation. But, it doesn’t mean that you can’t pitch your tent in the rain. There are some tricks that can make …
Are Mummy Sleeping Bags Comfortable?
The short answer to this question is yes, they are. Mummy bags can be both comfortable and uncomfortable depending on the knowledge you have on how to make the best use out of it. Like I said earlier, for me I’ll say they are very comfortable because I have adequate knowledge on how to make …
Can You Put A Tent Away Wet?
For many of us, when the weather begins to cool down, it’s time to pack away our camping gear for the year. There may be a few opportunities to break out the tent one more time, but for most of us, cooler weather means the tenting season is over for the year. But you don’t …
How To Keep Your Beer Cold While Camping
Summertime camping gives you the opportunity to experience the great outdoors while the weather is warm. You are able to sit out, relax in the sun, and enjoy a cold beer. But a problem for some who are hiking or camping up into the wilderness is how to keep your beer cold while camping? In …
