Different campgrounds and tent camping sites will have different amenities and options available to you. Not every camper is looking for the same conditions.  Here are some camping tips that will help you sift your way through all of the options available to you.

Research Possible Campgrounds

This is an important first step in finding a good campground.  You need to find out how much a spot is going to cost you and what kind of facilities it has. If you are new to camping you aren’t going to want to completely rough it.  So find out what sort of bathroom and water facilities they have and how close it will be to your tent site.  Are you going to be able to take… Continue reading

Buying cheap tents isn’t always as easy as it sounds.  You want to make sure you understand the basic parts of a camping tent and how they affect you.  Here are just a few terms to get you started.

Backpacking Tent-  People who know they will be doing a lot of hiking and backpacking want a lighter tent.  They don’t want to be lugging around a 40 pound tent on long hikes.  So they prefer something ultralight that will provide some privacy and protect them from the elements.  These are usually made smaller than other tents.  So buying only a two man for two people could be very snug!  Unless you don’t mind opting for a three man tent or one higher than the amount of… Continue reading