Remember when you were a kid how everything was so new and exciting and the greatest activity in the world was to go outdoors by yourself and explore? I do. It seemed as if each new flower or bug or tree provoked marvelous thoughts, as if I were the first person ever to lay eyes upon such wondrous things. Mark Twain reminds us that “There comes a time in every rightly constructed boy’s life
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Most travellers heading to Peru will have their heart set on joining a trip to Machu Picchu, but if you're after an adventure a little more off the beaten track, consider joining a tour of the Ausangate Circuit. The Ausangate Circuit Trek There's no better way to get an appreciation of the stunning Andean scenery than by walking through it and, while the Inca Trail is famous for a very good rea
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One of the number one complaints when people go camping is that they hate the bugs. Below I will give you some of my expert tips on how to keep them away. Camping with bugs? Not a Problem! The "Troop Beverly Hills" Camping Experience As a child, I remember watching a film called “Troop Beverly Hills”. In this movie, a group of high class girls join a Wilderness Girl organization. One of the
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Whether you live in the UK or not, it is home to some of the most idyllic scenery in the world. The British landscape is renowned for its famous green rolling hills and cobble stone walls, not to mention the historic, charming villages and people. If sightseeing is what you want from a holiday, then camping is the ideal way to go about it. Throughout the UK, there are a huge number of places to pi
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Thinking of having a caravan holiday in the beautiful Pyreness? Here is some info on what to see and do on a caravan holiday in the Pyrenees. Pyrenees Holiday Have To's: A break to the Pyrenees offers camping and caravan enthusiasts the perfect chance to relax and get back to nature. Straddling the French-Spanish border, this beautiful region is home to a range of wonderful attractions and allow
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Here is some Funny Camping Humor for you to chuckle at and share with your fellow campers. The jokes were found on the internet and the authors are unknown. Enjoy! Steps to Build a Campfire Joke 1. Split dead limb into fragments and shave one fragment into slivers. 2. Bandage left thumb. 3. Chop other fragments into smaller fragments. 4. Bandage left foot. 5. Make a structure of slivers (inc
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When winter camping, dress in layers so you can easily adjust your clothes to regulate body moisture and temperature. Three types of layers are considered normal: a liner layer against your skin (undergarments), an insulation layer (fleece or wool), and a water/wind proof outer layer (outerwear). Winter Clothing to take when Camping: For winter camping, don’t pack cotton clothing. Cotton lo
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There are advantages to camping in winter. No bugs, snakes, crowds. Everything is just a bit more peaceful and quiet with a white blanket atop a forest or mountain. But in its intense, raw majesty, a winter camping environment needs a lot more planning than just any other camping trip. A combination of thorough preparation, the right supplies, and the right skills can help a winter camper/hiker a
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