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reasons you need a camping stove: woman cooking over camping stove — 7 reasons you need a camping stove for your adventures Our expert reveals 7 reasons you need a camping stove for your backpacking escapades and car camping vacations

Highlander Serenity 450 Mummy Sleeping Bag: wild camp — It's officially fall – here's how I'm updating my camping kit It’s time to update your camping kit for fall and its colder, more challenging conditions, here are my expert tips on what to change

Pitching the MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2 — I went car camping with friends and brought only ultralight backpacking gear – I think I had more fun We make the case for using ultralight backpacking gear no matter what kind of camping you’re doing

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Tired of packing out trash after car camping? Here are 5 ways to cut down on waste when camping

By Julia Clarke published 23 July 24

Our 5 tips help you minimize the pile of trash your camping trip generates

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Car crashes into Yellowstone geyser thermal feature

Car carrying five people crashes into acidic Yellowstone geyser

By Dave Golder published 15 July 24

The vehicle was fully submerged in about nine feet of hot, acidic water

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Vango Joro Air 450 Sentinel Eco Dura Package review: a great family shelter from the air tent pioneers

By Alex Foxfield published 11 July 24

Boasting environmentally friendly yet strong and durable fabrics, the Vango Joro Air 450 Sentinel Eco Dura Package tent is ideal for family car camping vacations

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Camping in US National Parks: our expert guide

By Julia Clarke last updated 12 June 24

We answer your questions about camping in US National Parks and cover you can expect from frontcountry camping as well as expeditions into the backcountry

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Outdoor Revolution Camp Star 350 Tent Bundle review: a small palace for small families

By Julia Clarke published 8 June 23

This three-berth family air tent can be erected in under 10 minutes by one person and provides tons of indoor space for summer adventures

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The best car camping gear for comfort and convenience

By Julia Clarke last updated 14 October 22

Our pick of the best car camping gear helps you plan your next camping trip in style, with tried and tested gear for sleeping and eating in the wild

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Sports Utility Vehicle driving on a mountain highway road with dollar bills blowing from the exhaust

Don't let rising gas prices ruin your summer camping plans

By Julia Clarke published 7 July 22

Our 10 tips help you keep your fuel costs down and keep enjoying the great outdoors on your camping trips

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Julia Clarke in her Space Cowboy sleeping bag

Therm-A-Rest Space Cowboy 45F/7C Sleeping Bag review: a sturdy and affordable synthetic bag for summer sleeping

By Julia Clarke published 6 July 22

For cozy comfort on warm nights where packability isn’t too much of an issue, this synthetic bag serves up dependable, durable performance

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Tents with internal lighting, among trees at night

What is frontcountry camping?

By Julia Clarke last updated 29 June 22

We explain the differences between frontcountry camping and backcountry camping, and run through what to expect from frontcountry camping, and what you’ll need

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10 top car camping tips: how to get the most out of your trip

By Julia Clarke last updated 29 June 22

Our car camping tips ensure comfort is your top priority and teach you how to organize your gear before you set off and while you’re at camp for a smooth experience

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